Physician - Cardiology: Electrophysiology Job in Laredo, Texas

Cardiac Electrophysiologist | Build and Lead a New EP Program | Laredo, Texas

Profession

Physician

Specialty

Cardiology: Electrophysiology

Job Description

Laredo Medical Center is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Cardiac Electrophysiologist to establish and grow a new Electrophysiology (EP) program in one of the fastest-growing communities in South Texas.

This is a unique opportunity to build a service line from the ground up while collaborating with an established cardiology group that provides a strong and consistent referral base. The incoming physician will be supported by experienced cardiovascular staff and will have the opportunity to help design the EP lab, select preferred mapping technology, and shape the future of electrophysiology services for the region.

Physicians will enjoy the autonomy of program development combined with the stability and resources of a hospital-employed model.

Position Snapshot

Specialty: Cardiac Electrophysiology
Employment Type: Hospital-employed
Practice Setting: Mix of inpatient and outpatient
Program Development: Lead and develop a new Electrophysiology program
Facilities: Two state-of-the-art cath labs
Technology: Opportunity to select preferred EP mapping system
Anesthesia: 24/7 anesthesiology support
Location: Laredo, Texas
Visa Support: J-1 visa sponsorship available

Recruitment Package May Include

Competitive salary aligned with MGMA benchmarks
Comprehensive health, retirement, and benefits package
Commencement bonus
Student loan repayment assistance
Relocation assistance
CME allowance and marketing support
Texas has NO personal state income tax

Position Highlights

Lead the development of a new Electrophysiology program with strong hospital leadership support
Collaborate with an established cardiology group generating a robust referral base for EP services
Opportunity to select EP mapping system and help design the electrophysiology lab and workflows
Balanced inpatient and outpatient practice
Work alongside experienced cardiovascular staff in two modern cath labs
Hospital-employed position offering stability and comprehensive support
Cardiac Electrophysiology fellowship required
Spanish language skills are helpful but not required

Contact Kristy_tigner@chs.net for more information

Job ID: 49029
Employment Type: Full Time
Accepts J-1 Waivers: Yes
Accepts H-1b Visas: No

Location Description

Laredo Medical Center (LMC) is a state-of-the-art, 326-bed acute care facility serving fast-growing Laredo (population 200,000) and the surrounding area. Laredo Medical Center, which is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations (JCAHO) and has been serving the healthcare needs of its community for more than 110 years, is an integrated delivery system featuring a wide array of sophisticated medical care in an attractive, welcoming environment. LMC is the area's only heart hospital, offering complete diagnostic and interventional cardiology services. Its cardiology unit includes two open heart operating rooms, a recently upgraded cardiac cath lab (with a second scheduled to open mid-2007), and inpatient cardiac rehabilitation services. LMC is the area's only accredited Chest Pain Center. The Sanchez Cancer Center, the Family Birth Center, and the Sleep and Seizure Disorder Center are other centers of excellence at the 650,000-square-foot complex, which is located on a 50-acre campus near downtown Laredo. The facility includes two medical office buildings.

Inpatient and outpatient medical and surgical services for our regional delivery area from birth through the senior years.
A one-stop health care facility, designed with the kind of convenience that allows you to coordinate tests and physician appointments for the same visit.
24/7 emergency and trauma care Cardiac services, including: heart catheterization, balloon angioplasty, open-heart surgery, and heart valve replacement.

Laredo is located on the north bank of the historical Rio Grande River (or Rio Bravo, as it is known in Mexico). The community boasts an outstanding school system, the Laredo Independent School District, an educational partner with the City of Laredo and the larger global community, with focus on developing and educating students by providing a relevant and challenging curriculum through innovative programs.

The town has experienced continuous growth over the years. Between 1960 and 1990 Laredo's population has more than doubled. This is attributed to Laredo's growing importance as a manufacturing and trading center on the Texas-Mexico border, which has drawn increasing numbers of people from the surrounding region.

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