COMMUNITY: Cardiologist - Vita Diagnostics - Calgary

This position is a COMMUNITY position and is NOT part of Alberta Health Services.

Please note that Alberta Health Services, Covenant Health, Primary Care Alberta, and Recovery Alberta are under no obligation to provide privileging to any candidate within a facility. Eligibility for clinical opportunities with these organizations will be determined based on qualifications, credentials, and service needs at the time of recruitment, and cannot be assessed in advance or influenced by third-party sponsorship or referral. 
 

Job Description:

To diagnose and treat patients with heart and cardiovascular problems. This involves consulting with patients about their symptoms, performing tests, interpreting tests, and prescribing treatment for ongoing conditions. 

• Responsible for new patient consultations and longitudinal follow-up when appropriate
• Proficiency in the workup and diagnosis of multiple cardiovascular conditions
• Establishing comprehensive care plans for existing and newly diagnosed cardiovascular conditions
• Communicating care plans with primary care physicians and referring physicians 
• Interpret ECG's, Holter monitors, and echocardiograms as well as any ordered cardio-diagnostics
• Pursue ongoing and continuing education to stay on top of the latest research findings
• Work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and aid in education and support of team members
• Perform all job duties in a timely manner
• Provide exceptional patient and family centered care
• Supervise and interpret treadmill stress tests
• Administer CPR in emergency situations