Ballad CVA Heart Institute is seeking an Electrophysiology physician for Kingsport, Tennessee

Ballad Health and Cardiovascular Associates are seeking an Electrophysiologist to join their team of skilled physicians based in Kingsport, Tennessee.  Cardiovascular Associates (CVA) is the premier provider of cardiac care in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia and comprises over 50 cardiologists that provide the highest quality, evidence-based cardiovascular care throughout Ballad Health's system.  In Kingsport, the team at Holston Valley Medical Center consists of 8 general cardiologists, six interventional cardiologists, three electrophysiologists as well as 3 cardiac and 2 vascular surgeons. The Kingsport group is active in advanced electrophysiology procedures, peripheral vascular interventions, structural heart disease and advanced non-invasive imaging including CT, MRI, and Echo. 

Holston Valley Medical Center (HVMC), a facility within Ballad Health has been named one of the nation’s Top Cardiovascular Hospitals.  Holston Valley was recently named one of the nation’s top 50 cardiovascular hospitals by IBM Watson.  Holston Valley participates in the Level One Heart Attack network for regional STEMI care.  HVMC has 5 cardiac catheterization laboratories and 2 dedicated EP labs.

Highlights of the position

• Excellent referral base from CVA's team of over 50 cardiologists, CT/CV Surgeons and EP physicians.
• Employment with a nationally recognized, award-winning single specialty group with a proven record of quality outcomes.
• EPIC EMR throughout system
• Market competitive compensation and signing incentives.
• Excellent benefits including health/dental/vision insurance and retirement plan.

Ballad Health Medical Associates (BHMA) is a 750+ physician and advanced practitioner provider group.  BHMA employs multiple specialties including primary care, hematology/oncology, pulmonary/critical care, urology, orthopedics, and many more.  Led by a physician clinical counsel, BHMA is physician led, patient focused and professionally managed. 

The Appalachian Highlands consists of three mid-size cities (Bristol, TN/VA, Kingsport, TN, Johnson City, TN).  Sullivan County, TN and Washington County, TN combined is roughly 300,000 in population.  The area is within driving distance to one half of the US population. 

• No State Income Tax in Tennessee
• Easy access to a Regional Airport
• Low Cost of Living
• Excellent Public and Private school options
• Arts/Culture: Symphony of the Mountains
• Outdoor activities: Fort Patrick Henry Lake, Warriors Path State Park, Kingsport Greenbelt
• Family Activities: Bays Mountain Planetarium, Kingsport Carousel & Park, Riverview Splash Pad
• Local craft breweries and wineries
• Four distinct seasons

Partnering with and serving Kingsport, Tennessee, and its surrounding region for more than 80 years, Holston Valley Medical Center features the latest healthcare designs and innovations, including new intensive care units and operating suites, as well as expanded emergency and radiology departments. Holston Valley’s world-renowned cardiovascular program is a national leader in clinical research trials, has been named a Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospital five times by IBM Watson Health and was the first in Tennessee to offer transcatheter aortic valve replacement surgery for patients who are unable to undergo open-heart surgery. The Christine LaGuardia Phillips Cancer Center provides a full range of oncology diagnostic and treatment options, including a Trilogy linear accelerator, and Holston Valley is home to the latest in surgical robotics, including DaVinci Xi for minimally invasive surgery and MAKO for joint replacement surgery. The hospital also features an accredited breast center, orthopedics and joint replacement, bariatric surgery, an Advanced Primary Stroke Center, neurology and neurosurgery and hyperbaric medicine. Learn more about Holston Valley Medical Center at www.balladhealth.org/HVMC.