Cardiology opening details

A private Cardiology practice in Biddeford, Maine, is ready to expand. We are looking for another talented physician to join their team. The selected candidate will join three established cardiologists and share a very manageable 1:4 call.

The current practice includes one non-invasive physician and two invasive, non-interventional physicians. We are looking for an additional invasive, non-interventional doctor with solid skills in cathing. Cardiologists with other skill sets may be considered. The incoming doctor will be presented with a competitive salary, plus a full benefits package including an incentive/bonus plan.

The cardiologists perform hospital-based procedures at the Southern Maine Medical Center right in Biddeford, and also at the prestigious Maine Medical Center, Maine's largest hospital, in nearby Portland. In-office procedures will include: Nuclear Studies, Echo's, Stress Echo's, MLET's, Holter Monitoring, and Pacemakers.

Doctors joining this practice typically start out on an employed basis with a competitive salary and benefits package that includes an incentive / bonus plan based on individual physician productivity. The employer is a private, multi-specialty group that will extend a partnership invitation within two years, maybe sooner, if all goes well. Doctors working on the personal productivity compensation plan as partners are doing VERY well financially, and still enjoying a convenient schedule and a wonderful, southern Maine lifestyle!

The Southern Maine Medical Center, a 150-bed, not-for-profit, full-service medical center with diagnostic & therapy centers in Saco and Kennebunk serving over 65,000 residents of southern Maine. SMMC is JCAHCO accredited, and is affiliated with the Maine Medical Center through the MaineHealth network. SMMC has nearly 200 active physicians on its medical staff.

Maine Medical Center, the largest hospital in Maine, is the premier referral hospital for Maine and northern New England. Located in Portland, the 606-bed facility is both a teaching hospital and an active research center, providing comprehensive services in all medical specialties.

Portland is an old seacoast town, and one of the few working waterfronts left in the United States. A modern city filled with galleries, one-of-kind boutiques and shops, and incredible restaurants, Portland is the banking capital of northern New England, and home to international firms and modern, high-rise office buildings. Portland's “Old Port” district is one of the most successful revitalized warehouse areas in the country. Seamlessly connected to the waterfront, the Old Port is a working industrial center and a chic shopping, dining, and entertainment district.

The twin communities of Biddeford and Saco are among the most scenic in New England. It is an area twice blessed by ten miles of riverfront and another ten miles of shoreline. The gentle, rolling terrain of Biddeford-Saco meets the Atlantic Ocean at the Biddeford side; Camp Ellis, Ferry Beach, Bay View and Kinney Shores on the Saco side. The cities share a historical heritage, too. At one time, the entire area was known as Saco Falls, then West and East Biddeford before the latter adopted the name of Saco in 1805.

Biddeford is conveniently located less than 30 minutes south of Portland. With 30 square miles of land area, the Biddeford area is as beautiful as it is richly diverse. The downtown area is typically urban in its density and has numerous historic commercial buildings and churches. Just a few miles to the east of the City Center lays a magnificent coastline including vast stretches of sandy beaches framed by rocky promontories. To the west are rolling hills, pastures, and several horse farms.

Saco is a charming area with a beautiful, historic downtown, ten miles each of riverfront and ocean shoreline. Rich in history and recreation, the region delights visitors with golf courses, amusement parks, lighthouses, hiking trails, fishing, and ready access to beautiful beaches.

The Biddeford-Saco area offers an assortment of elementary schools, middle schools Biddeford High School and in Saco, Thorton Academy a private high school. The school system addresses the needs of all students from Gifted-Talented to those with handicapping problems. The Saco and Biddeford two area Catholic schools import a high quality education within the context of Catholic values to students in grades K-8.

The highly acclaimed Biddeford Regional Center of Technology also offers a broad range of educational programs which provide occupational training at the secondary school level. Examples of programs offered include: drafting, machine trades, computer training, secretarial skills, and health services.

Not only can you find excellent school systems in this area, you will find three very fine colleges close by. Biddeford is home to the University of New England, a 2,500 student coeducational institution with both undergraduate and graduate programs, including the state's only medical school, the University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine. The Saco-Biddeford Center of the University of Maine is located in Saco, offering nearly 100 courses each semester for both degree candidates or for personal interest. Course work and schedules are oriented toward servicing non-traditional students who are pursuing higher education on a part-time basis.

Contact: Cal Weaver

Email: cweaver@themha.org