CARDIOVASCULAR HOSPITALIST – GENERAL INTERNAL MEDICINE

NIAGARA HEALTH

The Department of Medicine at Niagara Health (NH) is seeking a group of highly motivated physicians with certification in General Internal Medicine to join our Medical Staff in the novel role of Cardiovascular Hospitalist.

This position is ideal for an internist with an interest in cardiovascular medicine who is passionate about high-quality inpatient care, collaborative practice, and innovation in regional healthcare delivery.

The successful candidate will join a high-functioning and collegial cardiology program, working closely with an experienced team of cardiologists to support the inpatient cardiology consultation service during daytime hours.

THE ROLE

Primary responsibilities will include daytime cardiology consultation coverage, generally from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, in partnership with the on-service cardiologist and broader cardiology team.

The role will focus on the assessment and management of common inpatient cardiovascular presentations including:

• Heart failure

• Atrial fibrillation and other common arrhythmias

• Chest pain and troponin elevation

• Syncope

• Hypertension

• Perioperative cardiovascular assessment

• Volume management and diuresis

• Medical co-management of complex cardiac patients

Advanced imaging, procedural care, CCU management, and complex subspecialty decision-making remain fully supported by the cardiology division.

WHY JOIN NIAGARA HEALTH

Niagara Health offers a comprehensive and advanced cardiac program supported by:

• Cardiac catheterization laboratory

• Pacemaker program

• Full spectrum non-invasive diagnostics including transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography

• Routine and pharmacologic stress testing

• Stress echocardiography

• Nuclear myocardial perfusion imaging

• Holter and event monitoring

• Cardiac CT angiography

• Cardiac MRI

• Level 2 Coronary Care Unit

A STRONG TEAM CULTURE

The cardiology division is defined by its cohesive nature and strong camaraderie, fostering an environment of mutual respect, shared clinical excellence, and ongoing mentorship. The successful candidate will work in close collaboration with an engaged and supportive specialist team.

ABOUT NIAGARA HEALTH

Niagara Health is a regional healthcare provider serving more than 450,000 residents across the Niagara region. Our team includes over 7,300 employees, physicians, and volunteers committed to delivering Extraordinary Caring. Every Person. Every Time.

We are a community-based academic centre with strong and growing affiliations with McMaster University, Brock University, and other regional partners.

Niagara offers an outstanding quality of life with access to vineyards, waterfront communities, excellent schools, and close proximity to both Toronto and Hamilton.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Certification in General Internal Medicine through the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (or equivalent)

• Independent license with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO), or eligibility

• Eligible to work in Canada without restrictions

• Interest and comfort in acute cardiovascular medicine

• Prior hospitalist, critical care, perioperative medicine, or cardiology experience considered an asset

COMPENSATION

• Competitive compensation with stipend and share of diagnostic test reading

• Daytime-focused schedule model

• Opportunity to develop a unique and rewarding niche practice within a supported specialty environment