Cardiology - Heart Failure and Transplant Physician
At a glance
Cardiologist role posted by Wellstar Health System, a recruiter. Austell, GA · full-time · no salary stated · we estimate $500,000–$700,000 across the United States.
Wellstar Health System has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.
physicianroles summary, based on the recruiter's listing.
What you'll do
- Manage advanced heart failure and cardiomyopathy cases across inpatient and outpatient care
- Assess patients for advanced heart failure therapies and treat complex cardiovascular conditions
- Coordinate care with cardiologists, surgeons, electrophysiologists, APPs and other clinical team members
- Take part in program growth, quality work and clinical improvements aimed at better patient outcomes
- Support teaching and mentorship for team members and trainees when opportunities arise
What you bring
- An MD or DO from an accredited medical school
- Cardiovascular Disease board certification or eligibility, plus Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology certification or eligibility
- Expertise treating complex heart failure, including experience with advanced therapies and multidisciplinary care
- Eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in Georgia
Who this fits
This role suits a physician focused on advanced heart failure care who wants to contribute to program development and collaborate across a multidisciplinary team. You'll practice at Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center and Wellstar Cobb Medical Center in Georgia.
From the recruiter
Wellstar Cardiovascular Medicine is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Advanced Heart Failure Cardiologist to become an integral member of our growing cardiovascular service line serving the Cobb and Kennestone markets in metro Atlanta.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly collaborative team of advanced heart failure specialists, general cardiologists, interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary support staff dedicated to delivering exceptional cardiovascular care across one of the region's most comprehensive health systems.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the continued growth and development of our Advanced Heart Failure program, providing care to patients with complex heart failure syndromes, cardiomyopathies, and advanced cardiovascular disease while helping shape the future of cardiovascular care at Wellstar.
Why Wellstar Cardiovascular Medicine?Wellstar has established itself as a destination cardiovascular program in Georgia, offering physicians the opportunity to practice in a clinically sophisticated environment supported by advanced technologies, subspecialized cardiovascular services, dedicated APP support, nurse navigators, pharmacists, social workers, and a comprehensive care team. Advanced Heart Failure services are supported by a robust multidisciplinary infrastructure designed to deliver seamless inpatient and outpatient care.
Physicians enjoy the advantages of a large, integrated health system while maintaining the collegial culture and physician engagement often associated with smaller organizations.
Position Highlights- Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient management of patients with advanced heart failure and cardiomyopathy.
- Evaluate and manage patients requiring advanced heart failure therapies and complex cardiovascular care.
- Collaborate closely with an experienced multidisciplinary team including cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, electrophysiologists, advanced practice providers, pharmacists, nurses, social workers, and care coordinators.
- Participate in program development, quality initiatives, and clinical innovation efforts focused on improving patient outcomes.
- Contribute to the education and mentorship of team members and trainees as opportunities arise.
- Help advance regional cardiovascular services through evidence-based, patient-centered care.
The physician will practice across Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center and Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, serving one of the most dynamic and rapidly growing regions in Georgia.
Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center- One of Georgia's premier tertiary and quaternary care centers.
- Nationally recognized cardiovascular and surgical programs.
- Comprehensive cardiovascular services with advanced diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities.
- High-acuity patient population offering a rewarding and intellectually stimulating practice environment.
- Growing community-based hospital with strong cardiovascular support.
- Opportunity to expand access to advanced heart failure care across the West Georgia market.
- Collaborative care model focused on excellence, innovation, and outstanding patient experience.
Together, these locations offer physicians the opportunity to provide care across a diverse patient population while enjoying the benefits of living and working in the vibrant Atlanta metropolitan area.
Qualifications- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiovascular Disease.
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology.
- Demonstrated expertise in the management of complex heart failure patients.
- Experience with advanced heart failure therapies and multidisciplinary care models.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Georgia.
- Competitive compensation package with productivity incentives.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Relocation assistance.
- Generous CME allowance and professional development support.
- Access to leading-edge technologies and a highly collaborative cardiovascular team.
- Opportunity to help shape and grow a premier Advanced Heart Failure program within one of Georgia's largest and most respected health systems.
Wellstar Health System is one of Georgia's largest healthcare organizations, nationally recognized for clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care.
Our physicians benefit from strong administrative support, an integrated care model, and a culture that values collaboration, quality, and professional growth.
If you are passionate about advancing heart failure care and contributing to a leading cardiovascular program, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with Wellstar Cardiovascular Medicine.