Physician - Interventional Cardiology

Summary This position is located at the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA), Veterans Health Administration (VHA), Mid-Atlantic Health Care Network (VISN 6), Central Virginia VA Health Care System (CVHCS) in Richmond, Virginia. The incumbent Physician is expected to provide comprehensive and effective patient care in the form of invasive, non-invasive, consultative, inpatient, and outpatient Cardiology and is accountable to the Chief, Medical Service. Responsibilities Operates or directs the operation of diagnostic or interventional procedures which may include but are not limited to Basic Life Support/Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (BLS/ACLS), moderate sedation, fluoroscopy, central venous line insertion and management, intra-arterial line insertion and management, cardiac catheterization, coronary arterial stenting and angioplasty, peripheral arterial stenting and angioplasty, cardioversion, use of thrombolytic agents, pericardiocentesis, arterial puncture, temporary trans-venous pacemaker placement, and intra-aortic balloon pump insertion and management. Provides off tour on call services for emergency cardiac catheterization procedures one out of every four weeks. Provides inpatient attending cardiologist patient care services in intensive care unit, intermediate care (stepdown), and acute medical ward service. Interprets electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG), Holter monitor, and stress test results. Collaborates clearly and effectively with mid-level providers, Physician colleagues, and other applicable parties. Relationships with management, co-workers, patients, and the general public are consistently courteous, respectful, and cooperative in nature. Participates in educational programs for and of the section. Participates in monitoring quality, safety, and appropriateness of patient care, both at the section and facility level. Participates in quality assurance programs and chart reviews. Participates in special projects that help fulfill and/or enhance the mission of the Department of Veterans Affairs. Attends team/section meetings, Medical Service staff meetings, and Chief of Staff (COS) meetings, as per bylaws. Demonstrates ethical conduct and serves as a positive role model to others at all levels of the organization. Utilizes the Veterans Health Information and Technology Architecture (VistA) and Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) for patient care documentation and the Clinical Procedure (CP) software for documentation of patient procedures. Completes medical records in accordance with applicable policies and procedures, ensuring productivity is maintained at the established level. Participates in Medical Staff Committee assignments. Participates in Continuing Medical Education (CME) activities. Possesses an understanding of and sensitivity to the special needs of all patients in respect to age, developmental requirements, and culturally related factors. Protects printed and electronic files containing sensitive data in accordance with the provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974 and other applicable laws, regulations, and policies. Utilizes word processing software to execute office automation functions such as storing and retrieving electronic documents and files; activating printers; inserting and deleting text; formatting letters, reports, and memoranda; and transmitting and receiving e-mail. Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief of Medicine or associate. Work Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the

Created: 2026-04-06