Interventional Cardiologist - No After-hours STEMI Call - J1 Visa (Farmington, MO)

City/State: Farmington, Missouri

Categories: Physicians and Housestaff

Job Status: Full-Time

Req ID : 61189

Pay Range: - / year (Salary or hourly rate is based on job qualifications and relevant work experience)

Additional Information About The Role

BJC Medical Group Cardiology at Parkland Health Center (https://www.bjc.org/locations/parkland-health-center?utm_source=yext&utm_medium=local_listing&utm_campaign=yext_listing) is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Interventional Cardiologist to join our growing cardiology program in Farmington, Missouri. This opportunity is ideal for cardiologists seeking a sustainable, long-term practice -whether you are completing training on a J-1 visa or an experienced physician ready to step away from the demands of after-hours STEMI call - supporting physician well-being while maintaining strong clinical and procedural volume.

Please reach out to Angela.Lueders@bjc.org with any questions or CLICK HERE (https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/628db6156356429b8ac86a0bb06874b7@bjc.org/meetingtype/nn-0iPhje0OXLZm4pBJ1Vg2?anonymous&ismsaljsauthenabled&ep=mLinkFromTile) to access my calendar and select a time that works best for you, to discuss details.

Highlights:

• No after-hours STEMI call
• Predictable weekday schedule
• Practice in a physician-led, highly collaborative environment
• Strong administrative and hospital leadership support
• Focus on high-quality patient care without constant call disruptions
  
  

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive two-year guarantee , transitioning to a wRVU-based model with strong earning potential
• $50,000 signing bonus
• Fellowship stipend available to those who qualify
• Experienced APPs and dedicated support staff to maximize efficiency
• Recently renovated cath lab with plans for expansion
• New freestanding outpatient cardiology clinic located on the hospital campus
  
  

Visa Sponsorship:

• J-1 visa sponsorship available through the DRA (100% success rate in the past)
• Immigration support to ensure a smooth transition
• Ideal for physicians seeking long-term stability and a clear pathway to a permanent practice
  
  

Ideal Candidate:

• Interventional cardiologists experiencing burnout from frequent STEMI call
• Physicians seeking a more balanced, sustainable practice model
• J-1 candidates looking for a supportive, organized program with reliable visa sponsorship
• Cardiologists who value predictability, collegiality, and leadership transparency
  
  

Located just one hour south of St. Louis, Farmington offers a welcoming community with:

• Affordable housing and excellent schools
• Safe, family-friendly neighborhoods
• Access to nine of Missouri's most scenic state parks
• Outdoor recreation at the edge of the Ozark Mountains
• Easy access to St. Louis dining, sports, and cultural amenities
• Explore Farmington, Missouri - Discover Farmington (https://discoverfarmingtonmo.com/)
  
  

Overview

BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician-led organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with top-ranked hospitals in the Midwest region.

Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to extraordinary care in over 145 locations and over 25 specialties in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas. Our providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction, quality health care, and improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

The physician will provide professional medical services within the practicing Specialty to the best of physician's ability through direct patient care and spend additional time as necessary to perform other related duties such as completing medical records, providing MyChart consultations and inbasket management, conducting patient-specific education and collaborating with advanced practice providers and care team members.

Responsibilities

• Manages the medical care of patient panel by providing or otherwise arranging for inpatient hospital care of physician's patients, either through regular hospital rounds, making arrangements with one or more hospitalist(s) or other qualified physician to provide coverage for physician's hospitalized patients consistent with Medical Staff requirements.
• Collaborates with patients, families, and members of the care team to ensure excellent patient care outcomes at the clinic location(s) designated by BJC and any other BJC clinical outreach location to which physician may be assigned as patient care demands.
• Performs and documents medical histories and physicals in the patient's medical record as required by hospital medical staff bylaws.
• Provides or arranges for call coverage for clinic patients and inpatient call coverage in a manner acceptable to BJC and in accordance with Medical Staff bylaws, while observing and following all BJC policies and procedures and all applicable legal, ethical and professional standards.
• Collaborates and teaches advanced practice providers, support staff or any care team member assigned in the care of physician's patient panel.
• BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Doctorate
• Medicine
  
  

Experience

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience
  
  

Licenses & Certifications

• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Practicing Specialty
• Licensed Physician
  
  

Experience

Preferred Requirements

• 2-5 years
  
  

Benefits And Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance
  
  

To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary (https://www.bjctotalrewards.org/Benefits)

• Not all benefits apply to all jobs
  
  

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer