Interventional Cardiologist Opportunity

Interventional Cardiologist Opportunity

Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, Shreveport, LA

The Overton Brooks VA Medical Center, Shreveport, LA, has an immediate opening for a full-time, board-certified Interventional Cardiologist. You'll enjoy a unique combination of two great American heritages: a little Cajun, and since we're less than 15 minutes from the Texas border, a little Lone Star, too. Candidates must be highly motivated, team-oriented, and committed to the care and good health of our Veterans. The Overton Brooks VA Medical Center is fully dedicated to providing top-quality medical care by serving and honoring America s Veterans.

Highlights of this position include:

• Competitive Starting Salary $325,000 $390,000
• Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8am-4:30pm., may be required to work unscheduled hours in case of an emergency or when on call
• Performs inpatient or outpatient cardiovascular consultation services
• Perform standard diagnostic and cardiovascular procedures, including cardiac catheterization, ECG, angioplasty, etc.
• Duties will include clinical practice, and teaching Cardiology fellows, residents, and medical student
• Position includes a faculty appointment at the affiliated Louisiana State University Health and Science Center commensurate with qualifications
• Must be a U.S. Citizen. Non-Citizen candidates will be considered if a U.S. Citizen is not found
• Full and unrestricted license from any U.S. State
• Board certified at least once in cardiovascular disease, interventional cardiology
• Experience in peripheral vascular intervention is preferred. Structural heart disease intervention and/or venous intervention training desirable

We offer:

• Predictable work schedules and a focus on quality rather than volume
• Annual performance bonus up to an additional $15K per year
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Malpractice: Liability protection with tail coverage provided
• 26 days paid vacation; 13 days paid sick time per year w/unlimited carry over; 11 paid holidays
• Federal Retirement Plan and separate 401K with partial agency match
• Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement for CME s (must be full-time with board certification)
• This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), if approved
• Recruitment/Relocation authorized for highly qualified candidates