Overview
In this position you will collaborate with patients, their families, and our multidisciplinary staff to offer specialized consultation and comprehensive care for patients with cardiac conditions. Working in a multi-specialty environment, you will coordinate closely with other specialties to ensure holistic care. This is a full-time outpatient role, with direct clinical sessions divided between in-person visits, video consultations, e-consults, ereviews, and diagnostic reading time. You will be involved in supervising and/or conducting various non-invasive diagnostic procedures, such as echocardiograms, stress echocardiography, exercise treadmill stress testing, Holter and event
monitors, based on clinical indications. You may supervise advanced practice providers and serve as an attending physician for learners at various levels.
This position will work closely with the Associate Director of Medical Specialty Care and will actively partner with the cardiology team in developing programs for managing, treating, and preventing cardiac diseases. You will also help design clinical workflows to improve access to care, support evidence-based practices, and enhance efficiency. Ten percent of clinical time will be dedicated to administrative tasks.
Responsibilities
Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments,
diagnostics, diagnoses, and treatment for a specified patient population. Prescribes medications, treatment
regimens, and other interventions based on the patient's medical condition.
Refers patients to specialists and additional care services as necessary to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Utilizes electronic health records (EHR) to document patient interactions, treatment plans, and clinical notes,
ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
Educates patients and their families on procedures, home care instructions, and follow-up care requirements.
Communicates clearly and professionally with patients, families, and colleagues through various modalities.
Demonstrates professional management skills, including planning, organizing, and scheduling work efficiently and
productively.
Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required. May manage the daily
operations of specific medical programs or research initiatives.
Directs and supervises advanced practice providers as required. May train and supervise medical students and
residents engaged in specialty activities and procedures, as appropriate.
Ensures adherence to departmental policies, safety protocols, quality improvement goals, and infection control
standards.
Participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs.
Contributes to the design and implementation of clinical workflows aimed at improving care access, supporting
evidence-based practices, and enhancing efficiency.
Collaborates with clinical and operational leaders to maintain alignment with organizational objectives and foster a
team-oriented environment.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Completion of a Residency in Internal Medicine
Completion of an Accredited Fellowship in Cardiology
Unrestricted licensed to practice Cardiology (Medicine) in the State of Texas Required
Board Certification by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Cardiology Required
DEA - Narcotics License Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) number for the purpose of writing prescriptions Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification for Healthcare Providers from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross Required
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Current Healthcare Provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) from
the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross Required
Board certification in echocardiography Preferred
