Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Specialist / Cardiologist Opportunity

**Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Specialist / Cardiologist Opportunity**
**Location: Rapid City, SD**
**BE/BC in Cardiology with completion of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Fellowship**

• Seeking a full-time Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Specialist or Cardiologist to join a nationally recognized cardiovascular program
• Opportunity to work alongside a highly collaborative team of exceptional cardiologists in a program known for clinical excellence and patient-centered care
• Position offers an excellent work-life balance in a supportive and collegial environment
Program Highlights
• Part of the largest cardiovascular specialty group in the region, serving Rapid City and surrounding communities
• Comprehensive cardiovascular services offered in one location, including:
o Diagnostic and interventional cardiology services
o Cardiovascular research, including five active heart failure research studies
o Nationally accredited cardiovascular laboratory
• Advanced facilities featuring:
o Two cardiac and vascular surgical suites
o Two cardiac catheterization labs
o Hybrid suite with state-of-the-art imaging and equipment
Recognition & Quality
• Nationally recognized for excellence in heart attack and heart failure care
• Multiple national performance awards for adherence to evidence-based treatment guidelines
• Active participation in AHA heart failure guideline registry initiatives
Heart Failure Program
• Multidisciplinary heart failure team including:
o Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist
o Dedicated Heart Failure nurse practitioners
o Heart Failure outpatient nursing staff
o Inpatient Heart Failure educator/coordinator trained in the most current HF guidelines
• Dedicated inpatient and outpatient Heart Failure services
• Strong collaboration with electrophysiology and structural heart teams, including:
o MitraClip
o TAVR
o TriClip
• Advanced capabilities including:
o Cardiac MRI
o Mechanical circulatory support
o ECMO
o Development of a destination therapy LVAD program
Compensation & Benefits
• Highly competitive compensation package
• Starting bonus and retention bonus
• Quarterly productivity bonuses
• CME allowance
• Relocation and moving stipend
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Company-funded retirement plan
• Physicians must have completed an ACGME accredited residency to qualify for privileges.
Lifestyle & Location
• Located in the scenic Black Hills region, offering an exceptional quality of life
• Four-season climate with abundant outdoor and family-friendly activities
• Easy access to hiking, lakes, skiing, snowmobiling, and scenic drives
• Welcoming communities with festivals, arts, and local events year-round
Position Details
• Status: Full-Time
• Location: Rapid City, SD
• Qualifications: BE/BC in Cardiology with completion of Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Fellowship