About this opportunity
Aptive lists this Cardiologist opportunity in beckley, West Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Summary
Staff Cardiologist – Beckley VA Medical Center
Location: 200 Veterans Ave, Beckley, WV 25801
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm | Inpatient & Outpatient
Aptive is seeking a full-time Cardiologist to support a rewarding opportunity with the Beckley VA Medical Center in Beckley, WV. This position offers meaningful clinical impact, schedule stability, and the opportunity to care for America’s Veterans within a collaborative, mission‑driven environment. The Beckley VAMC is a Joint Commission–accredited, complexity level II facility serving Veterans across 11 counties in southern West Virginia.
Position Overview
The Cardiologist will provide comprehensive cardiovascular care across inpatient, outpatient, Emergency Department, and ICU settings. This role includes diagnostic evaluation, management of acute and chronic cardiac conditions, test interpretation, and coordination of care during hospitalization and discharge. The provider will collaborate closely with hospitalists, emergency physicians, and other multidisciplinary team members to ensure high‑quality, evidence‑based cardiac care. This opportunity does not require call coverage, weekend work, or holiday responsibilities.
Primary Responsibilities
Assist with emergency cardiac care for life‑threatening conditions such as cardiac arrest.
Provide consultations for Emergency Department, inpatient, and ICU patients.
Provide daily progress notes and support discharge planning.
Document and coordinate patient transfers to higher levels of care.
Conduct and interpret EKGs, phonocardiograms, echocardiograms, Holter monitors, and exercise stress testing.
Diagnose cardiovascular conditions using clinical history, imaging, test results, and exam findings.
Explain procedures and discuss diagnostic results or treatments with patients.
Monitor and reevaluate patient progress throughout episodes of care.
Order cardiac testing including stress tests, echocardiograms, EKGs, Holter monitoring, and cardiac catheterization consultations when indicated.
Prescribe cardiovascular medications and recommend surgical interventions when appropriate.
Provide consultations within the ICU and ED for critically ill cardiac patients.
Supervise and educate medical students, residents, and advanced practice providers.
Participate in cardiology peer review activities.
Work Environment & Schedule
Setting: Inpatient and outpatient care at the Beckley VA Medical Center
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Call: None
Weekends/Holidays: None
Travel: Not required
Telemedicine: Not allowed
Support: Collaborative nursing and administrative staff
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary based on federal physician pay structure (base + market pay)
Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) up to $200,000
Comprehensive federal benefits package including: Health, dental, and vision insurance
Federal retirement programs with matching contributions
Paid federal holidays and paid annual leave
Continuing education support and malpractice coverage
Retention incentives may be available for highly qualified applicants
Minimum Qualifications
MD or DO degree from an accredited institution
Completion of an ACGME- or AOA‑accredited residency with board eligibility or certification in Cardiology
Current, full, and unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory
Federal DEA license
BLS certification
Proficiency in spoken and written English
Desired Qualifications
Board-certified Cardiologist
Experience with advanced cardiac imaging or willingness to train
Experience supervising trainees or advanced practice providers
Strong collaboration skills
EEO Statement
Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.
Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active‑duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.
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Worksite address
beckley, WV, 25802, US
Who can apply
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