Advanced Cardiac Imaging Cardiologist

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Position Overview

The Heart & Vascular Institute is seeking a fellowshiptrained Advanced Cardiac Imaging Cardiologistto join a highvolume clinically focused cardiovascular imaging program. This position is designed for a physician committed to clinical excellence efficiency and collaborative patient care without academic or research obligations.

The successful candidate will support a growing cardiovascular service line and work closely with cardiology subspecialists cardiac surgery and referring providers across the system.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Imaging responsibility includes interpretation and performance of advanced cardiac imaging:
  • Cardiac MRI (CMR)
  • Cardiac CT (CCTA and structural heart imaging) and PET-CT
  • Advanced echocardiography(TTE TEE strain stress echocardiography)
  • Nuclear stress interpretation

• Close collaboration with:
  • Structural heart and valve programs
  • Heart failure and cardiomyopathy services
  • Electrophysiology and interventional cardiology

• Participation in daily clinical operations imaging protocol development and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiovascular Disease SCCT and SCMR boards
• Completion of an Advanced Cardiac Imaging Fellowship
• Eligibility for unrestricted Pennsylvania medical licensure
• Strong commitment to clinical quality teamwork and patientcentered care

Practice Environment

• Stateoftheart imaging technology and experienced technologist teams
• High referral volumes with diverse pathology
• Integrated electronic health record and streamlined imaging workflows
• Collaborative collegial culture with strong subspecialty support

Physical Demands
Depending on role and specialty as well as condition of the patient this may vary and include light energy levels of lifting or carrying 25 lbs. through high energy which would include lifting 50 lbs. pushing and pulling and carrying items short distances.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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