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CAREER INSIGHTS CARDIOLOGYTHE CAREER PLANNING GUIDE FOR CARDIOLOGY FELLOWS

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ARTICLESHow to Select the Right Practice Opportunity..............................2Hints for Graduating Fellows in Finding an Ideal First Job andProspering at It.......................................................................3

EMPLOYER PROFILESCarolinas Healthcare System....................................................4Cedar Valley Medical Specialists..............................................4Central Maine Medical Center..................................................5Chester County Cardiology Associates......................................5Delaware Cardiovascular Associates.........................................6Duke University Health System..................................................6Eagle Physicians & Associates, P.A............................................7Ferrell-Duncan Clinic................................................................8Genesis Healthcare System.......................................................8The Great Falls Clinic..............................................................9HCA Physician Recruitment...............................Inside Front Cover

The Jackson Clinic, P.A............................................................10Merck & Co...........................................................................11Medical Associates of Northwest Arkansas................................2MeritCare Health System.........................................................11The Merritt Fink Company, LLC.................................................11Olean Medical Group.............................................................12Parkridge Medical Center........................................................13Presbyterian Health and Vascular Group...................................13Prime Care Physicians.............................................................14Roanoke Chowan Hospital.......................................................14Rockwood Clinic.....................................................................1Scotland Health Care System...................................................15Stockton Cardiology Medical Group.........................................15Truesdale Cardiology Associates, Inc........................................16Valley Baptist Health System.....................................................3Wenatchee Valley Medical Center............................................16SEARCH FIRM DIRECTORY.................................Inside Back Cover

CAREER INSIGHTS CARDIOLOGYTHE CAREER PLANNING GUIDE FOR CARDIOLOGY FELLOWS

Introduction Selecting the right practice opportunity can be over-whelming whether you are just coming out of residency or mov-ing from an established practice. By following these steps, youcan make the process a little more manageable.

Pre-Visit Before you begin contacting other practices or head-hunters, it is important for you to decide what you want. Thatmay sound obvious, but many physicians have never taken thetime to decide where (geographically) they would most like tolive, which may be the most important question to start with.

After location, focus your attention on things such as group size.Are you interested in a small or large group? This will have impli-cations for your call schedule. How often would you be comfort-able being on call?

You will also want to think about whether you want a hospitalpractice or whether you would prefer to turn patients over to aHospitalist group.

How about nursing homes? Do you feel comfortable coveringnursing homes for other members of your practice? Or wouldyou rather not do this? Be honest!

Finally, consider your productivity. How busy would you like to be?How many patients per day do you feel comfortable seeing? “Busy”means different things to different people. Think through all of thesethings prior to interviewing with a group.

The Visit

Pay attention to and look for group chemistry as one of themost important factors in selecting a practice. Remember thatpicking a physician partner is not like a marriage, it is a mar-riage. Your physician partner or partners will help determine

your financial and professional future. You will also be spend-ing a large amount of your waking hours with your physicianpartners.

Pay attention to the general environment. What is the generalatmosphere of the practice? What is the group’s style and effi-ciency of handling patients? Does it appear to be well managed?

Learn about the structure of the group from a legal, financialand decision-making standpoint.

Ask questions about the group’s expectations of the newphysician. How busy does the group expect you to be, andhow quickly? How does the group plan to promote the newphysician to build the practice?

After all of the above questions are answered to your satisfaction,you can begin to investigate the compensation package includingsalary, bonus, benefits and other perks of the job. Ideally, groupswill be able to answer these questions, but don’t be surprised ifthey have a hard time getting specific with their answers. Manygroups have not added a new practitioner for a while and havenot thought through the details of their particular offering.

Additional Thoughts on the Interview The following tips will helpmake your visit more successful:

Pay attention to your appearance. Many groups get immedi-ately turned off by a great clinician simply because that clini-cian is dressed unprofessionally or too casually. Rememberthat you are being interviewed for a six-figure job, and yourpotential employer wants to make sure that you will upholdtheir reputation.

Be sure to be on time.

Rehearse your talking points so you can cover your philoso-phy of care, give some background on your clinical trainingand your work ethic.

As you wind up the visit, get clarity on the decision-makingprocess. Find out who will be making the decision and in whattime frame. Determine who your main point of contact willbe and let them know what your decision-making process is.

Settle on the general business terms before going to the time andexpense of hiring an attorney. Once the general business termshave been agreed to, you should expect a formal, legal contractthat you can review with your attorney. Don’t make the mistakeof trying to save on legal fees by doing this yourself. For a fewhundred dollars up front, with good legal advice, you can avoidmajor complications and headaches down the road.

Following these few simple steps should make your selectionprocess easier. If you would like to contact us with specific ques-tions, feel free to do so by either e-mail or telephone.

About the AuthorsPaul Hiltz, MHA (Masters in Healthcare Administration from XavierUniversity); VP Physician Services, Mercy Health Partners SouthwestOhio; 20 years experience in hospital and physician group practice admin-istration; Memberships: American College of Healthcare Executives;Medical Group Management Association Contact Info: [email protected], 513-981-6375

Debbie Mancini, CMSR; Regional Director of Physician Services MercyHealth Partners Southwest Ohio; 10 years experience in physician grouppractice operations and physician recruitment and retention;Memberships: The American Academy of Medical Management andAssociation of Staff PhysicianRecruiters Contact Info: [email protected], 513-981-6375

How to Select the Right Practice OpportunityBy Paul Hiltz, Vice President, Physician Services and Debbie Mancini, Regional Director, Physician Services Mercy Health Partners of Southwest Ohio. Reprinted with Permission of the Authors

1. LocationLimit yourself geographically. Be realistic. Don't consideropportunities in Kansas and Connecticut unless there is a uniquereason to do so, e.g. you are originally from Kansas and yourspouse is originally from Connecticut. Most candidates are pri-marily interested in a defined geographical area, such as a south-ern Wisconsin and Chicagoland. Many potential employers dis-miss candidates who are unfocused.

2. Type Of PracticeThink about what type of practice setting suits you- Are youentrepreneurial or not? Residents generally select between thefollowing: multi-specialty group, single specialty group, hospitalemployment, hospital-sponsored group practice, hospital-spon-sored solo practice, HMO, or some hybrid of these. It is difficultto imagine a physician seriously considering opportunities withboth a 250-physician multi-specialty group and a solo practice.Generally they attract different sorts of folks. Again, manypotential employers dismiss candidates who are unfocused.

3. IncomeBe realistic regarding the first year's salary or guarantee. Whilethere are regional differences in income, there aren't huge differ-ences within a region unless there is a 'catch' somewhere.Remember the old adage--if it looks too good to be true, it prob-ably is! Unusually high salaries frequently are accompanied withprofessional isolation, geographical isolation, poor call coverage,and difficult working conditions.

4. Short Term vs. Long Term IncomeAssume that you will stay in this practice opportunity fix 20years. Don't worry so much about the first years income--Insteadfocus on the fifth year's income, tenth year's income, and longterm stability- Young physicians who overly concentrate on shortterm income frequently change jobs after two years.Unfortunately, some physicians never learn this, and change jobsevery 2-3 years for their entire careers.

5. Working ConditionsAgain, be realistic-everyone wants a high income with lots oftime off and minimal call responsibilities. Find out what theworking conditions are before you interview-if they don't fit youlifestyle, look elsewhere. Nothing irritates a hiring physician oradministrator more than an applicant trying to bargain the work-ing conditions, e.g. time off, call, office space requirements.

6. Be HonestIf there are certain things that are non-negotiable for profession-al or personal reasons, tell the potential employer this upfront.An example might be an unwillingness of a Family Practitionerto practice Obstetrics. It is better to clear this up early ratherthan have it become a sore spot later.

7. Be FlexibleThings are never as good or bad as they seem. You will be muchhappier if you try to remain as flexible in medicine as possible. Inaddition, with the health care delivery system changing constant-ly, you must be able to go with the flow. Related to this, no posi-tion is perfect. They all have pluses or minuses.

8. ComputersBecome computer literate. Enough said.

9. Seek Out Other ProfessionalsEarly on in your professional career, you should seek out a com-petent attorney, accountant, and financial advisor. If you loseconfidence in any of them, replace him/her ASAP. If you don'tknow whom to contact, ask other physicians in the community. Iam reminded of an expression of my father, a music teacher, nowretired, said; "My attorney and I have an agreement. I don'tupdate my will and he doesn't give trombone lessons."

10. Balance Your LifeEveryone needs activities outside of medicine. Set aside time foryourself, especially physical exercise. You will have more energyto practice medicine if you strike a balance. By the same token,don't let your outside interest dictate your career. Remember,you're a physician first and an amateur hockey player, musician,etc...second. Like any other professional, you will undoubtedlyhave to make sacrifices to balance these competing interests.

About the AuthorChristopher Kashnig is the Manager of Physician Recruitment for theChristie Clinic in Champaign, IL. Christie Clinic is a physician-ownedmulti-specialty group of 85 physicians, 20 mid-level providers, and 600employees. It was founded by the Christie brothers in 1929 and now has amain clinic in downtown Champaign and five satellite offices throughout theChampaign area. Christopher Kashnig has 20 years of experience inphysician recruitment, including eight years with Christie Clinic. He has aBA from the University of Notre Dame and both an MS and MBA from theUniversity of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Hints for Graduating Fellows in Finding anIdeal First Job and Prospering at It...By Christopher Kashnig, Director of Physician Recruitment, Christie Clinic. Reprinted with Permission of the Author

EMPLOYER PROF I L E S

CAROLINASHEALTHCARE SYSTEMCharlotte, NC

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Carolinas Healthcare SystemAmy Cunanan, Physician Recruiter704-355-5023704-355-5033 FaxAmy [email protected]

Carolinas HealthCare System is a not-for-profit, self-supporting public organization. A multi-faceted, vertically integrated health care system, Carolinas HealthCare System offers a wide vari-

ety of health and human services to residents of both North and South Carolina.

CHS is the largest healthcare system in the Carolinas, and one of the largest publicly owned systemsin the nation. Carolinas HealthCare owns, leases and manages hospitals, nursing homes, physicianpractices, home health agencies, radiation therapy facilities, physical therapy facilities, managed carecompanies and other healthcare related operations, comprising over 4,900 licensed beds, and approx-imately 23,000 employees. This includes a physicians network of 640 primary care doctors and otherproviders.

The System also participates in a multi-faceted teaching program through its flagship facility,Carolinas Medical Center. This 843 bed teaching facility has one of the largest freestanding residen-cy programs in the country and is host to many nationally known physicians.

BE/BC INVASIVE/INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGIST - WESTERN NCBE/BC CARDIOLOGIST - SANGER CLINIC

CEDAR VALLEYMEDICAL SPECIALISTSWaterloo, IA

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Cedar Valley Medical SpecialistsKathy [email protected]

PROGRESSIVE PHYSICIAN OWNED MULTISPECIALTY GROUP

Is seeking a BE/BC Interventional, Invasive Cardiologist to join a group of BC Cardiologists inMidwest. Two-year guaranteed base salary leading to partnership. Outstanding compensation/ben-

efit package. The metropolitan area draws about 220,000 and offers an excellent school system, a StateUniversity, cultural and sporting opportunities.

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CHESTER COUNTYCARDIOLOGYASSOCIATESWest Chester, PA

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Chester County CardiologyAssociatesEsty Collett, Search Consultant410-745-5191 410-745-4244 [email protected]

NON-INVASIVE CARDIOLOGY - PENNSYLVANIA

Located 30 miles west of Philadelphia, Chester County Cardiology Associates (CCCA) is a well estab-lished and highly respected private practice of nine boarded certified cardiologists affiliated with TheChester County Hospital (TCCH), a 238-bed not-for-profit, acute care hospital which offers an arrayof inpatient and outpatient medical/surgical services. CCCA is a central and vital part of the deliveryof full service cardiovascular disease management to the county and they provide significant leader-ship to the hospital's cardiovascular program, which includes prevention and prompt diagnosis ofheart disease as well as angioplasty and stents, surgery and rehabilitation.

Members of CCCA include the hospital's Chief of Cardiology, Medical Director of CardiacCatherization, Medical Director of Electrophysiology Services, Medical Director of EchocardiographyServices, and Medical Director of Cardiac Rehabilitation. The invasive cardiologists of the group pro-vide diagnostic and interventional cardiology, diagnostic and interventional peripheral vascular servic-es, and interventional and therapeutic electrophysiology services. Located close to the hospital thisbusy practice performs all non-invasive testing modalities in the office. They are supported by 3 nursepractitioners, a large nursing and clerical staff, and practice management is over seen by an ExecutiveDirector and Director of Operations. Collegial, well trained, and strong clinically the group enjoysexcellent relations with both the medical community and the patients they serve.

To meet the needs of dynamic population growth and a rapidly expanding market, CCCA is lookingto add a BC/BE non-invasive cardiologist to their team. A successful candidate for this position will bewell trained, possess excellent technical skills and be devoted to quality and compassionate patient care.

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CENTRAL MAINEMEDICAL CENTERLewiston, ME

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Central Maine Medical CenterBabette Irwin300 Main StreetLewiston, ME 04240800-445-7431207-795-5696 [email protected]

MAINE:

Central Maine Heart & Vascular Institute is seeking BC/BE cardiologists: noninvasive and inter-ventional cardiologists to assist in the growth of our newly established heart and vascular pro-

gram. Additional skills and interests such as congestive heart failure, or nuclear medicine skills wouldbe welcomed but not required. Interested applicants should be committed to excellence in patient careand desire to work as part of a comprehensive, multidisciplinary team. This exceptional opportunityoffers a competitive salary and benefits package. Enjoy professional rewards along with the won-derful recreational opportunities and quality of life in Maine.

Not a J-1 opportunity.

CENTRAL MAINEMEDICAL CENTERLewiston, ME

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Central Maine Medical CenterBabette Irwin300 Main StreetLewiston, ME 04240800-445-7431207-795-5696 [email protected]

The Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute is seeking two full-time consultative, diagnosticCardiologists to be a part of their regional outreach cardiac care team. Candidates must be

BC/BE in Cardiology. Exceptional professional opportunity with competitive salary and benefitspackage. The excellent schedule (no call, no nights and no weekends) allows you time to enjoy thewonderful recreational opportunities and quality of life that Maine is known for! Start enjoying lifenow.


DELAWARECARDIOVASCULARASSOCIATESDelaware

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Delaware CardiovascularAssociates302-888-0656 [email protected]

BC/BE EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY

14-member young and dynamic cardiology group with multi-locations in DE needs anElectrophysiologist for Wilmington; an interventional cardiologist for Lewes; an invasive or

non-invasive for Milford. Competitive salary leading to full partnership. Full benefits.

Great location with excellent regional economy and schools, 2.5 hrs to NYC or DC; 1 hr to beaches.

DUKE UNIVERSITYHEALTH SYSTEM/SOUTHEASTERNREGIONAL MEDICALCENTER Lumberton, NC

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Donna EcclestoneDirector, Medical Staff Recruitment3100 Tower Blvd, Suite 600Durham, NC [email protected]

Duke University Health System and Southeastern Regional Medical Center seek two - threeCardiologists to be part of a state-of-the art Heart Center in Lumberton, NC. The facility,

Southeastern Heart Center, will open in early 2006 and will offer interventional cardiology andheart surgery as its core clinical services. Duke is responsible for the clinical program developmentand management of the Heart Center.

Interventional and invasive, non-interventional Cardiologists are invited to apply for this uniqueopportunity to become community-based Duke Division of Cardiology faculty and an extensionof Duke's nationally ranked Heart Center. Compensation packages include competitive two yearincome guarantees, generous benefit packages including tuition assistance for college age children,and clinical faculty appointments at Duke University School of Medicine.

Southeastern Heart Center will be located within Southeastern Regional Medical Center (SRMC),a progressive, full service, 314 bed facility which services a market area of 275,000 people. The hos-pital added a six-story, $34 million dollar patient tower with 134 private rooms in 2004. A seventhstory is now under construction that will add 37 additional private rooms. Imaging services includeMRI full-time availability, mobile PET, a cath lab with room for expansion, and full range ofechocardiography and nuclear imaging services. There are also expansion plans for a 64 slice CT.

Located one hour from beaches in North and South Carolina, Lumberton boasts UNC-Pembroke,Robeson Community College, popular state parks, and a strong school system with public and pri-vate school options and low student-teacher ratios. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy golfing, camp-ing, fishing, canoeing, hiking, and water sports on local lakes and beaches.



EAGLE PHYSICIANS& ASSOCIATES, P.A.Greensboro, NC

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Eagle Physicians & Associates, P.A.Janet Barr, HR Director336-274-6515336-554-0229 [email protected]

Eagle Cardiology is recruiting an interventional cardiologist to join our current group of 4cardiologists and 2 nurse practitioners in Greensboro, North Carolina. Eagle Physicians &

Associates, P.A. ensures a broad primary care referral base for our group, enabling us to focuson consultative and procedural cardiology in a first-class office and hospital setting. We haveenjoyed professional stability, steady growth and excellent profitability.

All 4 members of Eagle Cardiology are board-certified and are fellows in the American Collegeof Cardiology. The two interventional cardiologists each perform an average of 100 interven-tional procedures per year. The other two members of the department are invasive, non-inter-ventional cardiologists. In total, the 4 cardiologists perform approximately 700 cardiac caths peryear.

Inpatient consults and procedures are done primarily at the 650-bed Cone Hospital, locatedacross the street from the Eagle Cardiology office. Annually, approximately 750 open heart pro-cedures are done at Cone Hospital, 2,000 PCIs and 7,200 cardiac caths. Eagle Cardiologists alsodo consults at the 250-bed Wesley Long Hospital, approximately 5 minutes from the EagleCardiology office. Both hospitals have a combined medical staff and are operated by the MosesCone Health System. A state-of-the art Heart and Vascular Center is under construction inbetween the Eagle Cardiology office and Cone Hospital. Outpatient heart caths are also done atthe nearby Greensboro Heart Center.

Cardiology call is currently a "1 in 9" rotation, in which the 4 Eagle Cardiologists collaboratewith 5 other cardiologists in Greensboro. In addition, "first call" on weeknights goes to a cardi-ologist hired specifically for that purpose. The interventional call rotation is "1 in 6" and over-laid onto the general cardiology call rotation.

In-office diagnostic testing capabilities include nuclear cardiology, echo-cardiography, stresstesting, and pacemaker/arrhythmia monitoring. There is no responsibility for staffing "satelliteoffices" or performing consulting services in surrounding communities. Electronic medicalrecord options are being actively considered and should be implemented within 12 months.

The ideal candidate for this position will be a well qualified, hard-working, interventional car-diologist, either completing fellowship training or already in practice. Candidates with periph-eral vascular training, and who also have an interest in the diversity of a general cardiologypractice (without primary care responsibilities) are preferred. Expectations also include excellentcommunication skills, good teamwork with staff and colleagues, and a strong service orientationtoward patients and referring physicians.

Initial guaranteed compensation and benefits are competitive for a well balanced and livableinterventional cardiology practice, plus a productivity bonus opportunity is available during thenon-shareholder period of employment. Equal shareholdership is available after 1 fiscal year forexperienced physicians and after 2 fiscal years for new fellowship grads. The shareholder incomedistribution formula is almost entirely productivity based.

Eagle Physicians is located in Greensboro, a city of 250,000 in central North Carolina with aservice area population in excess of 1 million. Greensboro is approximately 2 hours from themountains and 3 hours from the Atlantic beaches via Interstates 40 & 85, and other major high-ways. There is a four-season climate (winter is very short and moderate!). The Piedmont TriadInternational airport in Greensboro has 7 different airlines and 83 flights daily to major cities inthe East, South and Midwest. Local arts, education and recreation opportunities are plentiful,including 4 colleges and universities, the prestigious Eastern Music Festival, a great park systemwith lakes, bike trails and gardens, a variety of public and private schools, numerous churches,organizations and clubs to engage nearly every possible interest, and a regional shopping andconvention center.

The professional profiles of the Eagle Cardiologists (Drs. Smith, Edmunds, Preston and Turner)are on the Eagle website at www.eaglemds.com.



FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Ferrell-Duncan ClinicCarol Murrow, M.A., PHRDirector of Physician Development800-869-0631 Telephone800-869-0682 [email protected]

CARDIOLOGY OPPORTUNITIESELECTROPHYSIOLOGIST INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGIST

At Ferrell-Duncan Clinic (FDC), you don't just build a thriving practice, you thrive personally. That'sbecause at FDC you-the physician-are in charge. We're physician-owned so you have significantlymore control over your practice. Today, FDC is 100+ physicians strong, with more than 20 specialtiesand subspecialties. So, new physicians begin practice with a strong, built-in referral base. All partnersearn the same compensation percentage, share equally in rotation and enjoy the same benefits. We arepartnered with CoxHealth, the region's largest locally operated health care system and recently nameda Top 100 Integrated Healthcare Network by Modern Healthcare Magazine.

As vital as a thriving medical practice is, we know that location is a key factor in choosing where topractice. That's why we count our location in Springfield, Missouri, chief among our benefits. As thethird largest city in the state (metro population 325,000), Springfield was recently ranked as 9th bestplace to live and work in America by the Employment Review magazine. Education is a community-wide priority and an economic development force in Springfield. Expansion Management magazinerates Springfield Public Schools as a "Blue Ribbon Educational System." The areas 16 colleges anduniversities enhance the academic atmosphere.

Ferrell-Duncan Clinic is a distinctive, thriving and unique practice in a community that boasts a supe-rior quality of life. So if working hard and living well matter to you…if having control over yourincome and your lifestyle are factors guiding your selection of a practice, CONSIDER JOININGOUR TEAM. Why not call, e-mail or fax your CV today and begin thriving sooner?

Springfield, MO

GENESIS HEALTHCARE SYSTEMZanesville, OH

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Genesis Healthcare SystemMeagan MiraclePhysician Recruiter740-454-4673740-455-4914 [email protected]

INVASIVE/NON-INVASIVE CARDIOLOGY AND INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY

Genesis HealthCare System is a 400 bed, two-hospital system located in Zanesville, Ohio.Zanesville is a town of about 26,000 people in a community of approximately 80,000, which

serves a market of approximately 300,000 people in six counties.

Genesis HealthCare System assists physicians in their consideration, decision, start-up and growth oftheir practices. The area supports approximately 190 active staff members with 8-12 new doctorsbringing their training and experiences here annually. There is a collaborative spirit among physiciansand Genesis with an active physician/hospital organization, Quality Care Partners.

Genesis is assisting a private practice cardiology group, made up of five general cardiologists, and twointerventional cardiologist, to recruit an invasive or non-invasive cardiologist to join their group andstaff a satellite office in Cambridge, Ohio. This physician would see patients in the Cambridge officeadmitting patients to both Genesis and Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center.

The interventional opportunity is in Zanesville with the same private practice cardiology group. In2004, with two interventional cardiologists, the group did 810 angioplasties and 1,982 cardiaccatheterizations. Our open-heart team did 221 surgeries.

Zanesville is located less then an hour from Columbus, OH on I70. Our growing community has muchto offer physicians and their families. We have several excellent school districts to choose from, a statepark, and great shopping including a brand new Khol's, T.J. Maxx and Home Depot. MuskingumCounty has top-notch hunting and fishing as well as award winning golf courses to offer.



THE GREAT FALLSCLINICGreat Falls, MT

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:The Great Falls ClinicKate Bogue, Physician [email protected]

THE CLINIC

Established in 1917, the Great Falls Clinic is the fourth-oldest provider-owned medical Clinic westof the Mississippi.

The Great Falls Clinic has over 160 physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners, support-ed by 600 staff, primary care through specialty services. The Clinic serves the 225,000 residents of cen-tral Montana. In addition to offering patients the full complement of standard medical care, theGreat Falls Clinic also operates a comprehensive cancer care center and provides on-site radiologicalservices such as CT scanning, MRI, general and cardiac nuclear imaging, ultrasound, a completelyconfigured clinical laboratory and much more. Supporting surgical services, the Clinic operates a fullystaffed and equipped Ambulatory Surgical Center adjacent to the main facility. The Clinic also main-tains a regional presence with satellite locations in Choteau, Fairfield and Helena including outreachservices to over 20 Montana communities.

THE OPPORTUNITYGreat Falls Clinic seeks a BC/BE interventional cardiologist to join its expanding cardiac center. Thecenter, located in the newly opened 108,000 sq. ft. specialty center, includes state of the art equipmentand support services. The ideal candidate will have experience in diagnostic catheterization, STENTS,rotablator and angioplasty. The center has a nuclear camera and the hospital has equipment for EP.Call would be a minimum 1:3. A Clinic employed, four-member hospitalist team is available to admitand support patient care during the week. There is one cardiac surgeon available for back up, doing150-200 hearts a year.

THE COMMUNITYGreat Falls is a family-friendly community with excellent schools, low crime, clean air, and a reason-able cost of living. In addition, you will have access to world-class outdoor recreational venues, sce-nic vistas and regional culture right outside your practice door. Most importantly, you will have timeto enjoy all these wonderful opportunities.

If interested in learning more about this wonderful opportunity, please forward your CV and coverletter to Kate Bogue, Physician Recruiter at [email protected] or visit our website atwww.gfclinic.com



THE JACKSONCLINIC P.A.Jackson, TN

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:The Jackson Clinic P.A.Carolyn O'Hara616 West Forest AvenueJackson, TN 38301731-422-0499 [email protected]

We are seeking a BC/BE INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGIST to join a busy, prominent,well-respected and stable multispecialty group of 120+ physicians. Currently, there are six

Cardiologists on staff.

We would also welcome an EP Fellowship trained physician to join our group.

In addition to regular procedures, such as stress tests, reprogramming pacemakers, echocardiograms,etc., in 2005, the Cardiology Department performed 3,000+ nuclear medicine procedures, 800+ stents,50+ angioplasty procedures, and 7,000+ catheterizations.

Our Mission is to provide quality patient care by integrating clinical practice, current technology, andresearch. Our Fundamental Precept is serving the patient. Our Core Principles are that patients andtheir families are treated with respect and compassion and that patients receive quality medical care.The Jackson Clinic is committed to provide outstanding care to West Tennesseans, to practice evi-dence-based medicine, to provide state-of-the-art medical technology, to research that improvespatient care and benefits society, and to integrity in fiscal and administrative management. OurHealth Care Team is committed to providing a cooperative "team approach" to patient care.

The group is physician-owned and managed.

Jackson is a community of approximately 61,500 and is a regional medical center for 15 counties andportions of three other states with a patient base of 500,000.

We offer a competitive first-year salary with excellent future earnings potential. Signing bonus.Productivitiy-based pay formula beginning the second year; malpractice insurance; stock ownership;health, life, and disability insurance; vacation, educational leave and monies; sabbatical leave; month-ly automobile allowance; profit sharing, 401k.

Family oriented, progressive, growing community offers best of small-town living with big-city ameni-ties. Low crime rate, low cost of living and housing, symphony, community theatre, AA baseball.Located approximately mid-way between Memphis and Nashville with easy access to major airports.

Enjoy a rewarding and successful medical practice without sacrificing your personal life!

Tennessee does not have a personal income tax!

Sorry, not a J1 or H1-B visa opportunity.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU!



MERCK & CO.Rahway, NJ

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Merck & Co.Lori KrantzSenior Staffing Consultant518 Township Line Rd, BLX-12Blue Bell, PA 19422484-344-2520484-344-4923 [email protected]

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR/DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL RESEARCH

If you are looking to advance the quality of human health -- and make some personal discoveries ofyour own -- look into a career with Merck Research Laboratories (MRL) within the

CARDIOLOGY THERAPEUTIC DEPARTMENT as an ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR/DIRECTOR OFCLINICAL RESEARCH in our Rahway, NJ facility.

We offer an excellent salary, a comprehensive benefits program and a professional work envrionment with a company known for scientific excellence. To apply please visitwww.merck.com/careers.

MERITCARE HEALTHSYSTEMFargo, ND

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Carla HansenExecutive Partner Cardiology800-437-4010701-234-6692 [email protected]

CARDIOLOGISTS

MeritCare Health System is seeking BC/BE cardiologists to join its expanding cardiology depart-ment. MeritCare's Heart Service has a long history of excellence in practice. A full cardiology

practice with full diagnostic and rehabilitation services and a patient referral area of over 1,000,000guarantees a diverse, high volume practice.

Practice in a state-of-the-art facility, one of only 68 hospitals nationwide using the daVinci SurgicalSystem. Participate in research studies, pilot projects and task forces. Current call schedule - 1:9 forcardiologists. A competitive compensation and benefits package is being offered

MeritCare is a fully integrated, 411-physician multi-specialty group practice, 583-bed tertiary-traumahospital with 26 regional primary care clinics in two states. EOE/AA. Drug-free workplace.

THE MERRITT FINKCOMPANY, LLCEureka, CA

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:The Merritt Fink Company, LLCMerritt Fink, Owner707-252-0460707-258-8558 [email protected]

INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGIST-CALIFORNIA NORTH COAST

Salary guaranteed, partnership track position with a very busy medical, nuclear and coronary inter-ventional cardiology practice in Eureka, CA, a family oriented community on Humboldt Bay,

located in one of the most scenic areas on the California coast. Join a successful well managed prac-tice with excellent income potential in virtually new offices. The regional medical center is a full serv-ice, tertiary hospital with cardiac services including surgery. The Eureka-Arcata area offers an excel-lent range of educational options from pre-school to university and a cost of living that major met-ropolitan residents envy. You are within 60 minutes of the San Francisco Bay Area via jet. Practice inCalifornia, a medically progressive state that has protected physicians by enacting malpractice awardlimits. Submit resumes in confidence to Merritt Fink at [email protected].



OLEAN MEDICALGROUPWestern NY

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Olean Medical GroupTricia [email protected]

NON-INVASIVE CARDIOLOGIST NEEDED

The Olean Medical Group, LLP, is seeking a BC/BE Non-Invasive Cardiologist to join a verybusy practice. Founded in 1948, Olean Medical Group, LLP, (OMG) is a multi-specialty groupwith twenty-seven physicians, seven nurse practitioners, and five physician assistants.

We are located in a modern, attractive, recently-expanded medical building with newly-imple-mented EMR technology, Laboratory, Echo, EKG, Lipid & Coumadin Clinics, X-ray & a newSiemens 6-slice CT, Defibrillator & Pacemaker Care, Routine & Nuclear Stress, 24 hour Holter& 30 Day Event Monitoring on site. Our offices also include departments for audiology, andphysical therapy. OMG has satellite offices in Franklinville, Ellicottville, and Cuba, in additionto the main office at 535 Main Street in Olean. Recently, the Olean Medical Group was proudto be given the prestigious designation as one of the Top Companies in Western New York, forthe sixth consecutive year.

Next door to our clinic is the Olean General Hospital, a regional referral center with 186 beds.It has recently undergone a 32 million dollar expansion to its facility and it offers a full rangeof services and medical technology, including CT and MRI. It will soon house an endoscopywing. SUNY Buffalo's Rural Health Campus is a facility in Olean where we serve as part- timefaculty for the Family Practice Residents. Our Group incorporated clinical research as part ofour organization in 2003.

OMG is governed by an Executive Board composed of five physician partners and the ChiefExecutive Officer. All partners have one vote. New physicians are eligible for partnership on thefirst day of January after one full year of service.

Our greater Olean community of over forty thousand has a diversified, growing economic baseof clean industries and businesses (our service area is 200,000 +). Our schools are excellent.Jamestown Community College and St. Bonaventure University are located here, and we enjoyDivision I Sports year-round at the University. We also have the benefit of the Regina A. QuickFine Arts Center at SBU, Friends of Good Music Concert Series, the St. Bonaventure Players,and the Olean Community Theater, just to name a few of the local cultural activities. We arejust one hour away from the Chautauqua Institute.

Within thirty-five minutes, are many recreational advantages, which include excellent downhillskiing, Allegany State Park ( the largest in NYS ) with cross country skiing, two lakes, all-sea-son camping; and a national forest with a large reservoir for boating. There are many golfcourses in the area and the Bartlett Country Club is the closest, which also has tennis, swim-ming, and fine dining.

Buffalo, New York, is north - one hour and twenty minutes by car. Toronto, Ontario, andCleveland, Ohio, are about three hours away. Both cities have much to offer. Throughout west-ern New York, in addition to pleasant living, are many cultural, recreational, and communityactivities, too numerous and varied to list here. Olean has many of the amenities of any largecity, with the exception of international air travel and large-mall shopping. But then, Buffalo isjust a short drive for both.


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PARKRIDGEMEDICAL CENTERChattanooga, TN

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Parkridge Medical CenterCarol Siemers888-543-1314 ext. 5866-825-6885 [email protected]

INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGIST

Excellent physician needed to join 24-physician M/S Group in scenic East Tennessee city ofChattanooga, TN. Group covers two hospitals within blocks of each other. Strong revenue and

overhead guarantee, paid relocation, partnership opportunity. Hospital has 2 Cardiac Cath Labs, 2EP labs, 3D cardiac mapping, da Vinci surgery robot and comprehensive interdisciplinary cardiacrehab service. Call coverage at least 1:4.

PRESBYTERIANHEART ANDVASCULAR GROUPAlbuquerque, NMFOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Presbyterian Heart GroupMuriel Metler201 Cedar SE Suite 7600,Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87106 [email protected]/heart/group.shtml

19-member cardiology and cardiovascular surgery group with New Mexico´s largest integratedhealthcare system seeks full-time non-invasive cardiologist.

The practice provides comprehensive clinical services, emphasizes delivery of demonstrable high qual-ity care and has a robust clinical research program including participation in NIH-sponsored trials.The ideal candidate is BE/BC in Cardiovascular Disease. CT/MR experience highly desirable. Priorpractice experience and Spanish language skills valued. Academic affiliation possible. Competitivesalary, full medical benefits, complete malpractice coverage and opportunity to participate in retire-ment and pension plans. Main campus is located in NM´s largest city with a mild four-season climateand easy access to numerous outdoor and cultural activities.

PRESBYTERIANHEART ANDVASCULAR GROUPAlbuquerque, NM

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Presbyterian Heart GroupMuriel Metler201 Cedar SE Suite 7600,Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87106 [email protected]/heart/group.shtml

A19-ember cardiology and cardiovascular surgery group within New Mexico's largest integrated healthcare system, is seeking a 3rd Electrophysiologist.

This practice provides the full spectrum of cardiac care, including echo, nuclear, vascular imaging,interventions (coronary and peripheral), cardiovascular surgery, a research department and a fullservice EP division (device implants, lead extractions, ablations and a nurse run device clinic). Ourpractice is conveniently located in an office building connected to the medical center. The ideal can-didate would be experienced in pacemaker/ICD/CRT implants, diagnostic EPS, nonfluoroscopicmapping techniques, all types of catheter ablations (including afib ablations) and be BC/BE in CCEP.This opportunity offers a competitive salary, two years to a generous productivity-based compensa-tion system, full medical benefits, complete malpractice coverage and an opportunity to participate inretirement and pension plans. Our main campus is located in New Mexico's largest city, with a mildfour-season climate and easy access to hiking, mountain biking, skiing and fishing locations.



PRIME CAREPHYSICIANSNortheastern New York

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Prime Care Physicians, P.L.L.C.John A. Lutz, CEO 4 Atrium Drive Albany, New York 12205 518-435-2704 518-458-2610 [email protected]

Prime Care Physicians is an integrated group practice of highly qualified and respected primarycare physicians, cardiologists, radiologists and hospitalists practicing throughout Northeastern

New York. Founded on sound financial and management principles, Prime Care is a growing, dynam-ic and evolving private practice.

Prime Care Physicians' mission is to provide "state of the art" medical care to our patients, while devel-oping a corporate medical community fostering professional growth, excellence and value for itsMembers.

Opportunities exist for qualified cardiologists, primary care physicians, hospitalists and radiologists.Prime Care Physicians is a distinguished medical practice focused on improving care by continuouslyevaluating outcomes & proactively participating in selected clinical research trials. Prime CarePhysicians is certified by the National Commission of Quality Assurance (NCQA).

Prime Care offers highly competitive wages and benefits. All physicians are encouraged to advance topartnership. The greater Albany area offers a premier living environment with numerous cultural andvaried residential communities. The area combines the best of city and country living with award-winning private & public schooling.

New York State leads the nation in coronary heart disease. With an aging population in several com-munities, the need for qualified providers continues to grow. As a major healthcare provider inNortheastern New York, Prime Care Physicians provides comprehensive cardiovascular diagnostic &treatment services to over one million residents.

ROANOKE CHOWANHOSPITALAhoskie, NCFOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Roanoke Chowan HospitalBeverly Walker, Physician Recruiter252-847-6607252-847-7091 [email protected]

Roanoke Chowan Hospital and The East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine, Divisionof Cardiology are seeking a non-invasive cardiologist to assume an established cardiology prac-

tice in Ahoskie, North Carolina. We offer an excellent financial package and a clinical appointmentto the Brody School of Medicine staff. Roanoke Chowan Hospital is part of University HealthSystems of Eastern Carolina and affiliated with Pitt County Memorial Hospital, one of the nation´stop 50 hospitals in heart services as published in U.S. News and World Report´s 2003 rankings of hos-pitals in the United States. It was also named one of the Solucient Top 100 hospitals in the countryfor the treatment of cardiovascular disease. The successful candidate will have access to the resourcesavailable in Greenville, NC at Pitt County Memorial Hospital while maintaining a thriving practice inAhoskie. University Health Systems of Eastern Carolina is committed to supporting cardiologygrowth within the region and will ensure success for the right cardiologist.

Roanoke-Chowan Hospital, a 124-bed JCAHO accredited facility, is located in Ahoskie, a thrivingcommunity in North Carolina's coastal plain. It is conveniently located near many water-relatedrecreational activities and is within easy driving distance of the Tidewater, Virginia area.

This opportunity qualifies for J-1 Waivers.



SCOTLANDHEALTH CARESYSTEMLaurinburg, NCFOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Melisa CiarroccaDirector of Physician Recruitmentand Marketing800-764-7497910-276-0470 [email protected]

INVASIVE, NONINTERVENTIONAL OR NONINVASIVE CARDIOLOGIST

Beautiful North Carolina - All America City!

Join busy practice in 1 of 10 All America cities in the nation! $350K starting salary, with chance tomake income in top 5% long term. Call schedule is 1:4.

Laurinburg is only 35 minutes from the golf resort of Pinehurst and 2 hours or less from the Carolinabeaches, Charlotte, Raleigh and Greensboro. The closest large city, Fayetteville, is a 45 minute drive.St. Andrews Presbyterian College is located in town and the University of NC at Pembroke, alongwith the Givens Performing Arts Center, is 20 minutes away.

STOCKTONCARDIOLOGYMEDICAL GROUPStockton, CA

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Stockton Cardiology MedicalGroupSharon Marshall415 E. Harding WayStockton, Ca 95204209-944-5750209-941-4362 [email protected]

NORTH CENTRAL VALLEY - CALIFORNIA90 Minutes from San Francisco, Napa Valley and the Sierra Mountains

Stockton Cardiology Medical Group is a well-respected and established 8-physician cardiologypractice searching for BC/BE interventional Cardiologist or non-invasive general cardiologist to

join our group. As our fellow physicians reach retirement it is vital that we maintain the stronginfrastructure that has been in place 50 + years. All of the physicians began their careers withStockton Cardiology Medical Group. We take pride in being an honest, all books open, and nohidden agenda group. The group is built on quality lifestyle, a pleasant and agreeable work environ-ment. Excellent and kind patient care is always the primary focus of the group.

Practice includes high volume in/out patient services, EPS - Advanced Coronary Interventions -Interventional Research. Professional staff in fully equipped clinic and testing center. IncludesNuclear - Echo, Stress and Dobutamine- Holter- Pacemaker Clinic-X-ray- Pathology - CoumadinClinic with full time cardiology nursing clinic. CT 64 slice scanner will be installed early 2006.

The practice offers a competitive compensation package, including base salary range, along with anincentive bonus plan and excellent benefits package. The position will require remote site rotation.There is an opportunity for early partnership. 1:7 call

Stockton is located in the northern part of California central valley area. We are 90 minutes fromthe beautiful Napa Valley wine country, Sierra Mountains, quiet foothills, and unsurpassed cultureof San Francisco.



TRUESDALECARDIOLOGYASSOCIATES INC.Fall River, MAFOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Truesdale CardiologyAssociates Inc.1030 President Ave.Fall River, MA508-676-3411508-674-7378 [email protected]

NON INVASIVE CARDIOLOGISTCOASTAL SOUTHERN MASSACHUSETTS

To join busy five physician practice TEE, Nuclear License helpful Open heart, Interventional, and EP program

Send CV to: Truesdale Cardiology Associates, Inc.1030 President Ave.Fall River, MA 02720508-676-3411 Phone508-674-7378 Faxemail: [email protected]

WENATCHEE VALLEYMEDICAL CENTERWenatchee, WA

FOR MORE INFO, CONTACT:Wenatchee Valley Medical CenterDavid Weber MD820 N. Chelan AveWenatchee, WA [email protected]

Join busy, well-established and close-knit group of five generalists, two interventionalists and twoexperienced PA's. Practice full-spectrum cardiology; we're the only cardiologists for 220k patients

in this large rural area. Part of Wenatchee Valley Medical Center, the prominent 170-physician ownedand led multi-specialty in Eastern Washington - this is the way multi-specialties are supposed to be -all ancillaries; financially strong; collegial medicine; tech tools including physician-driven CMR &digital dictation; hospitalists. Regional 200-bed hospital with one of best ICU's in the US is 5 min-utes from clinic. Excellent salary, benefits, retirement; stable malpractice environment.

Family-oriented community of 60,000 in the foothills of the Cascades where the Wenatchee andColumbia Rivers converge. Sunny, dry, 4-season climate for skiing, hiking, boating, fishing, golf andmore. Great schools, parks, local symphony, convention center, community college. Learn more atwww.wvmedical.com.

Send CV to: David Weber MD via email [email protected] N. Chelan, Wenatchee WA 98807-0489


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AMERICAN HEALTHCARE RECRUITING

Contact: John Frey, EX V.P.27132 - B Paseo Espada, Suite 1222San Jaun Capistrano, CA 92675949-218-5297 949-248-0986 [email protected]

Specialties: All specialties, premanent and Locum

We recruit Nationwide

American Healthcare Recruiting specializes in the recruitment andplacement (permanent and locum) of physicians for solo and grouppractices, hospitals, and clinics nationwide. A proud member of theNational Coalition of Healthcare Recruiters. The place physiciansgo where their CV is requested only after speaking with a Coalitionmember.

THE CURARE GROUP, INC.

Contact: Rebecca Cullison, Senior Managing Consultant4627 E. Morningside DriveBloomington, IN 47408800-880-2028812-331-0659 [email protected]

Specialties: Cardiology (Invasive, Non-Invasive, Interventional,Electrophysiology), Internal Medicine, Hospitalist, Orthpaedics,Rheumatology, Anesthesiology, Allergy/Immunology,Dermatology, Gastroenterology, Hematology/Oncology, InfectiousDisease, Nephrology, Ob/Gyn, Pediatrics, Surgery (all types),Emergency Medicine, Endocrinology, ENT, Family Practice,Pulmonology, Critical Care, Urology

Nationwide Recruitment of Physicians

With over 800 openings in Cardiology, our team of 6 CardiologyPlacement Specialists can get you where you want to go. Our firmhas a total of 22 consultants that all specialize in different fields.Custom, personal and confidential searches are our specialty. Visitwww.PhysicianRecruiting.com today. (CMD 462)

JACKSON & HARRIS

Contact: Philip Middleton, Director of Recruiting3650 Mansell Road, Suite 300Alpharetta, GA 30022866-211-9754678-352-4386 [email protected]

Specialties: All modalities of Cardiology


Jackson & Harris is a full-service, permanent physician search compa-ny that throughly profiles each opening prior to beginning any search.We are presently seeking Invasive, Non-Invasive and InterventionalCardiologists for attractive positions nationwide. To learn more, visitus at www.jacksonandharris.com or www.mdsearch.com; or contactPhilip Middleton toll free at 866-211-9754.

TIMELINE RECRUITING

Contact: Sam Hoffmann, Internet Marketing Executive2103 Burlington, Suite 900Columbia, MO 65202877-884-6354573-214-2091 [email protected]

Specialties: All Cardiology Sub-specialties


Timeline is a nationwide, physician recruiting firm with opportuni-ties in all Cardiology subspecialties. Our knowledgeable, experi-enced staff visits every opportunity, touring facilities and commu-nities, as well as meeting all decision makers in a prospective prac-tice. We facilitate every aspect of your search for the right opportu-nity. That’s the Timeline difference.

TOTAL PRACTICE MANAGEMENT

Contact: Robert Christoff, Physician Recruiter2599 Wilmington RoadNew Castle, PA 16105724-598-2020724-658-5078 [email protected]

Specialties: General Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology,Invasive Cardiology and Electrophysiology


Total Practice Management is a member of the NationalAssociation of Physician Recruiters. Total Practice Management isproud to be a Strategic Service Partner of QHR and its nearly 200hospital clients. We were chosen based on ourr track record, ethics,and ability to support a nationwide network of hospitals. Visit usat www.totalpracticemanagement.com.

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