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Heart Failure Cardiology Physician

Sacramento, California

Medical Clinic of Sacramento

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  • Department: Cardiology

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Requisition ID 2024-347725 Employment Type Full Time Hours/Pay Period 80 Provider Physician Provider Type MD/DO Speciality Cardiology Bonuses Offered Productivity, Relocation, Sign-on Loan Repayment None Visa Sponsorship Not Applicable Remote No Category Physician Recruiter Name Dara Brennan Recruiter Email dara.brennan@commonspirit.org
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Overview

Mercy Medical Group is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Heart Failure Cardiologist to join our busy practice. The ideal candidate will have experience managing patients with advanced heart failure and cardiomyopathy and can work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

This position will provide cardiology expertise for advanced heart failure therapy programs including the existing Left Ventricular Assist Device Program (LVAD) which is Destination Therapy- LVAD Certified by the Joint Commission. The LVAD program is located at Mercy General Hospital, which is among California's largest cardiac surgery programs, has the largest electrophysiology program on the West Coast, and has a robust interventional cardiology program.

Compensation Range: $494,000 - $523,000 / Year

Mercy Medical Group (MMG) is a dynamic, growing organization with a long-standing history ogvcxf providing exceptional medical care in the Sacramento area. MMG is a large multi-specialty medical group of 500+ providers comprised of primary care physicians, specialists in more than 30 medical and surgical specialties, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. These professionals provide seamless primary and specialty care, working together to meet the unique needs of each individual patient. 

MMG clinicians provide services to patients at Dignity Health Medical Foundation locations throughout Sacramento. Mercy Medical Group is aligned with Dignity Health, operating on a medical foundation model. Dignity Health is a part of CommonSpirit®, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC

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Nestled in beautiful Northern California, Sacramento is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in America. The capital city of California serves as the political nucleus of one of the nation's most influential states, the sixth-largest economy in the world. The area offers a wide variety of activities to enjoy, including fine dining, shopping, biking, boating, river rafting, skiing, or attending one of many different cultural events. Because of its central location, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, the vineyards of Napa Valley, and the historical Gold Rush towns of the foothills are all within easy driving distance.


Responsibilities
  • Provide care to patients with advanced heart failure and cardiomyopathy
  • Manage patients with ventricular assist devices and those awaiting heart transplantation
  • Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement treatment plans for patients
  • Participate in clinical research and quality improvement initiatives

Qualifications
  • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
  • Board certification or Board Eligible in Cardiovascular Disease and Heart Failure
  • Valid California medical license 
  • Fellowship training in Heart Failure or Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
  • Demonstrated competence in providing care to patients with advanced heart failure and cardiomyopathy
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Direct experience in programmatic development is preferable

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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