Pediatric Cardiologist - Pediatrix

Overview:

 

Pediatrix Cardiology of Houston, is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Pediatric Cardiologist with advanced training in imaging to join our expanding five physician practice in metropolitan Houston, Texas

Responsibilities:

We are a large, experienced, and well-established team of five pediatric cardiologists with multiple clinics located throughout the Houston metropolitan region.

 

· Majority of practice is outpatient cardiology offering comprehensive pediatric heart care for patients with a broad range of clinical indications

· Expanding Fetal Heart Program working closely with OB/Gyn and MFMs to provide comprehensive fetal cardiac care including care coordination with Perinatal Navigation Program at hospital with over 11,000 deliveries per year

· Growing inpatient cardiology service providing consultation services and echocardiogram reading for 146 bed Level IV NICU with an average daily census of over 100 patients and 14 bed PICU providing and remote reading of echocardiograms for affiliated hospital NICUs and nurseries on a regular call schedule

· Candidates should be comfortable with all aspects of outpatient pediatric cardiology, including general, pediatric and fetal echocardiograms

· Practice works closely with two large congenital heart surgical centers in the area

· Pediatrix, is a national pediatric cardiology group with over 125 pediatric cardiologists, provides opportunities for quality initiatives that can have national impact

· Work with partners who are passionate about their work, emphasize a team atmosphere, and strive for an excellent work-life balance

· Generous compensation and benefits package offered

 

About the Area

Houston Texas is the largest city in the State of Texas and is the fourth largest city in the nation. In 2017, it was named as the third most culturally and religiously diverse city in America. The culmination of people from all different backgrounds and ethnicities has led to a growing economy, cultural diversity, and socioeconomic success. Average housing costs are considered bargains, there is a temperate climate, and public schools and universities are deemed some of the best in the nation. There are plenty of outdoor and indoor activities for the entire family all year long. There is also no state income tax in Texas.

 

Qualifications:

· Ideally seeking candidate with advanced image training and interest in inpatient cardiology coverage.

· BC/BE in Pediatric Cardiology

Benefits and Compensation:

Our clinicians enjoy a competitive compensation package with many locations offering sign on bonuses and relocation.

 

Benefits for Full Time employee and qualified dependents:

 

• Health Insurance including prescription drugs
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term disability options
• Employee stock purchase program – 15% discount*
• 401k with company match**
• Pre-tax Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Aflac Hospital, Critical Illness and Accident plans
• Identity Protection
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

 

*Part Time Regular employee classifications also receive this benefit

** Available to part-time regular and part-time casual employees age 21 and over

About Us:

 

Pediatrix Medical Group is one of the nation’s leading providers of highly specialized health care for women, babies and children. Since 1979, Pediatrix has grown from a single neonatology practice to a national, multispecialty medical group. Pediatrix-affiliated clinicians are committed to providing coordinated, compassionate and clinically excellent services to women, babies and children across the continuum of care, both in hospital settings and office-based practices. The group’s high-quality, evidence-based care is bolstered by significant investments in research, education, quality-improvement and safety initiatives. 

 

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Pediatrix is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.