Job Information
Dartmouth Health Physician, Non-Invasive Cardiology in Bennington, Vermont
Overview
The Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) Cardiology team is seeking a General, non-invasive, Cardiologist to join a well-established, collaborative and growing Cardiology Practice. The duties will include providing a full spectrum of non-invasive services (including Pacemaker Services), with predominantly outpatient clinical responsibilities at SVMC. In addition, option to do Cardiac Catheterization at nearby Samaritan Hospital.
Opportunity Highlights Include:
Engaged physicians and Advanced Practice Providers who are invested in teamwork and optimal patient outcomes
Caring and professional staff of nurses, medical assistants and secretaries
An excellent call schedule, supportive administration, quality care and a focus on provider and patient satisfaction
Comprehensive salary and benefits package to include Sign on Bonus, Relocation Stipend and Student Loan Assistance
Hospital Employed Position (Dartmouth-Hitchcock)
SVHC is an integrated non-profit health system and has a proud 100-year history as an innovator in health care delivery. It includes a 99-bed hospital and 25 primary care and specialty care practices at nine total locations in the greater Bennington area and nearby New York and Massachusetts. Through visionary partnerships with Dartmouth-Hitchcock, Castleton University and others, nearly 1,400 employees emulate the values of quality, empathy, safety, teamwork and stewardship to fulfill their mission of exceptional care and comfort for the 75,000 people they serve. Their collective commitment to quality care and innovation is recognized by the nation's most stringent regulators and the industry's leading professional organizations, including The Joint Commission, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
Responsibilities
Provide clinical and related administrative services to ensure timely care of patients.
Abide by the Dartmouth Health Bylaws for the Professional Staff and Code of Conduct.
Review records and detailed medical history from patient(s).
Determine appropriate diagnosis (diagnoses) and treatment plan(s).
Determine and order appropriate screening and diagnostic tests and studies.
Obtain informed consent for treatment diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and studies.
Interpret and evaluate test and study results.
Prescribe medications, treatments, and medical devices in accordance within specialty scope of practice and applicable rules and regulations.
Initiate referrals to other providers as necessary.
Initiate admission/discharge of patients, if applicable.
Provide consultation, education, and counseling regarding the management of acute and chronic illnesses and injuries. Encourage behavioral change and assist with self-management skills to improve overall health, within specialty scope of practice.
Complete appropriate documentation in a timely manner.
Provide patient and family-centered care.
Insure the patient’s right to privacy, confidentiality and informed consent.
Supervise APP’s as directed.
Participate in continuing medical education (CME).
Participate in quality and patient safety initiatives
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Board Certified / Board Eligible in Internal Medicine and Cardiology
Must obtain and maintain a medical license in the State of Vermont
Required Licensure/Certifications
Board Certified / Board Eligible in Internal Medicine and Cardiology
Must obtain and maintain a medical license in the State of Vermont
Area of Interest:Physician;
FTE/Hours per pay period:1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week;
Shift:Day;
Job ID:27838;
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. We do not exclude or treat people differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.