The VAMC in Memphis, Tennessee is recruiting for an Interventional Cardiologist/ Deputy Chief of Cardiology to serve as a full-time medical service physician. The position is accountable to the Chief of Cardiology and Medicine Service, for assuring the most effective delivery of state-of-the-art care by meeting or exceeding compliance standards. Education and length of practice are considered through a formal pay-setting process to determine the final compensable salary (Base Pay + Market Pay) To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia. Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification. (NOTE: VA physicians involved in academic training programs may be required to be board certified for faculty status.) Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), b) OR [(2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA),OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States), which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences. Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs). PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e., not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee-basis. PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged; rather, they are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision. Additionally, surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs. Proficiency in spoken and written English. Additional Requirement: Board Eligibility/Certification in Cardiovascular Diseases and Board Eligibility/Certification in Interventional Cardiology Preferred Experience: 2 years of experience outside of fellowship training and/or 1 year of experience in supervisory or director experience. Experience working with trainees (fellows, residents, medical students). Eligibility to receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Medicine at UTHSC College of Medicine. Substantial working experience, either in a hospital or managed care setting. Sound judgment and problem-solving skills. The ability to recognize and understand the common needs of individuals, including both patients and staff. Exemplary leadership qualities. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work effectively in group settings. The application of new concepts, knowledge, and skills gained from education and experience to the current situation. Knowledge of and ability to apply administration principles, personnel supervision and development, and effective group decision-making. A high degree of independence and initiative. Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-2 Physician Qualification Standard. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. Physical Requirements: Moderate Lifting (15-25 lbs); Moderate Carrying (15-25 lbs); Straight Pulling {up to 2-3 hours); Pushing (up to 2-3 hours); Reaching above shoulder; Walking (up to 1-2 hours); Kneeling (up to 1 -2 hours); Repeated bending (up to 1 to 2 hours); Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Near vision correctable; Far vision correctable; Depth perception; Ability to distinguish basic colors; Hearing (aid permitted). ["Duties include, but are not limited to: Assisting the chief of cardiology with administrative duties and providing comprehensive Cardiology services to Veterans, along with supervisory oversight to the Cardiology Section. Clinical practice, supervising and teaching Cardiology fellows, residents, and medical students. This physician is responsible for providing consultation on various forms of cardiovascular disease states, both for diagnosis and treatment in the inpatient and outpatient settings. Performing and interpreting cardiac catheterization procedures as well as diagnostic and interventional coronary and peripheral procedures. Will also assist with non-invasive procedures such as stress tests, trans-thoracic or trans-esophageal echocardiograms, or electrocardiograms is so trained. This physician will be expected to share attending call responsibilities with the other cardiologists in covering some night, weekend, and holiday calls as needed. The incumbent will round with the team of residents and fellows on such occasions and perform emergency procedures on patients in the Intensive Care Unit or when required the Emergency Department or Operating Room. Lead and manage the Cardiology/Coronary Care Unit (CCU) team consisting of Cardiology fellows, Internal Medicine Residents, Medical students, Pharmacists, Mid-level providers etc. while on the inpatient service. Give didactic lectures to Cardiology fellows and participate in academic activities such as journal reviews, Grand rounds, conferences and lectures. Assist the Chief of Cardiology in supervising Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, Administrative Staff and Health Technicians including invasive and Non-Invasive MITs. The applicant will work directly under the supervision of the Cardiology Chief. For quality assurance purposes, regular monitoring and evaluation of patient care will be performed. Patient record reviews will be accomplished via the FPPE and OPPE process. Any other duties as assigned by the supervising physician or his/her designee as it relates to the scope of practice. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): May be eligible for highly qualified applicants.\nPay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases\nPaid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)\nRetirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA\nInsurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)\nLicensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory\nCME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)\nMalpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided\nContract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM"]