Fee Basis Cardiologist - VA Boston | $1,440/Shift + Harvard Affiliation

Description

The Cardiology Section at VA Boston Healthcare System is seeking cardiologists for fee basis positions at the West Roxbury campus. This is a flexible, intermittent opportunity where you'll participate in general cardiology inpatient and outpatient services while teaching residents, Nurse Practitioners, and cardiovascular disease fellows. VABHS is a multi-campus tertiary care medical center with major affiliations to Harvard Medical School and Boston University Chobanian and Avedisian School of Medicine. With one of the largest research programs in the VA, including the nationally recognized Million Veteran Program, you'll have significant collaborative opportunities. This role is ideal for academic cardiologists looking to supplement their practice while serving Veterans in a world-class medical environment.

Here's what you'll be doing:

• Staff one of three inpatient consult services, assessing inpatient and outpatient cardiology consults or accepting admissions for a variety of cardiovascular conditions.
• Provide attending coverage for the general cardiology inpatient and outpatient services at the West Roxbury campus.
• Manage and teach residents, Nurse Practitioners, and cardiovascular disease fellows in inpatient settings.
• Deliver high-quality cardiovascular care to Veterans while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to the academic mission with accomplishments commensurate with appointment as Instructor, Assistant Professor, or Associate Professor of Medicine.

What you'll need to have:

• U.S. Citizenship (non-citizens may be considered when qualified citizens cannot be recruited).
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an approved institution.
• Current, full, and unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state or territory.
• Completed residency training approved by ACGME or AOA, with eligibility for board certification.
• Board certification or eligibility in cardiovascular diseases, or equivalent training.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Job Details

What's Included:

• Free malpractice liability protection with tail coverage provided.
• Flexible scheduling based on your availability and service needs.
• No weekend or evening coverage required.
• Academic affiliation opportunities with Harvard Medical School and Boston University.
• Access to collaborative research opportunities, including the Million Veteran Program.

Note: This is a fee basis position. Paid time off, retirement benefits, insurance, and CME reimbursement are not included.