Cardiologist - Advanced Heart Failure, Transplant

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Overview:

Sentara Careplex and Sentara Norfolk General Hospitals are seeking an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist to join our collaborative, patient-focused cardiovascular program serving patients across coastal Virginia. This role offers a balanced mix of inpatient and outpatient cardiology with strong team support and a sustainable call schedule.

Sentara is an accredited IAC program, demonstrating our commitment to maintaining the highest standards in cardiac imaging quality and patient care. Our hospitals have earned Platinum and Silver Awards from the NCDR Chest Pain–MI Registry, highlighting our dedication to top-tier, guideline-driven care for patients with chest pain and heart attacks.

Position Highlights:

• Weekly Schedule:
  • 1–2 days at Sentara Careplex Hospital (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
  • 3–4 days at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital (7:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

• Clinic Volume:
  • Average of 20 patients per day
• Call Schedule:
  • 1:6 call rotation, 5p – 8a
  • Heart Failure and Shock Coverage
• 96% one-year heart transplant survival rate — highest in Virginia
• 30 heart transplants performed annually
• Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) 3-Star Rating — the highest quality designation in cardiothoracic surgery.
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Benefit Highlights:

• Nationally competitive compensation package
• Sign on and Commencement bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and more
• 403b/401a Retirement Packages with Matching Contribution
• Malpractice and Tail coverage
• Paid Licensure Renewals
• $7500 Annual CME Allowance
• Physician time off
• Fully Integrated EHR (Epic)
• 501c3, non-profit (PSLF Eligible)

Requirements:

• BC/BE in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology

Why Virginia?

Newport News and Norfolk offer the best of coastal Virginia living with waterfront views, mild year-round weather, and easy access to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic beaches. The region blends vibrant urban amenities with a relaxed coastal lifestyle, including a thriving food scene, arts, and outdoor recreation. With affordable cost of living compared to major metros and convenient travel

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Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs providers in the following states:

North Carolina, Nevada, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin.