Cardiologist

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients with cardiac conditions such as coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, hypertension, heart failure, etc.
• Conduct physical exams, interpret diagnostic tests (ECG, ECHO, TMT, Holter, etc.).
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor patient progress and modify treatments as needed.
• Provide cardiac consultations to other departments (ICU, emergency, surgery, etc.).
• Respond promptly to cardiac emergencies (e.g., cardiac arrest, chest pain).
• Participate in daily ward rounds and review inpatient cardiac cases.
• Supervise and interpret non-invasive tests like echocardiograms, stress tests, and Holter monitoring.
• Assist or perform procedures such as:
• Cardiac catheterization (if applicable)
• Pacemaker evaluation
• Pericardiocentesis (in emergency settings)
• Work closely with intensivists, emergency physicians, surgeons, and other specialists.
• Refer patients for interventional procedures (e.g., angioplasty, bypass) when required.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure timely completion of discharge summaries.
• Ensure compliance with hospital protocols, safety, and medical ethics.
• Educate patients and families about heart conditions, lifestyle changes, medications, and follow-up care.
• Provide post-procedure and rehabilitation advice.
• Participate in morbidity and mortality (M&M) meetings, quality audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of clinical guidelines and protocols.

Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery) – Mandatory
• MD (General Medicine) – 3 years (Postgraduate degree)
• DM (Cardiology) or DNB (Cardiology) – 3 years (Super-specialization)

Must be registered with the Medical Council of India (MCI) or State Medical Council

Preferred Skills

• Excellent clinical and diagnostic skills
• Strong decision-making during emergencies
• Familiarity with advanced cardiac imaging and monitoring equipment
• Empathy, communication, and team collaboration
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR/HMS)

Experience

• 2 years above (Consultant/Senior Cardiologist)

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: ₹200,000.00 - ₹250,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person