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UCSF

General Cardiology Attending

San Francisco, CA

$114K - $344K/yr

General Cardiology Attending The University of California, San Francisco, Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, is seeking to hire a candidate with expertise in general cardiology to join a ...

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How much do attending cardiologist jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for attending cardiologist in the United States is $357,482.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $354,000.00 and $400,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges Attending Cardiologists face when balancing patient care with administrative duties?

Attending Cardiologists often juggle a demanding clinical schedule with significant administrative responsibilities, such as documentation, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and participating in hospital committees. Managing this balance can be challenging, especially when urgent patient needs arise during times set aside for paperwork or meetings. Effective time management, delegation, and strong communication with support staff are essential for maintaining high-quality patient care while meeting institutional expectations. Many cardiology departments provide resources and workflow optimizations to help Attending Cardiologists navigate these dual roles efficiently.

What is an Attending Cardiologist?

An Attending Cardiologist is a fully licensed physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases of the heart and blood vessels. They have completed medical school, residency, and fellowship training in cardiology, and are responsible for overseeing patient care in hospitals or clinics. Attending Cardiologists supervise medical teams, develop treatment plans, perform procedures such as cardiac catheterizations, and guide patients through recovery and long-term care. They also often teach medical students and residents, contribute to research, and stay updated on advancements in cardiovascular medicine.

What is the difference between Attending Cardiologist vs Cardiovascular Fellow?

AspectAttending CardiologistCardiovascular Fellow
CredentialsMedical degree, board-certified in cardiology, licensed physicianMedical degree, completing cardiology fellowship, board-eligible
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, private practices, overseeing patient careHospitals, academic centers, training under supervision
RoleProvides expert cardiology care, makes final diagnoses, manages treatmentSpecialized training, gaining experience, assisting in patient care

The main difference is that an Attending Cardiologist is a fully qualified, board-certified physician responsible for patient care, while a Cardiovascular Fellow is in training, gaining specialized experience under supervision. Fellows are in the process of becoming Attending Cardiologists, who hold the ultimate responsibility for patient management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Attending Cardiologist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Attending Cardiologist, you need board certification in cardiology, deep knowledge of cardiovascular diseases, and extensive clinical experience in diagnostics and patient management. Familiarity with echocardiography, cardiac catheterization, and electronic medical record systems is essential, as are certifications such as ACLS. Strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills help cardiologists coordinate care and guide multidisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure accurate diagnoses, effective treatments, and optimal patient outcomes in high-stakes medical environments.
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Infographic showing various Attending Cardiologist job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 28% Full Time, 53% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $357,482 per year, or $171.9 per hour.
Nurse Practitioner, Cardiology Hospitalist

Nurse Practitioner, Cardiology Hospitalist

Cape Cod Healthcare Inc.

Hyannis, MA • On-site

$152K - $168K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Cape Cod Healthcare rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 33 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

528th of 872 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Purpose of Position
The NP/PA will work with the Inpatient Cardiovascular Medicine Service within the Cardiovascular Division of the Department of Medicine. This NP/PA will assist the attending cardiologists in all areas of patient care in the Cardiovascular Medicine Service. Rotation and call schedules will be determined by patient need and may include both nighttime on-call responsibilities and weekend coverage.
Description
  • Cardiology Service responsibilities:
    • Will provide Cardiology services as required for patients at the Hospital, all without regard to source of payment. All such Services shall be performed consistent with all applicable legal requirements and in a professional and cooperative manner.
    • Assist in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of Cardiology and related services provided at the Hospital.
    • Responsible for obtaining and coordinating the following general items: history and physical, laboratory results, charting of clinical findings, admissions orders, nursing instructions and other required elements.
    • Works closely and cooperatively with the Hospital and the Cardiologists and other providers on the Hospital's Medical Staff in clinically integrating the Hospital's Cardiology service line across inpatient and outpatient settings as well as across all Hospital sites and otherwise within the Cape Cod Healthcare system.
    • Return calls to patients and Hospital personnel on a timely basis. Place timely calls to patients and Hospital personnel as needed for ancillary test results, to order follow-up tests, and/or to initiate treatment orders, etc.
o Provides Night-time and/or weekend coverage Hospital Rounds as determined by the Cardiology team and based on patient needs and demands.
o Required to be immediately available to nurses and other Hospital staff for questions and problems relating to patients during the course of their Hospital treatment (whether inpatient or outpatient) as well as on admission and discharge related matters.
    • Assist as a family liaison.

  • Medical Treatment Care:
    • Responsible for many aspects of care under the supervision of the attending physician, including but not limited to: fluid and electrolyte management, nutrition, pain management, transfusion therapy, anticoagulation management, education and post-discharge planning.
    • Following procedures, manage, monitor and manage arrhythmias, pacing, drug therapy, O - therapy, and other non-cardiac medications, under supervision of the attending physician.
    • Assists in the evaluation and management of clinical events such as fever, altered hemodynamics, CHF, pulmonary, complication, abrupt vessel closure, arrhythmias, access site complications and others.
    • Assists in transfers to and from the intensive care units.

  • Discharge Planning:
    • Performs patient education regarding discharge including preventive care and risk factor reduction. He/she will write discharge orders, prescriptions and dictate discharge summaries in collaboration with the attending physician.
    • Acts as a liaison between the attending Cardiologist and family members, and will schedule follow-up care as necessary, including VNA if needed.

  • Research and Education
    • Provided the opportunity to participate in aspects of research involving planning, performance, and analysis of data, and publication.
    • Must complete 100 hours of continuing medical education necessary during each 2-year period of employment to maintain his/her PE certification Status. He/she must pass a National PE re-certification exam every six years. The PE is to be ACLS provider and is to be re-certified every two years.
    • Attends internal and external education meetings and read appropriate professional journals in order to maintain and enhance skills and clinical competence.
    • Encouraged to advance his/her medical and tactical skills as appropriate to deliver optimum patient care.

  • Supervisory Responsibilities
    • Supervises medical students (MD and/or physician assistant) who do clinical rotations in the Cardiology Department as directed by the attending physician.
    • Teaches students, house staff, nurses, technicians and cardiology fellows as instructed by the attending physician, particularly with regard to the evaluation, treatment and longitudinal care of patients with cardiovascular disease.
  • Ability to work rotating days, nights and weekends
  • Perform other work-related duties as requested/directed

Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital's commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING (NP):
  • Master's Degree
  • Current BLS
  • Current ACLS
  • Massachusetts Nursing License
  • US Department of Justice and Massachusetts' Controlled Substance DEA Registrations are required for prescribing practitioners
  • Three to five years' cardiovascular service-line experience, preferred

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