
Community Health Systems
Interventional Cardiologist Opportunity-Comp Exceeding 850K- Family-Friendly Hattiesburg, MS
Hattiesburg, MS
Merit Health Wesley, Hattiesburg’s trusted leader in advanced cardiovascular care, is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Interventional Cardiologist to join our well-established, high-volume cardiology program.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a busy, turnkey practice with immediate patient volume, strong built-in referral patterns, and a collaborative medical staff. You will practice within a hospital nationally recognized for excellence in heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, and surgical care, and home to the region’s only accredited heart failure program.
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
- Immediate Volume: Inherit a thriving, high-volume interventional practice with a robust, built-in referral network.
- Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a shared call schedule alongside a supportive, collegial, and highly collaborative cardiology team.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Utilize advanced cath lab technology in a hospital heavily committed to clinical innovation and growth.
- Comprehensive Support: Enjoy strong administrative backing and dedicated clinical support so you can focus on patient care.
- Flexible Hiring: We are enthusiastically open to 2026/2027 fellows as well as experienced physicians looking to elevate their careers.
Position Requirements
- Education: MD or DO from an accredited institution.
- Training: Successful completion of an ACGME-accredited Interventional Cardiology Fellowship.
- Certification: ABMS Board Certified or Board Eligible in Interventional Cardiology.
- Licensure: Eligible for or currently holding an unrestricted medical license in the state of Mississippi.
Financial & Benefits Package
We offer a highly competitive compensation structure designed to reward your expertise and support your transition:
- Competitive Base Salary with strong productivity-driven earning potential.
- $50,000 Commencement Bonus
- Relocation Assistance to help you settle into the vibrant Hattiesburg community.
- Fellowship Stipend available for qualified physicians currently completing their training.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans.
- Professional Support: Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance, professional dues, subscriptions, and licensing/board certification fee support.
Interested in learning more?
Please submit your CV for immediate and confidential consideration. We look forward to discussing how this opportunity aligns with your personal and professional goals.
About the Hospital
Merit Health Wesley is a 211-bed acute care hospital located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. The hospital provides comprehensive medical and surgical services, emergency care, and specialty services to residents of South Mississippi. Merit Health Wesley continues to evolve to meet the changing healthcare needs of the region while maintaining a commitment to compassionate, quality care.
Community
Hattiesburg is a regional hub in southern Mississippi with a population of approximately 45,000 and is home to The University of Southern Mississippi. Known as “The Hub City,” Hattiesburg offers a low cost of living, access to major Gulf Coast and regional cities, and cultural attractions, including museums, theaters, and historic landmarks.
About Community Health Systems
Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHS) is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 13 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 60+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.
From Alaska to Florida, our affiliated hospitals are the cornerstones of their communities. These local hospitals and healthcare systems play a vital role by providing close to home care and peace of mind for millions of people each year.
Our affiliated hospitals have the flexibility to meet individual needs and the ability to offer competitive recruitment packages and start-up incentives. Hundreds of physicians choose CHS affiliated hospitals each year for quality of care and quality of life.
Posted June 4, 2026