Heart Failure Physician
Job Description
**Specialization:**
Cardiology Heart Failure and Transplant
**Job Summary:**
HCA Houston Healthcare is seeking to employ an advanced heart failure/cardiac transplant cardiologist to support our growing program.
**Qualified Candidates:**
– Care for heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pre- and post-transplant and VAD patients, all forms of both percutaneous and surgically placed mechanical circulatory support
– Board certified or board eligible in cardiology in advanced heart failure/cardiac transplant
– Certified in cardiac catherization, endocardial biopsy, and echocardiography
– Eligible for licensure in Texas, J1 and H1B cap-exempt visa not supported
– Great opportunity to work with an advanced heart failure team and renowned cardiology practice
**Incentive/Benefits Package:**
– Employed position with HCA Houston Healthcare through Houston Heart
– Competitive compensation
– Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and disability, 401k with match, PTO, and more
– CME allowance
– Malpractice coverage
– Academic opportunities
– No state income tax
– Tort reform
**About HCA Houston Healthcare**
HCA Houston Healthcare is the leading provider of healthcare in the Greater Houston area, treating nearly a million patients annually. With an employee base of 15,000, HCA Houston Healthcare’s comprehensive network includes 14 hospitals, 11 ambulatory surgery centers, 15 freestanding emergency centers, 24 CareNow® urgent care centers and numerous freestanding diagnostic imaging facilities. The system also includes a regional transfer center that provides support for patient transfers into and out of HCA Houston Healthcare facilities as well as access to ground and air transportation within a 150-mile radius. As one of the region’s largest healthcare systems, HCA Houston Healthcare recognizes the importance of giving back to the communities we serve. A strong advocate for the next generation of healthcare professionals, HCA Houston Healthcare also is a major supporter of the University of Houston College of Nursing and the University of Houston College of Medicine. For more information, visit HCAhoustonhealthcare.com.
