Description
We are seeking a full-time Interventional Cardiologist to join Laredo Physicians Group and Doctors Hospital of Laredo in Laredo, Texas. This hospital-employed opportunity is part of an established, high-volume cardiovascular program with shared call coverage and competitive compensation, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional interventional cardiac care within a collaborative team supported by Universal Health Services in a state-of-the-art facility.
Quick Facts
Employment Type: Full-time, hospital-employed physician position
Schedule / Hours: High-volume interventional cardiology practice with practice development support
Call: Shared call among a team of experienced cardiologists
Patient Volume: High demand area for cardiovascular services with a growing patient population
Location: Laredo, Texas (America's largest inland port city)
Practice Setting: 183-bed acute care facility with advanced cardiac catheterization lab and cutting-edge cardiovascular technology
Support / Care Team: Established cardiovascular program working alongside experienced cardiologists, APPs, and support staff
EMR / Technology: Cerner EMR with state-of-the-art cardiac imaging and interventional equipment
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive interventional cardiology services to a diverse border community patient population
Collaborate with cardiologists, APPs, and support staff to optimize patient outcomes
Manage day-to-day interventional procedures and patient care with a coordinated, high-quality approach
Document care using the Cerner EMR system
Participate in shared call rotation with the cardiology team
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: Competitive base salary plus wRVU bonus
Sign-on / Relocation: Physician signing bonus, relocation package, and student loan assistance available
Health, Dental, Vision & Retirement: Full insurance coverage, 401(k) with company matching, life and disability insurance
PTO, CME & Schedule Flexibility: Paid time off and CME allowance for ongoing education
Wellness & Work-Life Balance Support: Employee stock purchase plan, malpractice insurance coverage, marketing assistance
Qualifications
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Interventional Cardiology
Active Texas medical license or ability to obtain Texas licensure
Spanish language skills not required
Growth & Development
Access to extensive resources through Universal Health Services (UHS), one of the nation’s largest healthcare management organizations
Practice development support and marketing assistance for immediate start
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement in a robust cardiovascular program
State-of-the-art interventional cardiology suite and advanced cardiovascular technology for continual skill enhancement
About the Organization & Community
Laredo Physicians Group partners with Doctors Hospital of Laredo to deliver comprehensive cardiovascular and medical services throughout the region. Our collaborative model ensures coordinated, high-quality care across specialties, fostering an environment for physicians to focus on exemplary patient care.
Community Highlights:
Laredo offers affordable living with year-round warm weather (300+ sunny days) within a vibrant, family-friendly community. Benefit from no state income tax, tort reform protections, rich Mexican-American culture, top-rated schools, championship golf courses, and renowned border cuisine. Conveniently located 2.5 hours from San Antonio with an international airport offering direct flights to major cities. Enjoy outdoor activities such as Rio Grande fishing and Lake Casa Blanca State Park, contributing to a well-rounded work-life balance in this growing healthcare market.
Call to Action
Apply today or contact Samantha Barnett, In-house Physician Recruiter, for a confidential conversation.
Samantha.Barnett@uhsinc.com
956.821.8418
