Interventional Cardiologist

Interventional Cardiologist

Job Title: Interventional Cardiologist
Location: Hawaii
Employment Type: Full-Time Exempt

About Us:

Our client is a public non-profit health system that provides critical medical services across the state. They are the primary referral center for a vast and geographically diverse population committed to delivering high-quality compassionate care to our community.

Position Summary:

We are retained to search for a full-time BC/BE Interventional Cardiologist to join our growing cardiology service line. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic physician eager to build a robust interventional practice while also providing comprehensive general cardiology care. This role is critical in expanding vital cardiac services to the people of the Big Island reducing the need for patients to travel to Oahu or the mainland for specialized care.

This position offers a unique opportunity to be a clinical leader directly influencing the development of cardiac services in a beautiful rural setting.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Duties (90%):

• Perform a full range of diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization procedures including but not limited to:
  
• Coronary angiography and ventriculography.
  
• Percutaneous Coronary Interventions (PCI) including primary PCI for STEMI.
  
• Intravascular imaging (IVUS OCT).
  
• Mechanical circulatory support (IABP Impella).
  
• Provide inpatient and outpatient consultative cardiology services.
  
• Interpret diagnostic tests including EKGs Holter monitors event monitors and stress tests (exercise and pharmacologic).
  
• Perform and interpret transesophageal and transthoracic echocardiograms.
  
• Collaborate closely with referring physicians emergency department staff and hospitalists to provide coordinated patient care.
  
• Participate in the development and implementation of clinical protocols and quality improvement initiatives for the cardiology service.
  
• Share on-call responsibilities with other cardiology staff.
  

Administrative & Educational Duties (10%):

• Participate in medical staff and departmental meetings.
  
• Supervise and teach medical students residents and other healthcare professionals as applicable.
  
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical record (EMR) documentation.
  
• Adhere to all policies procedures and compliance standards.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited school.
  
• Successful completion of an accredited residency in Internal Medicine.
  
• Successful completion of an accredited fellowship in Cardiovascular Disease.
  
• Successful completion of an accredited fellowship in Interventional Cardiology.
  
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology.
  
• Possess or be eligible for a valid Hawaiʻi State Medical License.
  
• Possess or be eligible for DEA registration.
  
• Current BLS and ACLS certification.
  

Requirements

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Proven proficiency in complex coronary interventions.
  
• Strong commitment to patient safety and quality of care.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with a diverse patient population and a multidisciplinary team.
  
• Ability to work independently in a resource-limited rural environment.
  
• Cultural sensitivity and competence in serving the diverse communities of Hawaiʻi.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience practicing in a rural or community hospital setting.
  
• Proficiency in peripheral vascular interventions.
  
• Interest in developing or participating in clinical research.
  
• Previous leadership experience.
  

Benefits

Compensation & Benefits:

This opportunity offers a competitive compensation package including:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  
• Comprehensive state benefits package including:
  
• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
  
• Paid Time Off (Vacation Sick Leave Holidays)
  
• Retirement Plan (401a / 457b) with employer contribution
  
• Malpractice insurance coverage
  
• Relocation assistance may be available.
  
• A unique opportunity for loan repayment through state or federal programs.