Cardiology - Heart Failure and Transplant Physician

Responsibilities

• Patient Care:
• Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.
• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.
• Communication:
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Provide clear and concise medical information.
• Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.
• Documentation:
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
• Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.
• Diagnostic Procedures:
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.
• Perform procedures as needed
• Collaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.
• Team Collaboration:
• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
• Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.
• Quality Improvement:
• Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.
• Compliance:
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards in medical practice.
• Stay informed about healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
• Participate in quality audits to ensure adherence to standards.
• Continuous Learning:
• Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.
• Participate in ongoing medical education and training.
• Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.

Qualifications

• American Board Certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty
• A valid and unrestricted state medical license or license-eligible

Overview
Advanced Heart Failure Cardiologist - Creighton University - CHI Health
The Department of Medicine at Creighton University Medical Center and CHI Health Heart Institute is recruiting an Advanced Heart Failure Cardiologist as we pursue growth to our vibrant program and expand our clinical enterprise, research, and educational activities in conjunction with our Department of Medicine and our expanding Heart and Vascular Institute.
At Creighton University Medical Center, our Heart & Vascular Institute is one of the nation's highest quality, award winning heart programs. We are a designated TAVR, TEER, Afib Ablation Centers of Excellence with a high procedure volume and excellent outcomes. Supported by a highly ranked team of Cardiac Surgeons, Interventional Cardiologists, Electrophysiology Cardiologists, and General Cardiologists, we are significantly involved in innovative national and international trials. In conjunction with our rapid growth in Cardiac Surgery, expansion is ripe in our Heart Failure Program, augmented by the Heart & Vascular Institute being part of the integrated, multispecialty system, working with every member of the cardiovascular medicine team committed to the highest outcome of every procedure we perform. Additionally, they will play a pivotal role in the ongoing growth of the Advanced Heart Failure at Creighton/CHI Health, including development of a destination LVAD program.
Resident and fellowship activity with the department of Medicine is highly engaging at our University Medical Center and Level I Trauma Center.
Candidates expected to have fellowship training in Advanced Heart Failure

• Performing high quality patient centered Heart Team care
• Ensuring further program growth and participating in cutting edge technologies
• Active role in the cardiac ICU, inpatient services and outpatient medicine
• Participation of high quality Heart Failure Clinic

• Working in a rich academic and teaching environment educating Creighton University's fellows, residents and medical students and conducting clinical research in collaboration with faculty within CommonSpirit and Creighton University School of Medicine.
• Highly competitive Salary Guarantee
• Paid Relocation Expenses
• Omaha, Nebraska is consistently ranked as one of America's best cities for livability, affordability, quality of life, and schooling.
• CHI and Creighton University Medical Center are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Women, Under-represented minorities, and Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Academic Health System
CHI Health has partnered with Creighton University School of Medicine, a reputable and prestigious medical school with strong Jesuit values in education, research and service. Together, we are shaping a new future for Academic Health and serving as a trendsetting model for academic health system of clinical care embedded in education, research and innovation. Our new Academic Medical Center at Bergan Mercy supports a culture where academic and community physicians collaborate.
About CHI Health
CHI Health , sponsored by Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI), is the largest faith-based healthcare system in Nebraska and southwest Iowa. A growing multi-specialty network of highly-skilled medical providers, we offer primary and specialty care at more than 100 locations throughout Nebraska and Southwest Iowa. CHI Health Clinic and The Physician Network combined employ over 900 physicians and advanced practice clinicians representing more than 40 specialties .
Interest parties please reach out to Jeff Wooten, Physician Recruiter, CHI Health,
Pay Range
$288-$300 /hour