Job Description

Job Location BHMG Medical Care Center - Bristol, CT 06010 Position Type Full Time Education Level Graduate Degree Job Shift 1st Shift (Days)

At Bristol Health, we begin each day caring today for your tomorrow. We have been an integral part of our community for the past 100 years.

We are dedicated to providing the best possible care and service to our patients, residents and families. We are committed to provide compassionate, quality care at all times and to uphold our values of Communication, Accountability, Respect and Empathy (C.A.R.E.). We are Magnet ® and received the 2020 Press Ganey Leading Innovator award for our rapid adoption and implementation of healthcare solutions during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Use your expertise, compassion, and kindness to transform the patient experience. Make a difference. Make Bristol Health your choice.

Bristol Health Medical Group is an expanding network of community-based practices staffed by over one hundred of the region’s most skilled primary care physicians, specialty care physicians and advanced practice providers dedicated to Bristol Hospital’s goal of being one of the best community hospitals in Connecticut.

We have an exceptional hospital employed full-time opportunity for a BC/BE non-invasive cardiologist to join a collaborative group of cardiologists in a well-established practice located in a brand new ambulatory care center.

The ideal candidate will be compassionate and mission-focused with excellent clinical skills and expertise in echocardiography, TEE, and stress echo to deliver quality, patient-centered care.

Our Practice:

• Includes cardiology services to outpatient, inpatient, consults and ER coverage
• On-site treadmill and echocardiography system
• Instant volume and a large referral network
• Accomplished and collegial colleagues
• Fully integrated EMR with dedicated IT staff
• Accredited out-patient services at community hospital for your patients’ cardiology and cardiac rehabilitation needs

Bristol Health Medical Group Offers:

• Practice Cardiology as part of a collaborative and integrated network of exceptional physicians and providers with a unique community feel
• Opportunity for growth and leadership, if desired, with a collegial and collaborative relationship with administration
• Focus on quality patient care and supporting the health and wellness of our community members
• Attractive salary with productivity and quality bonuses
• Generous amount of paid time off
• Comprehensive array of health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Employer paid malpractice coverage
• J1 and H1b sponsorship

• Provide Cardiac inpatient and outpatient care consistent with the standard of care for a board certified Non Invasive Cardiologist.
• Prepare and maintain patient medical records on BHMSG and Hospital pre-approved forms consistent with BHMSG, Hospital, Medical Staff and Joint Commission standards. It is expected that medical record documentation be completed within twenty-four (24) hours of the provision of patient care, in accordance with BHMSG’s standards.
• Prepare all reports, claims and correspondence necessary or appropriate in connection with professional services rendered by Physician.
• Obtain consultation with other physicians as appropriate.
• Assist in the preparation for and participate in surveys by federal or state regulatory agencies and accrediting bodies such as the Joint Commission.
• Participate in clinical guideline development, care management programs and quality assurance as directed.
• Provide a pro rata share of the off hour, holiday, night and weekend coverage for the Practice throughout the year without additional compensation.
• Participate in the Hospital emergency department call coverage as required by the Employer and as may be provided in the Medical Staff bylaws
• Provide input and support to the development and management of the Practice as described above.
• Participate and comply with BHMSG and Hospital compliance programs and activities, including participation in any compliance education programs deemed necessary or appropriate by BHMSG or Hospital including but not limited to billing and coding compliance programs.
• Comply with all BHMSG reimbursement requirements including the timely completion of billing slips and accurate coding of services.
• Provide a minimum of 2 hours per month in community service health programs and educational sessions as approved by the Employer.
• Cooperate and participate in educational programs established by BHMSG and the Hospital from time-to-time relating to Physician’s expertise, and work in the Department of Medicine and elsewhere in the Hospital.
• Serve on BHMSG, Hospital and Medical Staff committees and/or in leadership positions as requested and approved by Employer. For those committees/leadership positions that compensate physician members for their attendance/service, the physician shall serve on at least one such committee or in one such leadership position without additional compensation as approved by Employer.
• Assist BHMSG and the Hospital in marketing and promoting its Cardiology Services in the Office sites in the Bristol area and at the Hospital.
• Attend and participate in regularly scheduled meetings with other physician members of BHMSG and the Hospital.
• Participate in the development of and comply with the product standardization and cost efficiency policies and initiatives of Employer and those of such related entities as identified by the Employer.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Qualifications

Physician will meet the standards and requirements for Medical Staff membership as defined in the Hospital’s Medical Staff Bylaws, including those for Board Certification and licensure requirements. MD/DO, BC/BE, CT license, CSP, DEA