Physician - Non-Invasive Cardiologist (Old Town)

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Non-Invasive Cardiologist

VHC Health – Old Town Alexandria, Virginia Full-Time

VHC Health is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Non-Invasive Cardiologist to join its expanding cardiovascular service line. This full-time role is based in Alexandria and Arlington, Virginia, with additional outpatient opportunities across Northern Virginia.

This is an excellent opportunity to practice comprehensive cardiology in a high-performing, physician-led community health system with strong regional demand, a well-established referral base, and continued program growth.

Why VHC Health

VHC Health is a nationally recognized, independent health system known for clinical excellence, innovation, physician engagement, and exceptional patient outcomes.

Highlights include:

· Ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the Washington, DC metropolitan region by U.S. News & World Report

· Multiple “A” Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group

· CMS 5-Star Overall Hospital Quality Rating

· Magnet® designation for nursing excellence

· Accredited with Commendation by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC)

· Independent health system with strong physician leadership and administrative support

· Modern ambulatory and inpatient oncology infrastructure with continued investment in cancer services

· Located in Arlington, Virginia — consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States with immediate access to Washington, DC

· At VHC Health, physician leaders have the opportunity to meaningfully influence strategy, operations, quality, and growth while practicing in a collaborative and highly respected clinical environment.

Position Overview

· Full-time non-invasive cardiology opportunity

· Multiple outpatient clinic sites across Arlington and Northern Virginia available

· Strong and growing cardiovascular service line

· Established referral network across the region

· Collaborative cardiology group (non-invasive, interventional, EP, CT surgery)

· Modern cardiovascular diagnostics and imaging support

· Shared call coverage within the cardiology division

Clinical Responsibilities

· Outpatient cardiology care across multiple clinic locations

· Inpatient cardiology consultative services

· Diagnosis and management of a broad range of cardiovascular conditions:

• Coronary artery disease
• Heart failure
• Arrhythmias
• Hypertension
• Valvular heart disease

· Interpretation of non-invasive testing:

• Echocardiography
• Nuclear stress testing
• Exercise and pharmacologic stress testing
• Holter and event monitoring

· Collaboration with primary care and specialty providers

· Participation in quality initiatives

· Contribution to practice growth and patient access improvement efforts

Qualifications

· MD or DO from an accredited institution

· Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiovascular Disease

· Eligible for Virginia medical licensure

· Strong clinical acumen in non-invasive cardiology

· Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care

· Team-oriented approach within a community-based practice model

Position Highlights

· VHC Health offers a distinctive opportunity in today’s healthcare environment: a high-performing, independent community health system with strong cardiovascular capabilities, located in the Washington, DC metro area.

· High-Quality Cardiovascular Care in a Leading Community System

· VHC Health is recognized regionally for delivering consistent cardiovascular excellence, supported by:

• Established non-invasive and invasive cardiology programs
• Integrated heart and vascular services
• Strong quality, safety, and outcomes performance
• Seamless inpatient and outpatient coordination

· Cardiology remains a core service line with ongoing investment and expansion driven by regional demand.

· Broad Clinical Scope with Real Autonomy

· Cardiologists benefit from:

• A diverse and high-acuity patient population
• Significant clinical autonomy and physician-led decision-making
• Full-spectrum outpatient and inpatient practice
• Opportunity to develop subspecialty interests within a community model
• Strong procedural and diagnostic volume for non-invasive cardiology
• This is a practice environment that supports independent clinical judgment and comprehensive cardiology care.

· Integrated, Collaborative Cardiology Group

· The cardiology team functions as a tight-knit, physician-led group, with:

• Strong collaboration across non-invasive, interventional, EP, and CT surgery
• Established referral relationships throughout Northern Virginia
• Efficient outpatient clinic network across multiple sites
• Strong advanced practice provider integration

· Modern Facilities & Continued Investment

· VHC Health continues to invest in cardiovascular care through:

• Multiple outpatient cardiology sites across Northern Virginia
• Advanced imaging and diagnostic capabilities
• Streamlined access to cardiac testing and follow-up care
• Ongoing expansion of heart and vascular services

Compensation & Benefits

· Competitive physician executive compensation package

· Leadership stipend plus productivity and quality incentives

· Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

· Generous paid time off and CME allowance

· Retirement plan options

· Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Job Description

Purpose & Scope: 

The physician is a member of the healthcare team who works in collaboration with other staff to provide comprehensive healthcare services to patients. The scope of practice of each physician is defined through the health system’s credentialing and privileging committee.

The Physician supports objectives, budget, and performance metrics at the individual level.Supports all medical activities at the individual level including implementation of quality control standards, risk management and compliance programs.The role of a physician is to provide quality clinical care to those individuals who have chosen VHC Health in a timely manner to meet the needs of our patients. 

Education: 

Doctorate from accredited medical school is required.

Experience:

One year of medical/surgical experience is required.

Certifications/Licensure:

Licensed to Practice Medicine by the Virginia Department of Health Professions is required.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

• Washington Commanders selected VHC Health as its women’s health partner because of the health system’s continued commitment to advancing women’s health, reducing the stigma of mental health, and creating greater access to care in the Washington, DC metro region.

• Received a top ranking in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals for the fourth year in a row. Ranking over 2,800 hospitals in 28 countries, this study asked 85,000 medical experts across the world to participate in an online survey covering topics such as recommendation of hospital, satisfaction of patient care, quality of care for specific treatments, among other factors.

• Recognized by the Women’s Choice Award for Best Hospital in eight categories: bariatric surgery, obstetrics, heart care, minimally invasive surgery, orthopedics, cancer care, comprehensive breast care, women’s services, mammogram and patient experience. This award is graded based on the best publicly available information, patient surveys and accreditation information, and the Women’s Choice Award delivers a simplified, objective ranking to each category.

• Named a 2023 Best Cancer Hospital by Newsweek. One of 175 hospitals and just three in the Washington, DC metro region to be included in the rankings.

• Named best hospital for billing ethics by Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group. This is the first-ever Leapfrog Best Hospitals ranking to help patients make educated decisions about which institutions are best for the money.

OUR COMMUNITY

• Living in Northern Virginia, one of the best places to live near D.C., you can have it all: a lucrative job at a forward-thinking company – plus access to the country’s greatest historical sites, a bustling café culture, active nightlife and concert going, a thriving wine region, seven professional sports teams, and a mild four-season climate with year-round kayaking, biking, and hiking. We offer some of the best public and private schools in the nation and access to 60 colleges and universities. In fact, we are the most educated region in the country. Here, there are no compromises. NOVA is one of the best places to live and work in the country.

• Arlington is home to the Pentagon, and the Arlington National Cemetery.

• Home to more than 100 U.S. and global corporate headquarters, including the 6th highest number of Fortune 500 companies.

• Northern Virginia is one of the fastest growing and most diverse communities in the United States

• Fairfax County has many of the highest ranking schools in the nation according to U.S. News and World Reports.

• Arlington County also offers outstanding schools - about 94 percent of all graduating high school seniors in Arlington go on to attend college.

• Two major airports with direct flights to 109 domestic and 60 international destinations.

• Northern Virginia has many recreational and community amenities including: over 89 miles of biking/jogging trails, 167 public parks, approximately 14 community centers, 7 live stage theaters, 8 libraries, and 652 restaurants.

• Minutes to the Kennedy Center, Smithsonian Museums, Tyson’s Corner, and Wolftrap National Park for the Performing Arts

• Whether you choose to live in Arlington County, Fairfax County, City of Alexandria or in any of the other great areas in the DC area, you will have little problem in finding a location that is right for you.

We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates interested in joining us in a highly collegial environment where the patient is at the center of what we do.

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