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Cardiology position in Chicago, IL
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Cardiology
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location Chicago, Illinois, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 3/03/23
**Regional Medical Director Cardiology opening in Chicago** * Full-time; permanent * Excellent full time opportunity, with benefits, for that Cardiologist who desires to make the leap into leadership. * Based in Chicago, the Regional Medical Director, Cardiovascular Care (RMDCVC) is a regional clinical leader responsible for implementing, reviewing and developing Cardiovascular Care clinical protocols, performance objectives, productivity benchmarks, compliance measures, provider workflow planning and provider scheduling. * The incumbent in this role serves as coach/mentor/trainer to staff providers, giving guidance in best practices, troubleshooting of medical services and operations issues in priority of urgency. * The RMDCVC also represents the Clinic at required meetings with affiliated agencies. * He/She oversees the diagnosis and treatment of Cardiac diseases and may manage one or more cardiologists and/or nurse practitioners. * As a licensed MD the RMDCVC also provides direct patient care services in addition to their duties in administration. **RESPONSIBILITIES:** * Directs patient care for the region's patients including the following: cardiovascular disease, device checks, vascular disease evaluations, cardiovascular-related procedures, interpretations of echocardiograms and Holter monitors or coordination with hospitalists/interventionalists, and close communication with PCP's and care teams. * Reviews PCP requests for external cardiology referrals and participates in delegated utilization authorizations; determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral / consultation appointments. * Limits external cardiovascular care where high quality internal care can be appropriately provided to members. * Determines the most appropriate treatment for patient, i.e., individualized treatment. * Provides continuous leadership and support in the areas of both PCP/CMD and patient education related to heart disease, wellness, prevention, and early detection, including supporting market clinics, and other educational initiatives. * Ensures new or urgent cardiovascular consultations are screened within two (2) business days. * Attracts, recruits, hires, leads, coaches, develops and mentors manages Medical Director(s), Cardiovascular Care, cardiologists and/or nurse practitioners; sets the example as a clinical leader. * In partnership with the Regional Chief Clinical Officer coaches, educates, develops other PCPs and clinical leaders on appropriate diagnosis and treatment of acute and preventative cardiac cases. * Leads our physician providers in weekly morbidity and mortality meetings. * Cultivates a region presence and develop positive relationships with local specialists and the medical community. * Creates standard operating procedures on coding, HEDIS and other evidence-based medicine. * Cultivates a uniform clinical culture, clinical values, clinical approach, incentives and performance values for our provider. * Coordinates as needed with the transitional care team, hospital, skilled nursing facility, post-acute, utilization management, and home-based services for the market. * The position will have an estimated 60% direct patient care responsibilities, and 40% leadership/administrative/echo reading time. * Performs other duties as assigned and modified at managers discretion. **Ideal Candidate Skillset** * Current, relevant, and substantial knowledge of areas related to health center licensing and operations, e.g., legal/regulatory, administrative, policy, protocols, and other clinical issues, especially within a managed care environment, strongly recommended * Knowledge and understanding of mid-level supervision agreements and regulations * Understands and is committed to maintaining highest level of confidentiality * Excellent written and verbal communication skills required * Excellent problem-solving skills required, including creativity, resourcefulness, timeliness, and technical knowledge related to analyzing and resolving medical/administrative problems * Excellent emotional coping skills, adequate to confront difficult emotional situations and emotional responses of others * Sensitivity to needs of culturally and linguistically diverse patient and employee population. * Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team, in collaborative settings, required * Demonstrated ability to provide leadership to staff and to build the trust and respect of patients, staff, colleagues, external contacts, and other MT members * Able to motivate staff; promote team building; assume leadership role within clinical arena * Able to select, hire, develop, and performance manage other clinicians * Demonstrated ability to utilize computer technology and to willingness to develop and adapt to the evolving technological requirements of modern medical health center practices required * Computer skills: Comfortable with the electronic medical record (MyNotes), and agile with keyboarding * Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook, database, and presentation software * Ability and willingness to travel locally, regionally and nationwide up to 25% of the time * Spoken and written fluency in English * This job requires use and exercise of independent judgment **Benefits** * 16 Days PTO * 3 Sick Days * 2 Floating holidays * 7 National holidays * Health, Vision, Dental * 401k with company match * Relocation * Sign-On Bonuses available * CME - $3500 plus 5 days