Provide virtual cardiology care for patients in hospital and ED settings, using telephone or video to assess, diagnose, and help manage cardiovascular conditions. Work closely with bedside and on-site teams to review data, develop care plans, and support early intervention to prevent clinical deterioration. This role also includes quality initiatives, patient/family communication, and coordination with local physicians in a telehealth acute care model.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct proactive cardiology rounds for hospitalized and emergency department patients.
- Diagnose and treat cardiovascular disorders and disease presentations.
- Review laboratory, medication, imaging, vital sign, and other clinical data to guide care.
- Prescribe appropriate medications and treatment regimens based on patient condition.
- Coordinate with bedside clinicians, local physicians, and multidisciplinary care teams in real time.
- Participate in quality initiatives and help align care with clinical and operational goals.
- Use the EMR, patient records, and decision support tools to document and support care decisions.
- Communicate with patients and families to support care planning and follow-up.
Required
- Graduate of an accredited School of Medicine or ECFMG certification.
- Board certified or board eligible in Cardiology.
- Valid DEA certificate.
- ACLS certification.
- Hospital or emergency department experience.
- Ability to obtain multiple state medical licenses and local hospital privileges.
Preferred
- Board certification in Cardiology if not already certified at hire.
- Comfort working independently in a telemedicine environment.
- Prior experience with EMR documentation and navigation.
Benefits & Perks
- Flexible scheduling to support work/life balance.
- Remote telehealth work with care delivered from home.
- Opportunity to practice in an acute care telemedicine model.
- Collaborative support from on-site bedside teams and physician leadership.