Lead the Future of Cardiology Care as Medical Director

BJC Medical Group

Belleville, IL

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Cardiology, Cardiovascular, Catheterization Laboratory, Clinical Information Systems, Compensation and Benefits, Drug Development, Healthcare, Healthcare Quality, Hospital, Hospital Administration, Leadership, Legal, Medical Assistance, Medical Records, Medicine, Patient Care, Patient Education, Physician Credential, Professional Services, Quality of Care, Safety/Work Safety, Software Administration, Staff Requirements, Strategic Planning, System Integration (SI), Team Player, Training/Teaching

LOCATION

Belleville, IL

POSTED

2 days ago

Job Description Additional Information About the Role

BJC Medical Group Cardiology is seeking an experienced Cardiologist Medical Director to lead and help shape a growing cardiology program at Memorial Hospital Belleville, located in the St. Louis metro area. This leadership opportunity is open to both Interventional and Non-Invasive Cardiologists who are passionate about program development, clinical excellence, and collaborative leadership. Why This Opportunity Stands Out Open to Interventional and General Cardiologists Opportunity to lead and grow an expanding cardiology program Dedicated Medical Director time (4 hours/week) + stipend Blend of leadership, procedural (if applicable), and clinical practice Strong APP and hospitalist support model Growing structural heart program Backed by a well-established, physician-led health system (BJC Medical Group) Position Highlights Provide clinical leadership and strategic direction for cardiology services Partner with hospital administration, physicians, and care teams to enhance quality and performance Lead initiatives to improve patient outcomes and expand access to cardiology services Practice Setting Join an established, collaborative team: 8 Cardiologists and 3 APPs

Dedicated Medical Assistant for each physician

APPs assist with clinic and inpatient rounding

Cardiology hospitalist to manages inpatient care

Clinical Responsibilities & Schedule Flexible structure based on subspecialty: For Interventional Cardiologists: 2-3 days in Cath Lab

1-2 days in Clinic

Dedicated cath lab time with strong procedural volume

For General (Non-Invasive) Cardiologists: Primarily clinic-based with inpatient consultative support as needed

Opportunity to focus on diagnostics, imaging, and longitudinal care

Shared Benefits: Clinic located on hospital campus near cath lab

Strong collaboration with cardiac and vascular teams

Efficient workflow supported by APPs and hospitalist structure

Compensation & Benefits Competitive two-year guaranteed salary

$50,000 sign-on bonus

Medical Director stipend (4 hours/week)

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Retirement options: 401(k), Roth, and/or 457(b)

CME allowance + paid time off

Program Growth Opportunity Play a key role in expanding cardiology services and market presence

Help develop and enhance a growing structural heart program

Influence clinical quality, operations, and long-term strategy

Ideal role for physicians seeking leadership without full administrative burden

Ideal Candidate Board Certified Cardiologist (Interventional or General)

Interest or experience in medical leadership or program development

Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered cardiovascular care

Strong collaborator with a team-oriented mindset

Location - Belleville, IL (St. Louis Metro Area) Thriving suburb just minutes from St. Louis, MO

Low cost of living + high quality of life

Access to excellent schools and family-friendly neighborhoods

Convenient travel: Lambert St. Louis International Airport

MidAmerica St. Louis Airport (5 minutes away)

For more details or to schedule a conversation: Angela.Lueders@bjc.org Schedule time directly HERE Overview

BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with the top-ranked hospitals in the area. Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to the world's best medicine through caring people and integrated systems. The providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction and quality health care. BJC Medical Group physicians are trained and certified in over 25 medical specialties and serve patients in more than 125 locations in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas. 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

Licensed Physician

Preferred Requirements Experience 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

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BJC Medical Group

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