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Job description
Ellis Medicine is seeking a Cardiac Internist to join the cardiovascular team at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, New York.
nThis is a unique hospital-based opportunity for a Board Certified/Board Eligible Internal Medicine physician who enjoys caring for medically complex patients and wants to practice in a dedicated inpatient cardiology consultation role.
nThe Cardiac Internist will work as an integral member of Ellis Medicine's established cardiovascular program, collaborating closely with more than 20 cardiologists and advanced practitioners. Rather than maintaining a traditional outpatient practice, this physician will focus on the inpatient evaluation, consultation, and medical management of patients receiving cardiovascular care at Ellis Hospital.
nPosition Highlights
nnnJoin a collaborative cardiovascular team of 20+ physicians and advanced practitioners
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nnDedicated inpatient cardiology consultation position at Ellis Hospital
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nnFull-time, 7-on/7-off schedule
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nn12-hour shifts
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nnPractice as an integral member of the cardiovascular service while maintaining a focused Internal Medicine role
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nnEvaluate and manage hospitalized patients with cardiovascular conditions and complex medical comorbidities
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nnWork closely with cardiologists across general, interventional, electrophysiology, structural heart, and other cardiovascular subspecialties
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nnStrong access to advanced cardiovascular services and subspecialty expertise
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nnPredictable schedule with extended blocks of time off
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n nClinical Responsibilities
nThe Cardiac Internist will provide dedicated inpatient medical support to the cardiovascular service, including:
nnnProvide inpatient Internal Medicine consultation for patients receiving cardiovascular care
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nnEvaluate new cardiology consultations from hospital medicine, emergency medicine, surgery, and other inpatient services
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nnPerform comprehensive medical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
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nnManage cardiovascular patients with significant medical comorbidities in collaboration with the patient's cardiologist
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nnAssist with the medical management of conditions including heart failure, coronary artery disease, hypertension, atrial fibrillation and other arrhythmias, valvular disease, and other cardiovascular conditions
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nnProvide pre-procedural and peri-procedural cardiovascular evaluation and risk assessment
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nnReview laboratory data, ECGs, imaging, telemetry, and other available clinical information to support patient management
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nnCollaborate with cardiologists and advanced practitioners to coordinate comprehensive patient care
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nnFacilitate communication among cardiology, hospital medicine, surgery, emergency medicine, and other consulting services
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nnCommunicate treatment recommendations and care plans with patients and families
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nnParticipate in discharge planning and transitions of care
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n nThe Cardiac Internist will not be expected to perform invasive cardiology procedures and will work closely with cardiologists whenever specialty-level cardiovascular intervention or procedural management is indicated.
nQualifications
nnnBoard certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine
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nnLicensed (or eligible) to practice in New York State
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nnStrong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills
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nnCommitment to compassionate, patient-centered care
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nnHospital-based or inpatient medicine experience preferred
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nnComfortable caring for medically complex hospitalized patients
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nnInterest in cardiovascular medicine and multidisciplinary care
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nnAbility to work effectively as part of a collaborative cardiovascular team
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n nRecruitment Package
nEllis Medicine offers a competitive recruitment package designed to support your professional and personal transition to our organization, including:
nnnGuaranteed compensation of $382,200
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nnThe posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and does not include productivity bonuses incentives related to quality and performance, extra shift incentives, and other forms of cash compensation as applicable to the position. Please note that this salary range is provided in accordance with State law and is subject to variation due to the factors noted above.
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nn$15,000 starting bonus
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nnRelocation assistance up to $20,000
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nnCME allowance and dedicated CME time
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nnComprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
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nnRetirement savings plan
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nnProfessional liability/malpractice coverage including post-employment tail coverage
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nnLoan Repayment: Our institution qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
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n nWhy Ellis Medicine?
nEllis Medicine is a community-focused health system serving patients throughout Schenectady County and the greater Capital Region. The cardiovascular program at Ellis Hospital provides access to a broad range of cardiac services, including cardiac emergency care, catheterization, heart failure services, electrophysiology, structural heart care, and cardiothoracic surgery.
nThe Cardiac Internist will have the opportunity to work within this multidisciplinary environment while maintaining a focused inpatient practice and predictable schedule.
nLocated in New York's Capital Region, Schenectady provides convenient access to Albany, Saratoga Springs, the Adirondacks, and the Berkshires, offering a combination of urban amenities, outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and family-friendly communities.
nJoin Our Team
nIf you are an Internal Medicine physician seeking a unique inpatient role where you can focus on complex medical care within a comprehensive cardiovascular program, Ellis Medicine offers an opportunity to become an integral member of the cardiology team without the demands of a traditional outpatient practice.
nJoin Ellis Medicine's cardiovascular team and help provide exceptional inpatient cardiac care to patients throughout the Capital Region
Worksite address
schenectady, NY, 12309, US
Who can apply
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