Interventional Cardiology Physician

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Job Summary

Denver Health Medical Center in Denver, CO, seeks a full-time Interventional Cardiologist (IC) to join patient care and graduate medical educational programs as a member of Interventional Cardiology and Vascular Medicine Services. IC qualifications include management of ACS, advanced cardiogenic shock, mechanical support, complex coronary revascularization, and multimodality coronary atherectomy. In addition to complex coronary care, we are seeking a collaborative member to join an interdisciplinary vascular medicine service comprising cardiology, vascular surgery, podiatric surgery, and infectious disease in the management of complex, chronic limb threatening and acute limb ischemia. Requirements include: terminal medical degree (M.D. or D.O.); fellowship completion and board eligibility in Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology; clinical experience in both coronary and peripheral arterial interventions; a strong interest and demonstrated accomplishment in clinical research, health services research, or academic commitment to medical education and training of medical residents and cardiology fellows. Resources will be provided to facilitate these pursuits. This is an integrated clinical program with University of Colorado, with faculty academic rank commensurate with experience and qualifications.

DHHA has been certified by the American College of Surgeons as a Level I Trauma Center and a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center. DHHA offers comprehensive medical, surgical, and psychiatric care, as well as emergency, ambulatory and diagnostic services. With 525 licensed beds, Denver Health Medical Center is one of the state's busiest hospitals, with more than 26,000 annual admissions. DHHA was recently recognized by the University Hospital Consortium as having one of the lowest observed to expected mortality rates in the country (Ranked #5 out of 121 academic health centers). As Colorado's primary safety net institution, DHHA provides over 300 million dollars in uncompensated care every year. Our surgical and specialty teams are nationally renowned for teaching, research and clinical services.

Become a part of this fast-paced, highly experienced team in Colorado's top rated trauma hospital. Denver Health is situated in Denver, Colorado, one of the fastest growing cities in the Rocky Mountain Region.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and Curriculum Vitae to:
Aaron Ortiz, Manager of Provider Recruitment
Denver Health & Hospital
aaron.ortiz@dhha.org | (303) 602-4992

Essential Functions:

• Conducts diagnostic procedures, such as angiograms, stress tests, to identify and diagnose cardiovascular conditions. (25%)
• Performs interventional procedures, such as angioplasty and stent placement, to treat cardiovascular conditions. (25%)
• Provides post operative care and follow up care for patients, including monitoring for complications and providing recommendations for further treatment. (25%)
• Collaborates with other medical professionals, such as cardiologist and cardiac surgeons, to provide comprehensive care for patients. (15%)
• Keeps detailed records of patients' medical history, treatments, and outcomes. (10%)

Education:

• Doctorate Degree From an Accredited Medical School. Required and
• Completed Accredited Residency and Fellowship programs for cardiology and interventional cardiology, or equivalent. Required and
• Board eligible in cardiovascular disease and interventional cardiology. Required

Licenses:

• ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association Required and
• MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required and
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures and techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.
• Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care.
• Able to receive detailed information through oral communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills.
• Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value systems.
• Performs in a tactful and professional manner.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Computer skills required.
  

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Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

We strongly support diversity in the workforce and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

Denver Health values the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. For more about our commitment to diversity visit: https://www.denverhealth.org/for-professionals/careers/diversity-and-inclusion

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.