Physician / Pediatrics / New Jersey / Locum tenens / Pediatric Cardiologist Job at Tandym Health

A recognized healthcare network in New Jersey is currently seeking a licensed Pediatric Cardiologist to join their growing team. In this role, thePediatric Cardiologist will be responsible for assessing and diagnosingcongenital and acquired heart conditions in pediatric patients.

About the Opportunity:

• Schedule: Monday to Friday
• Hours: 8am to 5:30pm
• Setting: Inpatient

Responsibilities:

The Pediatric Cardiologist will:

• Develop and implement treatment plans for children with heart conditions, considering the unique physiological and developmental aspects of pediatric patients
• Prescribe and manage medications to control symptoms and improve cardiac function in pediatric patients
• Perform or assist in interventional procedures, such as cardiac catheterization, to address certain cardiac abnormalities without the need for surgery
• Work closely with Pediatric Cardiac Surgeons to plan and coordinate surgical interventions, when necessary
• Educate patients and their families about the nature of the heart condition, treatment options, and the importance of follow-up care
• Monitor patients during follow-up visits to assess their progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and address any emerging issues
• Engage in research activities to advance the field of pediatric cardiology
• Provide education and training to medical students, residents, and fellows
• Provide emergency care and consultation for pediatric patients with acute cardiac issues
• Perform other duties, as needed

• Licensed to practice in the State of New Jersey
• Board Certified in Pediatric Cardiology
• Transthoracic Echocardiograms experience

• Fetal Echocardiograms experience