Physician - Cardiology

Boone Hospital Center, a 392-bed full service hospital in Columbia, Missouri is seeking a Cardiologist - Inpatient Care. This role focuses on high-quality, efficient inpatient cardiovascular management, multidisciplinary coordination, and safe transitions of care.

Boone Hospital is one of the best hospitals in the nation and the only hospital in mid-Missouri awarded a 5-star rating by CMS. Boone has also achieved its Magnet designation for the fifth time in a row, indicating the high standard of excellence that Boone Hospital nurses achieve every day for patients. The employees of Boone Hospital are dedicated to serving the mid-Missouri region with the highest standards in patient care.

Practice Highlights:

• 7 consecutive days of inpatient service, followed by 7 consecutive days off
  • Flexibility is schedule, opportunity to discuss shift schedule in interviews
• Typical service hours: [e.g., 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM]

Responsibilities:

• Provide inpatient cardiology consultative and/or primary service coverage during assigned 7-day blocks
• Evaluate and manage acute cardiovascular conditions, including Acute coronary syndromes, Decompensated heart failure, Arrhythmias, Syncope, Valvular heart disease
• Pre-operative cardiac evaluations
• Interpret ECGs, telemetry, stress tests (if applicable), echocardiograms (if credentialed), and other noninvasive cardiac studies
• Perform bedside procedures as credentialed (e.g., cardioversion, temporary pacing, TEE if applicable)
• Collaborate with interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, cardiac surgery, and critical care teams
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds (ICU, heart failure, structural, or shock team as applicable)
• Supervise and provide teaching to residents, fellows, and APPs (if academic setting)
• Ensure timely documentation and communication with referring providers
• Facilitate discharge planning and outpatient follow-up coordination

About Columbia, MO: our community offers a compelling blend of professional opportunities and quality of life that makes it an ideal place for physicians seeking to relocate. Beyond work, Columbia boasts a vibrant community with excellent schools (both public and private), diverse cultural experiences, and abundant outdoor recreational activities, including the state-wide Katy Trail, amidst its scenic landscapes. With its welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of community, Columbia ensures a fulfilling lifestyle for both professionals and families alike.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision, alongside wellness programs.
• Robust 401(k) retirement plan with diverse investment options.
• Educational assistance programs and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) available.
• Supportive work-life balance initiatives to promote a positive and productive workplace environment.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiovascular Disease
• Eligible for state medical licensure
• ACLS certification
• Strong clinical and communication skills
• Commitment to team-based cardiovascular care

Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: to be discussed during