Non-Invasive Cardiologist

Job description

Quick Submit Time Type: Full time Hours per Pay Period: 80 Shift: As Assigned Minimum: Depending on Experience Maximum: Depending on Experience(This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job in a full-time 40 hour per week position) Department: Physicians Current Bay Area Hospital Employee: If you are a current Bay Area Hospital employee, please apply through the Workday internal career site. The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees. Job Description: Non-Invasive Cardiologist Non-invasive Cardiologist is responsible for providing cardiology services in the inpatient and outpatient setting. This includes evaluation and management services, interpretation of EKG, Echocardiography, Cardiac Nuclear Imaging, stress Echocardiography, Holter/event monitor, reviewing and signing individual treatment plans for cardiac rehab patients and performing and interpretation of Cardioversion, and Trans-Esophageal Echocardiography (TEE). Non-invasive cardiology will collaborate with other medical specialties to meet the established standards and practices of care at Bay Area Hospital and the Prefontaine Cardiovascular Clinic. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Examines, diagnoses, and provides a broad scope of treatments for cardiac disease processes Performs interpretation of echocardiograms, stress testing, electrocardiograms, trans-esophageal echocardiography, and cardiac monitors according to the established cardiac diagnostic reading standard Performs patient examinations, obtain the records pertinent medical history, subjective, and objective findings Utilizes appropriate risk calculators as part of assessment for patients that is familiar with new studies, emerging technology and medications beneficial to the patient's being treated Interprets and integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan Administers prescribed medications and compliance within the state law and practice guidelines Orders and performs appropriate medical procedures in accordance within the state law practice guidelines Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatments Educates patients regarding health, illness prevention, and healing. Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs Maintains and reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information, documenting clearly and concisely Triages patient telephone calls, providing consultation is needed May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned Documents all patient care within the electronic medical record and completes all necessary tasks in compliance with Bay Area Hospital Prefontaine cardiovascular clinic policies and regulatory agencies to ensure timely and accurate billing Participates in the Bay Area Hospital physicians’ meetings and assistant policy formation for Prefontaine cardiology clinic in the physician practice SKILLS AND ABILITIES Remains current with CME activity. Must meet organizational CME requirements, board certification, and compliance with all Bay Area hospital rules and continuing privileges without restriction Keeps all licenses and appropriate certifications current and unrestricted Communicates effectively with colleagues, patients, physicians, and administration Maintains quality of clinical practice by selecting appropriate avenues for professional growth Clinic rotation: M-F each week, 8am-5pmSharing of an Echo call rotation that includes reading on weekends. Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES Meets criteria for Medical Staff or Allied Health Professional membership and privileges EXPERIENCE Meets criteria for Medical Staff or Allied Health Professional membership and privileges GENERAL INFORMATION Union Affiliation: None The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required. Physical/Mental/Environmental Requirements Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently Possess physical agility and adequate reaction time to respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care needs Needs adequate hearing and visual acuity, including adequate color vision Requires fine motor skills, adequate eye-hand coordination, and ability to grasp and handle objects Able to use proper body mechanics to assist patients in ambulating, transferring in and out of bed, chair or wheelchair May be required to lift up to 75 pounds Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and bodily fluids Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone May require periodic use of personal computer Compensation Grade: L Compensation Grade Profile: L - Salaried Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Anti-Retaliation Notice #Level3