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CVAUSA

Interventional Cardiologist

Miami, FL · On-site

$450 - $600/hr

Preventive cardiology, cardiovascular risk assessment, and longitudinal patient management * Echocardiography, stress testing, and non-invasive cardiovascular services * Collaboration with ...

MASC Medical

Cardiologist

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

$325K - $330K/yr

The Cardiologist will play a key role in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of cardiovascular disease while collaborating with primary care providers and allied healthcare ...

Community Medical Group

Cardiologist

Miami, FL · On-site

$323K - $364K/yr

Provide preventive cardiology services and cardiovascular risk assessments * Collaborate with primary care physicians and specialty providers to coordinate comprehensive patient care * Provide ...

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How much do preventive cardiologist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for preventive cardiologist in Florida is $267,144.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $264,500.00 and $298,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a preventive cardiologist?

A preventive cardiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in identifying, reducing, and managing risk factors that can lead to cardiovascular diseases, such as heart attacks and strokes. Their main focus is on prevention through lifestyle counseling, risk assessment, and early intervention with medications or other therapies. Preventive cardiologists work with patients to develop personalized plans that may include diet changes, exercise, weight management, and controlling conditions like high blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes. This proactive approach helps reduce the likelihood of heart disease and improves overall heart health.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a preventive cardiologist?

To thrive as a Preventive Cardiologist, you need a robust background in internal medicine and cardiology, typically requiring a medical degree, board certification, and specialized training in preventive cardiology. Familiarity with diagnostic tools like echocardiography, advanced lipid testing, and electronic medical records is essential, as are certifications such as FACC or CBC. Strong interpersonal skills, motivational interviewing, and the ability to educate patients are crucial for guiding lifestyle changes and fostering long-term adherence. These competencies are vital for effectively reducing cardiovascular risk, improving patient outcomes, and advancing public health.

What are some common challenges preventive cardiologists face when implementing lifestyle changes with patients?

Preventive cardiologists often encounter challenges motivating patients to adopt and maintain healthy lifestyle changes, such as improved diet, increased physical activity, and smoking cessation. Barriers may include patient resistance, socioeconomic factors, limited resources, and time constraints during appointments. Building strong patient-provider relationships, using motivational interviewing, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams—such as dietitians and behavioral therapists—can help overcome these challenges and improve patient outcomes.

What is the difference between Preventive Cardiologist vs Cardiologist?

AspectPreventive CardiologistCardiologist
CredentialsMedical degree, cardiology fellowship, board certification in cardiology, additional training in preventionMedical degree, cardiology fellowship, board certification in cardiology
Work EnvironmentClinics, hospitals, outpatient settings focusing on risk assessment and preventionHospitals, clinics, specialized cardiology practices diagnosing and treating heart conditions
FocusPreventing heart disease, risk factor management, lifestyle counselingDiagnosing and treating existing heart diseases and conditions

Preventive Cardiologists specialize in preventing heart disease through risk assessment and lifestyle modification, while Cardiologists focus on diagnosing and treating existing heart conditions. Both roles require similar credentials but differ in their primary focus and work environment.

What cities in Florida are hiring for Preventive Cardiologist jobs?

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Pediatric Cardiologist

Nemours Children's Health

Orlando, FL

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 21 days ago

Nemours Children's Health rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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68th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Nemours Children's Health in Jacksonville, FL, is seeking a General Pediatric Cardiologist to join our expanding team. Interest or expertise in preventive cardiology or exercise physiology is desirable but not a requisite. This position offers the opportunity to practice at one of the Southeast's premier children's hospitals, serving a diverse patient population and focusing on the prevention, early detection, and management of cardiovascular risk factors in children and adolescents.

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnose and treat congenital and acquired heart conditions in infants, children, and adolescents.
  • Provide comprehensive outpatient cardiology care.
  • Individuals with an interest in preventive cardiology will have the opportunity to grow a program with an emphasis on risk reduction, lifestyle modification, and preventive strategies for infants, children and adolescents. Manage conditions such as hyperlipidemia and family history of early cardiovascular disease.
  • Individuals with an interest in exercise physiology will have the opportunity to grow a program of exercise stress testing working with a nurse practitioner and exercise physiologist.
  • Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team, including nutritionists, exercise specialists, endocrinologists, and other pediatric subspecialists, to deliver coordinated, family-centered care.
  • Support the continued growth of the Nemours Cardiac Center at Wolfson Children's Hospital.
  • Participate in departmental meetings, care coordination, and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Opportunities exist for involvement in community outreach, patient education, and program development to advance preventive cardiology efforts.

Qualifications

  • Candidates with interest in exercise physiology or preventative cardiology are strongly encouraged to apply
  • MD, DO, or international equivalent (MBBS, MBChB, etc.) from an accredited medical school.
  • Completion of an ACGME-accredited fellowship in Pediatric Cardiology.
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Cardiology by the American Board of Pediatrics.
  • Demonstrated expertise or strong interest in Preventive Cardiology or Exercise Physiology (additional fellowship training not required).
  • Eligible for an unrestricted Florida medical license.
  • Commitment to patient-centered care, collaboration, and advancing children's cardiovascular health.

What We Offer

  • Join a mission-driven, nationally recognized children's health system committed to excellence in patient care.
  • Practice at Wolfson Children's Hospital, the leading referral center for congenital and acquired heart disease in North Florida and South Georgia.
  • Competitive base compensation in the top quartile of the market.
  • Annual incentive compensation that values clinical activity, patient outcomes, and quality improvement.
  • Comprehensive benefits package: health, life, dental, vision, retirement plans, licensure and CME allowance.
  • Relocation assistance, mortgage support, and sign-on bonus potential.
  • Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
  • No state income tax in Florida.
  • Opportunity for academic appointment at the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine.

Visa & Sponsorship

Nemours Children's Health in Jacksonville, Florida, proudly supports the recruitment of international physicians. We sponsor J-1 visa waivers and other employment-based visa pathways for qualified candidates who meet institutional standards, Florida medical licensing requirements, and board certification/board eligibility criteria.

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Nemours Children's Health is an internationally recognized pediatric health system serving more than 1.7 million patient encounters each year. We deliver care across six states through two freestanding children's hospitals - Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware and Nemours Children's Hospital, Florida - along with a network of more than 80 primary, urgent, and specialty care practices and more than 40 hospital partnerships.
Backed by the Nemours Foundation and Alfred I. duPont Trust, our $1.7B nonprofit system is dedicated to improving children's health through clinical care, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. Our Whole Child Health approach focuses equally on prevention and treatment, partnering with communities to help every child thrive.
Inclusion and belonging guide our strategy and growth. We are committed to culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and fostering an environment where every associate, patient, and family feels supported and valued.
Learn more at Nemours.org.

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As one of the nation's leading pediatric health care systems, Nemours is committed to providing all children with their best chance to grow up healthy. We offer integrated, family-centered care to more than 300,000 children each year in our pediatric hospitals, specialty clinics, primary care practices, and school-based health centers in Delaware, Florida, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Nemours strives to ensure a healthier tomorrow for all children - even those who may never enter our doors - through our world-changing research, education and advocacy efforts.

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