Description
Join One of New England's Leading Cardiovascular Programs
Southcoast Health is seeking a Structural Heart Imager/Non-Invasive Cardiologist to join our nationally recognized Heart & Vascular Center. This opportunity is ideal for a cardiologist with advanced echocardiography training and a strong interest in structural heart imaging and transcatheter therapies.
The Heart & Vascular Center consists of:
- 26 Cardiologists
- 24 Advanced Practice Providers
- Dedicated Structural Heart Imaging Team
- Comprehensive Heart Team approach
- Strong mentorship and collaborative support
The successful candidate will participate in a high-volume, advanced structural heart program while enjoying a balanced practice environment and exceptional quality of life.
Learn more: Southcoast Heart & Vascular Center
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a physician with:
- Advanced cardiac imaging training
- Expertise in procedural echocardiography
- Experience with:
- Mitral valve imaging
- Tricuspid valve imaging
- Edge-to-edge repair procedures
- Transcatheter valve replacement therapies
Southcoast currently has an established structural heart imaging team, and ongoing mentorship is available for candidates seeking additional procedural experience.
Program Highlights
Advanced Structural Heart Program
Southcoast Health operates one of the premier structural heart programs in New England.
Recognition
- 3-Star STS/ACC TAVR Rating
- Achieved by fewer than 10% of TAVR programs nationwide
- One of the first programs in New England to receive:
- ACC Transcatheter Heart Valve Certification
- ACC Transcatheter Heart Valve Certification
Annual Volumes
- Approximately 300 TAVR procedures
- More than 200 LAAO procedures
- Watchman
- Amulet
- More than 50 TEER procedures
- Mitral and tricuspid interventions
- Mitral and tricuspid interventions
Additional Structural Procedures
- Transcatheter mitral valve replacement
- Transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement
- PFO closures
- ASD closures
- PDA closures
- Paravalvular leak closures
- Alcohol septal ablation
Facilities
- Two state-of-the-art Hybrid Operating Rooms
- Integrated advanced imaging systems
Advanced Electrophysiology Program
Annual Volumes
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More than 700 ablations
- SVT
- Atrial fibrillation
- Ventricular tachycardia
- Convergent AF procedures
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More than 500 device implants
- Pacemakers
- ICDs
- CRT devices
- Leadless devices
- Subcutaneous ICDs
Additional Services
- Growing combined LAAO and AF ablation program
- Laser lead extraction capabilities
Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging
Comprehensive imaging services include:
- Full echocardiography services
- 3D echocardiography
- Dedicated Structural Heart Imaging Team
- Nuclear cardiology services
- PYP imaging
- Coronary CTA
- Cardiac CTA
- Cardiac MRI
Advanced Cardiac & Vascular Surgery
Quality & Volume
- 3-Star STS CABG Quality Rating
- More than 350 cardiac surgeries annually
Services Include
- Coronary revascularization
- Valve repair and replacement
- Aortic surgery
- Mechanical circulatory support
- ECMO
Vascular Procedures
- EVAR / TEVAR
- Carotid stenting
- TCAR
- High-volume peripheral interventions
- DVT and PE thrombectomy
Regional STEMI Leader
Southcoast Health is the busiest STEMI center in the region.
Annual Volumes
- More than 2,000 diagnostic catheterizations
- More than 800 coronary interventions
Advanced Interventional Capabilities
- High-risk PCI
- Impella-supported procedures
- Laser atherectomy
- Shockwave therapy
Research & Education
- Participation in multiple clinical trials
- Medical student teaching opportunities
- APP student rotations
- Prior research involvement includes:
- Amulet Trial
- CHAMPION AF
Position Highlights
- Protected imaging compensation for structural heart procedures and screening studies
- Dedicated Structural Heart procedural imaging role
- Strong mentorship available
- Participation in clinical research
- Clinical practice based at:
- Southcoast Health Heart & Vascular Center
- Charlton Memorial Hospital
- Outpatient office located just ½ mile from the hospital
- Shared call responsibilities
- Excellent work-life balance
- Teaching opportunities with medical and APP students
Qualifications
Candidates should possess:
- COCATS Level III training in Echocardiography
- Structural Heart procedural TEE experience
- MD or DO degree
- Completion of accredited residency and cardiology fellowship training
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Cardiology
- Active medical license and DEA registration (or ability to obtain)
- Strong clinical, communication, and patient-centered care skills
Compensation & Benefits
Southcoast Health offers a highly competitive employed physician package including:
Financial Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- RVU productivity incentive
- Quality bonus incentive
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
Benefits Package
- 41 days PTO annually
- 6% retirement match after 2 years
- CME allowance and paid CME time
- Malpractice coverage:
- $2 million/$6 million limits
- $2 million/$6 million limits
Additional Advantages
- No buy-in
- No overhead expenses
- Loan forgiveness opportunities through nonprofit status
- Strong administrative support
- Physician-led culture
Why Southcoast Health?
Southcoast Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing health systems in New England, serving more than 135,000 patients across Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Highlights include:
- Ranked among the region's top healthcare systems by U.S. News & World Report
- Level II Trauma Center
- Nationally recognized heart programs
- Highly regarded maternity and bariatric services
- IDSA Antimicrobial Center of Excellence
- Recognition from Newsweek, CHIME, U.S. News & World Report, and SouthCoast Today
Live Where Others Vacation
Enjoy a coastal New England lifestyle with:
- Beautiful waterfront communities
- Excellent schools
- Outdoor recreation
- Vibrant arts and culture
- Easy access to:
- Providence, RI
- Boston, MA
- Cape Cod
Apply Today
Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter to:
Holly Lestage Manager, Provider Recruitment
lestageh@southcoast.org 508-525-3585
Please include your relevant clinical experience, imaging interests, and reasons for pursuing this opportunity with Southcoast Health.
Southcoast Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
