Non-Invasive Cardiologist

Sentara Albemarle Medical Center (SAMC) is seeking a Non-Invasive Cardiologist to join our collaborative, patient-focused cardiovascular program serving northeastern North Carolina. This role offers a balanced mix of inpatient and outpatient cardiology with strong team support and a sustainable call schedule.

Sentara is an accredited IAC program, demonstrating our commitment to maintaining the highest standards in cardiac imaging quality and patient care. Our hospitals have earned Platinum and Silver Awards from the NCDR Chest Pain MI Registry, highlighting our dedication to top-tier, guideline-driven care for patients with chest pain and heart attacks.

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Position Highlights:

• Required Procedures:
  • Diagnostic cardiac catheterizations
  • Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) imaging
• Weekly Schedule:
  • 3 4 days inpatient rounding (7:00 AM 5:00 PM) with APP support
  • 1 2 days outpatient clinic (8:00 AM 5:00 PM)
• Clinic Volume:
  • Average of 20 patients per day
• Call Schedule:
  • 1:4 call rotation
• Full-Time and PRN/Flex options available
• Leverage advanced AI tools like Cleerly and DASI to enhance cardiac diagnostics and decision-making, while DAX Copilot streamlines inpatient and outpatient charting helping clinicians work smarter, faster, and more accurately

Benefit Highlights:

• Nationally competitive compensation package
• Sign on, Commencement, and Retention bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability and more
• 403b/401a Retirement Packages with Matching Contribution
• Malpractice and Tail coverage
• Paid Licensure Renewals
• $7500 Annual CME Allowance
• Physician time off
• Fully Integrated EHR (Epic)
• 501c3, non-profit (PSLF Eligible)

Requirements:

• BC/BE in Cardiovascular Medicine
• Experience with Nuclear Stress Testing
• Experience with NIV and echocardiography

Why Sentara Albemarle?

• While SAMC has long been a staple of the community, in August 2025 it opened a completely new facility with updated equipment, a modern building, and state-of-the-art features.
• Integrated care model with experienced advanced practice providers
• Predictable scheduling and balanced workload
• Supportive hospital leadership and established referral base
• Located in Elizabeth City, offering coastal access, affordable living, and a strong sense of community
• Explore what Elizabeth City has to offer: https://youtu.be/v95jDAmR6q0.

This opportunity is ideal for cardiologists seeking a well-rounded practice, procedural variety, and a strong quality-of-life balance.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $366,537.60 - $405,121.60 annually. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Note: If an annual salary is posted, it is based on a full-time colleague working 2,080 hours annually. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Sentara Albemarle Medical Center, located in Elizabeth City, NC, serves northeastern North Carolina with a caring team of approximately 750 employees and 450 medical providers. We think of each other as family, with those bonds extending into our close-knit community and serving as the foundation for our patient care. As the only hospital providing care to the northeastern North Carolina community for more than 60 years, we celebrated moving into a newly constructed hospital campus in 2025. Our 90-bed facility features more than 25 specialties including emergency, maternity, orthopedics, medical, and surgical care in addition to our outpatient laboratory, imaging, and comprehensive breast services.