Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiologist | Corewell Health

Description

Corewell Health Medical Group's Cardiovascular Department has a rewarding opportunity for a full-time Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist to join their team of 7 AHF physicians and over 50 cardiologists. Qualified BE/BC candidates who are committed to excellence in patient care and possess strong clinical skills are welcome to apply. 

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Opportunity Highlights:

• Large quaternary care facility with a well-established Heart Transplant (> 250 transplants) and LVAD programs (> 550 LVAD implants) having excellent outcomes surpassing national benchmarks
• 22-bed dedicated Heart Failure ICU with dedicated procedure room for PA catheter placements
• 39-bed Cardio-Thoracic ICU with multi-disciplinary care involving AHF, cardiothoracic surgeons, cardiothoracic critical care intensivists
• Two advanced heart failure inpatient rounding services; ICU & non-ICU with advanced heart failure patients
• 24/7 heart failure inpatient advanced practice provider (APP) support and 5 dedicated ambulatory heart failure APPs
• High volume, well-supported Advanced Heart Failure Clinic serving over 7000 patients with RN, MA, MSW, dedicated specialty nurse navigators, pharmacists, and pharmacy technician support
• High volumes and the busiest cardiovascular facility in MI performing a multitude of CV imaging studies (echo, structural echo, SPECT, PET, CMR, CT) with support from advanced imaging cardiologists
• Growth opportunities within the high profile cardiovascular practice for Corewell Health and all of West Michigan
• Collegial setting and a stable practice with outstanding reputation amongst patients, providers, and hospital personnel
• Diverse practice which includes inpatient, outpatient, consults and procedures
• Training center for Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and Cardiovascular Disease / Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Fellowship programs
• Joint academic prefix appointment at Michigan State University's College of Human Medicine
• Robust research portfolio including clinical trials, translational research, and collaboration with Michigan State University
• Primary location is Grand Rapids, MI with a 1-2 days per month expectation for other satellite locations within approximately 100-mile radius with regional APP support
• Desirable work life balance with a 4.5 day workweek
• Competitive salary and benefits

Requirements:

• Medical degree (MD or DO)
• Board-certified in Cardiovascular Disease from an accredited institution
• Board-certified / board eligible in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant cardiology from an accredited institution
• Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Michigan

Preferred Qualities:

• Passion for the clinical care of patients with complex heart failure syndromes including those who might benefit from advanced heart failure therapies including LVAD and heart transplantation
• Desire to work in an environment focused on excellence in clinical care but also with opportunities for education, research and professional development

About Corewell Health

Corewell Health is a not-for-profit, award winning, integrated health system based in West Michigan. Our organization includes a medical center, regional community hospitals, a dedicated children's hospital, a multispecialty medical group and a nationally recognized health plan, Priority Health. We invest in our people by supporting a dynamic, high-performing workplace. Our collaborative approach to patient care includes a commitment to provide an exceptional experience for patients and their families. Corewell Health supports successful career growth, in an innovative environment.