Advanced Heart Failure/Transplant Cardiology Job In Houston, Texas
Cardiology Heart Failure and Transplant Physician
Description
Specialization:
Cardiology Heart Failure and Transplant
Job Summary:
HCA Houston Healthcare is seeking to employ an advanced heart failure/cardiac transplant cardiologist to support our growing program.Qualified Candidates:
- Care for heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pre- and post-transplant and VAD patients, all forms of both percutaneous and surgically placed mechanical circulatory support
- Board certified or board eligible in cardiology in advanced heart failure/cardiac transplant
- Certified in cardiac catherization, endocardial biopsy, and echocardiography
- Eligible for licensure in Texas, J1 and H1B cap-exempt visa not supported
- Great opportunity to work with an advanced heart failure team and renowned cardiology practice
- Employed position with HCA Houston Healthcare through Houston Heart
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and disability, 401k with match, PTO, and more
- CME allowance
- Malpractice coverage
- Academic opportunities
- No state income tax
- Tort reform
HCA Houston Healthcare is the leading provider of healthcare in the Greater Houston area, treating nearly a million patients annually. With an employee base of 15,000, HCA Houston Healthcare’s comprehensive network includes 14 hospitals, 11 ambulatory surgery centers, 15 freestanding emergency centers, 24 CareNow® urgent care centers and numerous freestanding diagnostic imaging facilities. The system also includes a regional transfer center that provides support for patient transfers into and out of HCA Houston Healthcare facilities as well as access to ground and air transportation within a 150-mile radius. As one of the region’s largest healthcare systems, HCA Houston Healthcare recognizes the importance of giving back to the communities we serve. A strong advocate for the next generation of healthcare professionals, HCA Houston Healthcare also is a major supporter of the University of Houston College of Nursing and the University of Houston College of Medicine. For more information, visit HCAhoustonhealthcare.com.
The nation’s fourth-largest city, Houston is a vibrant metropolis that leads the nation in creating new jobs. The world capital of the energy industry and home to the world-famous Texas Medical Center. When it comes to entertainment and recreation, Houston has a lot to offer, including professional sports teams, theater district and museum district, hundreds of clubs and live music venues. With its gigantic Galleria and more, Houston is a shopper’s paradise. Houston’s sunny climate makes it easy to enjoy the city’s 300 municipal parks, jogging paths, and bike trails. Piney woods, area lakes, Galveston Bay, and sunny Gulf Coast beaches are less than an hour away. Families will appreciate the excellence of the area’s public and private schools and availability of institutions of higher learning.
HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center is a 444-bed acute care hospital located on Hermann Drive in the heart of Houston’s museum district. Established in 1975, the hospital has been serving Houston for more than 40 years. HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center provides a wide range of medical services that includes cardiology, bariatrics, orthopedics, neurology, emergency care and more.
HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center offers the convenience of a community hospital with the medical services of a large urban medical facility.