As our Cardiology Group continues to grow and expand into new locations, we are seeking a Physician & APP Recruiter to lead the sourcing, screening, and contracting of top-tier cardiologists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners. This role is critical in building and maintaining a high-quality provider team to support our mission of delivering exceptional cardiac care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Physician & APP Recruitment – Source, screen, and negotiate contracts with cardiologists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners to staff expanding locations, including outpatient clinic cardiology programs.
• Contract Negotiation & Management – Negotiate and re-negotiate contracts with existing and new providers, ensuring competitive and mutually beneficial agreements.
• Market & Networking Strategy – Establish relationships within the geographic market to build brand recognition and recruit top talent. This includes attending networking events, conferences, and making strategic outreach efforts.
• Cold Outreach & Candidate Identification – Proactively reach out to potential candidates through cold calls, direct outreach, and digital networking to meet recruitment goals.
• Stakeholder Communication – Maintain open and effective communication with Regional Presidents, Hiring Managers, and Cardiology Leadership to ensure alignment on staffing needs and satisfaction.
• Market Analysis & Compensation Research – Conduct financial surveys to assess physician compensation trends and distribute insights to leadership to ensure competitive recruitment strategies.
• Academic & Fellowship Outreach – Engage with cardiology fellows and medical students through educational programs, on-site presentations, and networking efforts to cultivate a pipeline of future candidates.
• Physician & APP Retention – Serve as a liaison between providers and leadership, addressing concerns and ensuring high retention rates by fostering a supportive work environment.
• Staffing Strategy & Planning – Develop and update provider staffing plans to meet both immediate and future needs across our growing cardiology footprint.
• Credentialing & Compliance Support – Coordinate with internal departments (Credentialing, Legal, HR, and Finance) to facilitate a seamless onboarding experience for new hires.
• Interview Coordination – Arrange and participate in interviews, ensuring an efficient and positive candidate experience.

Qualifications:

• Experience in Physician and APP recruitment, ideally in a specialty setting such as cardiology or other hospital-based practices.
• Strong ability to build relationships, negotiate contracts, and assess candidate fit within a growing healthcare organization.
• Knowledge of compensation structures, industry trends, and compliance requirements for medical providers.
• Exceptional communication and networking skills to engage top cardiology talent.
• Ability to strategically plan for current and future recruitment needs in alignment with organizational growth.

If you are passionate about physician recruitment and want to be part of a growing cardiology group dedicated to excellence in patient care, we’d love to hear from you!

Contact Wendy Parker at Wendy.Parker@usheartandvascular.com or via cell at 919-210-8946.