Academic Cardiologist: Advanced Cardiac Structural Echocardiography

Academic Cardiologist: Advanced Cardiac Structural Echocardiography

Loma Linda, CaliforniaPosted 1mo agoattending physician
$490,000 – $575,000Pay listed on source · unverified
CardiologyFull-time

Overview

Location
Loma Linda, California
Source-listed pay
$490,000 – $575,000

Not yet verified against the original posting

Practice
Academic medical center · Regional referral academic medical center

Role summary

Loma Linda University is seeking a Level III trained academic cardiologist specialized in advanced structural echocardiography to join its cardiovascular team. The position includes teaching, research, clinical program leadership opportunities, and an academic appointment, with competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

What the posting highlights

  • Patient population: Structural heart disease patients
  • Research or clinical-trial participation is noted
  • Teaching or an academic practice setting is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Source-listed pay$490k–$575k
Physician-reported total comp$565k–$765k · $650k median
$457kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$798k

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Compensation

Employer-listed pay
$490,000 – $575,000
Pay context
Source-listed pay · not yet verified
Evidence
nt loan forgiveness programs. Compensation & Benefits Expected Total Annual Compensation: $490,000 - $575,000 The compensation range listed is for starting base compensation only and is adjusted based
Observed
3 wk ago
Compensation model
Starting base compensation adjusted for experience and faculty rank; includes variable compensation subject to individual department plans

Benefits named in the posting

  • Generous retirement contribution
  • Comprehensive medical/dental coverage
  • Competitive vacation and sick days
  • CME days and funds
  • Relocation assistance
  • Paid malpractice insurance
  • Paid life insurance
  • Federal loan repayment (if eligible)
Next steps

Employer

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group

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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Academic medical center
Facility type
Regional referral academic medical center
Patient population
Structural heart disease patients
EHR
Not stated in posting
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Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
California
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
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Work-life
Academic medical center

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  • Is $490,000–$575,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
  • What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Admin burden
Involves participation in multidisciplinary team, teaching, research, and program development
Teaching
Yes
Research
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No
Visa sponsorship
no
J-1 waiver
No

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
Pay not verified
First seen
3 wk ago
Last verified
2 days ago
Extraction confidence
90%

Full description

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group, Department of Cardiology, is seeking a BE/BC Cardiologist Imager to join our team. Loma Linda University Medical Center, a nationally recognized academic medical center and regional referral center for advanced structural heart disease, is seeking a Level III trained cardiologist with expertise in Advanced Structural Echocardiography and Intraprocedural Guidance to join our established cardiovascular team. This position offers the opportunity to become an integral member of a rapidly expanding Structural Heart Program performing a broad spectrum of cutting-edge transcatheter therapies in a highly collaborative academic environment. The ideal candidate will work closely with structural interventional cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and imaging teams to provide comprehensive imaging support across all phases of structural heart care, from pre-procedural planning through intraprocedural guidance in the cath lab and OR, and post-procedural follow-up. About the Role The successful candidate will provide advanced structural echocardiographic imaging, including: Intraprocedural 2D/3D TEE guidance for TAVR including leaflet modification (BASILICA, UNICORN) Mitral TEER Transcatheter mitral valve replacement (Including M3) Tricuspid TEER Tricuspid Replacement (Evoque) Paravalvular leak closure Left atrial appendage occlusion Closure of ASD, VSD, PFO Mechanical Aspiration of Intracardiac Mass (AngioVac, AlphaVac) Other advanced structural heart procedures Additional responsibilities include Advanced echocardiography interpretation Participation in a multidisciplinary Structural Heart Team alongside Structural Interventional Cardiologists and Cardiothoracic Surgeons Teaching fellows, residents, and medical students Participation in clinical research, trials, and program development Opportunities for leadership within the Echocardiography Laboratory for qualified candidates Qualifications MD or DO degree (or equivalent) Board certified/eligible in Cardiovascular Disease Level III training in Echocardiography Dedicated Training/Expertise in Advanced Structural Cardiac Echocardiography and Intraprocedural Guidance Strong interest in academic medicine, education, innovation, and clinical excellence Additional experience in cardiac CT or multimodality imaging is welcome. Along with an academic appointment within the Loma Linda University School of Medicine, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes paid malpractice insurance and relocation assistance. In addition, candidates will have the opportunity and be encouraged to participate in cardiology research endeavors. For the qualified candidate, this is the opportunity to provide leadership and to shape the future of the Cardiodiagnostic Lab services in the Division of Cardiology. This position will provide for further development in this specialized area through clinical based growth and program development. About the area Loma Linda, recognized as the only Blue Zone in the nation, is a family-friendly community known for its strong sense of community and commitment to health and wellness. Loma Linda University is located in Southern California between Los Angeles and Palm Springs in an area known as the Inland Empire. Nestled at the foot of the San Bernardino mountains, we have convenient access to beaches, skiing, hiking, and a variety of other outdoor activities. This growing region has a low cost of living and excellent private and public school systems. Faculty members are eligible for federal student loan forgiveness programs. Compensation & Benefits Expected Total Annual Compensation: $490,000 - $575,000 The compensation range listed is for starting base compensation only and is adjusted based upon years of experience and/or faculty rank $397,000 - $459,000. This amount includes variable compensation and is subject to the individual department compensation plans. More information on compensation is discussed with the departments during the recruitment process. Our benefits include Generous Retirement Contribution Comprehensive Medical/Dental Coverage Competitive Vacation & Sick Days CME Days and Funds Relocation Assistance (if applicable) Paid Malpractice Insurance Paid Life Insurance Federal Loan Repayment (if Eligible) For more information on Loan Forgiveness, please click on the links below Public Service Loan Forgiveness We are a California Employer - Please note that a California residency is required upon start date. This opportunity is not eligible for a Conrad 30 waiver.