Cardiology Hospitalist – High-Impact Role in Beautiful Tucson, AZ
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Job description
TMC Health – Central Tucson
TMC Health is seeking a dedicated Cardiology Hospitalist to join our team at our 600+ bed flagship facility in central Tucson. This is an exceptional opportunity for a physician who thrives in acute care, values collaboration, and wants to make a meaningful impact within a well-established cardiovascular program.
Position Overview
In this role, you will provide acute in-patient cardiology care, partner with a strong hospitalist team, and work closely with our cardiac interventionists in the cath lab. While collaboration with outpatient and community cardiologists is expected, no STEMI coverage is required.
Job Responsibilities
• Provide acute care cardiology consults for in‑patients.
• Offer overnight supervision and support for hospitalized cardiac patients.
• Collaborate closely with the hospitalist group on cardiology‑related care needs.
• Coordinate with outpatient and community cardiologists for continuity of care.
• Work alongside cardiac interventionists in the cath lab.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care planning and communication.
• Maintain thorough and timely documentation in the EMR.
• Support quality, safety, and performance improvement efforts.
Note: This position does not require STEMI coverage.
Qualifications
• Completion of an accredited Cardiology, Internal Medicine, or related residency/fellowship.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiology (or applicable subspecialty).
• Eligible for Arizona medical licensure (or ability to obtain).
• Current DEA, or ability to obtain prior to start.
• Strong clinical skills in acute and hospital‑based cardiology.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work a full‑time, 40‑hour rotating shift schedule.
• Commitment to high‑quality, patient‑centered care.
Working Hours
What We Offer
• Excellent compensation package with quality & productivity incentives
• Comprehensive benefits
• Paid relocation, sign‑on bonus, CME, and malpractice coverage
• Low cost of living in a highly desirable area of Arizona
• Vibrant arts, culture, dining, and outdoor recreation
• Access to a broad and loyal referral base
Why Tucson?
With 300+ sunny days each year, breathtaking desert landscapes, and a thriving culinary and cultural scene, Tucson offers an unbeatable blend of lifestyle and affordability.
Skills
• Proficiency in managing high‑acuity cardiac patients.
• Effective communication and consultative skills with hospitalists and specialists.
• Ability to interpret and respond to cardiac diagnostic studies (e.g., EKG, telemetry).
• Comfortable coordinating care with interventional cardiology teams.
• Skilled in navigating complex cases and rapidly changing patient conditions.
• Strong EMR documentation and workflow efficiency.
• Adaptability to rotating shifts and fast‑paced hospital environments.
• Commitment to evidence‑based practice and continuous improvement.