VHC Health

Non-Invasive Cardiologist

Non-Invasive Cardiologist

 

VHC Health – Alexandria and Arlington, 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

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:

• Received a ‘High Performing' designation in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 list of maternity hospitals across the United States. This survey was based on factors most important to parents when choosing the hospital to deliver their baby.

• Received a top ranking in the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals list for 2023-2024. The report ranked hospitals in 15 adult specialties as well as national and regional rankings. VHC Health is proud to be ranked second in Northern Virginia, 4th in the Washington, DC metro region, and 5th in the Commonwealth of Virginia, out of 121 hospitals ranked

• Received an “A” grade in the spring of 2024 in the Leapfrog Group’s ranking for hospitals. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade gives 3,000 “general acute-care hospitals” a grade based on certain measures surrounding patient safety.

• VHC Health ranked as one of the top hospitals in the region, according to the prestigious annual rankings released by U.S. News & World Report. VHC Health tied for fourth place alongside George Washington University Hospital and Johns Hopkins Medicine-Sibley Memorial Hospital.

• VHC Health’s Outpatient Pavilion Parking Garage has been awarded the prestigious International Parking and Mobility Institute (IPMI) 2024 Apex Award for Stand-Alone Facility Design.

• VHC Health ranks as Best-in-State for 2024 in Virginia by Newsweek. The first ranking of its kind, this survey ranked the leading hospitals in the United States based on four data sources. VHC Health ranked as #5 in Virginia and was in the top three in the Washington, DC, metro region.

• VHC Health received 5 stars (the highest) in the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service’s Quality rating. We were one of only 381 hospitals nationwide to achieve the prestigious five-star rating.

• The Commonwealth of Virginia renewed VHC Health’s 2021 accreditation as a Level II Trauma Center. This underscores the hospital’s commitment to excellence as a community provider of comprehensive medical services and to acutely injured patients.

• VHC Health’s cancer program received Accreditation with Commendation from the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer Accreditation. This recognition demonstrates VHC Health’s dedication to providing our community with the highest quality cancer care.

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.

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.

In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.

VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.

The compensation range set forth above is a good-faith estimate of the minimum and maximum hourly rate or annual salary for this position and assumes a 1.0 FTE status. Actual compensation for this position will be determined based on specialty, and the candidate’s education, training, skills, experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law.

VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.