Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Cardiology - Physician Opportunity

The Medical Director for Advanced Heart Failure at our organization in San Antonio will spearhead clinical and strategic efforts for a robust heart failure program, which encompasses advanced therapies and transplant initiatives. This position entails overseeing multidisciplinary teams, enhancing patient outcomes, and broadening regional referral networks. Candidates must possess board certification and a minimum of five years of experience in advanced heart failure, along with demonstrated leadership in program development and quality enhancement.

Position Title: Medical Director – Advanced Heart Failure

Location: Our Organization, San Antonio, TX
Employment Type: Full-time, Employed (W2)

We are in search of a distinguished Medical Director of Advanced Heart Failure to guide the advancement and excellence of our growing heart failure program. This role presents a unique chance to influence the future of advanced cardiovascular care in South Texas.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide clinical and strategic direction for a comprehensive advanced heart failure program.
2. Manage both outpatient and inpatient services, advanced therapies (such as LVAD and ECMO), and the establishment of future transplant capabilities.
3. Lead multidisciplinary teams aimed at improving patient outcomes and minimizing readmission rates.
4. Collaborate with system leaders to enhance regional referral networks and position our organization as a center of excellence.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO with Board Certification in Cardiovascular Disease and Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology.
• At least 5 years of experience in advanced heart failure, including LVAD or transplant care.
• Demonstrated leadership in program development, quality improvement, and team building.

Organization Highlights:

• 700+ bed facility featuring 6 state-of-the-art catheterization labs and a dedicated cardiovascular intensive care unit (CVICU).
• Expanding network with new community hospitals and outpatient cardiac centers set to open in 2026–2027.

We proudly offer the following benefits:

• Competitive total compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• Reimbursement for relocation expenses.
• Internal loan repayment program available beyond HPSA shortage areas.
• Annual allowance for professional business expenses and CME days.
• Deferred compensation retirement plan with 100% employer match.
• Additional retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
• Generous paid time off policy.
• Affordable medical insurance and benefits.
• Employer-covered occurrence malpractice insurance.
• Supportive mentoring programs and regular provider meetings to foster collaboration.
• Opportunities to teach medical students and residents clinically.
• Access to all the amenities of a large metropolitan area, including excellent public and private schools.
• No state income tax.

Join a healthcare system dedicated to innovation, teamwork, and outstanding patient-centered care. Help shape a program that will revolutionize heart failure management in our region. We encourage highly qualified and dedicated physicians to submit their CVs. Sponsorship for H1B Visas is available. Our organization is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Keywords:

advanced heart failure, medical director, cardiology, LVAD, ECMO, heart transplant, clinical leadership, cardiovascular disease, patient outcomes, healthcare management

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