Cardiology - Electrophysiology Physician

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Position Highlights :

• Full-time- Electrophysiologist
• 6 total Cath Labs (2 dedicated EP labs)
• EnSite X EP System X & Carto 3 V7 and Carto Prime (both Mapping systems available onsite)
• List procedures ALL EP Procedures capable, LAAO Center of excellence (Watchman / amulet) PFA contract approved and started PFA program for afib ablations with both Boston / Abbott.
• Call Schedule : 1 : 7 cardiology call with ONLY 1 major holiday per year

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Where You'll Work

The Heart Institute of East Texas (HIET) is seeking Board Certified / Board Eligible Electrophysiologists to join their practice of 13 physicians (7 Interventional, 4 Invasive / General, 1 EP) plus our own CV Surgeon. HIET is affiliated with St. Luke's Health-Memorial and led the hospital to receive the highest recognition from the American College of Cardiology (ACC) the Heartcare Center of Excellence every year since 2018, as well as the PIONEER award for being one of the 1st ten hospitals in the nation to receive this designation. Opportunity to be On Baylor College of Medicine Faculty. As of 2023, there remains only seven hospitals with this designation in the state of Texas and MHSET (Memorial Health System of East Texas) one of only a few hospitals with this designation to also have four ACC accreditations in the state of Texas (Electrophysiology, Cath Lab, Heart Failure, Chest Pain).

HIET serves 12 counties with a population of 350,000 in Deep East Texas with 10 clinic locations and privileges at 4 hospitals.

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Dedication to excellent care within the community and a patient-first mindset, as well as a commitment to bring cutting edge clinical care to patients served.

ABOUT THE HEART INSTITUTE OF EAST TEXAS :

A thriving healthcare system is seeking a qualified Interventional cardiologist for a mature Cardiovascular service line. The opportunity is with the Heart Institute of East Texas, a large multispecialty cardiology group providing services at two hospitals local hospitals and two open heart programs. HIET has been instrumental in the development and Stewart ship of the 2 heart programs including 6 Cardiac catheterization labs, three dedicated CVOR suites, One Hybrid OR, da Vinci Robotic Surgical Systems.

Located in the heart of the Texas Forest Country, Health System provides health care to a 15-county region. The primary service areas are Angelina and Polk Counties, while Cherokee, Houston, San Augustine, and Trinity counties make up the secondary market. The is a large built-in referral base for patients. There is a large coverage area of more than 350,000 lives.

There are plenty of recreational activities, from fishing, hunting, water sports within easy reach. Enjoy the lush green countryside, pine tree-covered hills and lakes. Year-round outdoor activities include golfing, camping, hiking, boating at hand. With the large metropolitan city of Houston and International Airport of Houston, this opportunity provides a great place for perfect work life balance.

The Heart Institute of East Texas has been the leading practice in East Texas since 1982. It is well established and services a population encompassing 350,000 in patient lives. HIET Cardiologists served as ACC Champions to collaborate with CHI St. Luke's Health- Memorial Lufkin to become designated as a HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology for 2018 and 2019.They are the only hospital in the CHI system

to achieve this distinction and were one of the first 10 hospitals in the nation (2 nd in the state of Texas and 9th in the Nation).

The Heart Institute of East Texas, on behalf of CHI St. Luke's Health Memorial - Lufkin, received a TMF Physician Practice Quality Improvement Gold Award for improving patient outcomes in high-priority clinical areas while applying innovative strategies to advance quality health care. The team from The Heart Institute of East Texas are among 32 health care providers out of 36,000 in seven states and the territory of Puerto Rico to receive the Gold Level award for 2018 -2019 year. HIET offers a dyad leadership model with a physician leader and an administrative leader for each service line. The doctors and their administrative colleagues work

together to make it a better place.

Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group

As a component of St. Luke's Health, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group builds upon more than 50 years of medical excellence and advancement. Through our network of multi-specialty physicians, and clinicians, we provide compassionate, high quality care and access for patients across 5,000 square miles of Southeast Texas.

Our physicians, and clinicians are dedicated to building long-lasting relationships with their patients and families through a patient-centered approach using the latest technology for diagnosis and treatment. Baylor St. Luke's Medical Group physicians, and clinicians have a wealth of experience and a reputation for practicing high-quality medicine that considers the whole person - body, mind, and spirit.

About St. Luke's Health

St. Luke's Health serves Greater Houston, East Texas , and Lake Jackson areas using the latest technological advancements and the highest standard of care. Internationally recognized as a leader in healthcare, St . click apply for full job details