Senior Level Consultant Cardiologist Jobs
Senior level consultant cardiologist jobs place experienced clinicians at the center of cardiac program leadership, owning clinical outcomes, shaping departmental protocols, and guiding the teams that deliver specialized care. Openings are concentrated across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Animal Care & Pet Services, with 5% offering remote or hybrid arrangements, and employers like CommonSpirit Health, BluePearl Pet Hospital, and University of Rochester hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Optum NY, (formerly Optum Tri-State NY) is seeking a Cardiologist to join our team in Lake Succes, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
- Collegial multispecialty group practice with a large referral base
- Offices offer a broad array of cardiovascular services: exercise stress testing, non-invasive imaging, echocardiogram and vascular studies, nuclear stress testing, pacemakers, and defibrillators
- Robust in-house diagnostic testing facility
- Full complement of Advanced Practice Clinicians, Medical Assistants and Administrative teams to assist with patient care
Responsibilities:
- Patient care including Inpatient/Outpatient Hospital Rounds as well as Cardiology in office/clinic
- Noninvasive cardiac testing such as echocardiography including TEE, vascular studies interpretation, and cardiac stress testing
- ECG and ambulatory ECG interpretation and reporting
WHAT MAKES AN OPTUM ORGANIZATION DIFFERENT?
- Providers are supported to practice at the peak of their license
- We recognize that if you want to provide good care and do it well, you can't do it alone - this is the foundation of the team-based care model
- The culture is one of clinical innovation and transformation
- We are influencing change on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS HIGHLIGHTS
- Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 Company
- Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)
- Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME and malpractice coverage
- Robust clinician learning and development programs
Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 by bringing together Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical and ProHealth Care. The regional alignment combines resources and services across the care continuum - from preventative medicine to diagnostics to treatment and beyond across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY/NJ can provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. You will find our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higher quality outcomes and driving change through collaboration and innovation. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Fellowship training in cardiovascular disease
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Cardiovascular Disease
- Unrestricted licensure in the state of New York or has New York application in process
- Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to start
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Nuclear Medicine, Vascular and Echocardiography
THE OPTUM STORY:
At Optum, we've found that putting clinicians at the center of care is the best way to improve lives. Our physician-led organization is one of the most dynamic and progressive health care organizations in the world, serving almost 30 million people through more than 58,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice clinicians. You will find our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higher quality outcomes and driving change through collaboration and innovation.
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $393,000 - $735,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Senior Level Consultant Cardiologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level consultant cardiologist job?
Employers at this level expect candidates who can demonstrate ownership of complex cardiac cases, subspecialty depth in areas such as interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, or heart failure, and a record of contributing to clinical governance or quality improvement initiatives. Fellowship training in a recognized subspecialty, board certification, and experience mentoring junior physicians or leading multidisciplinary care teams significantly strengthen a candidacy at this stage.
Which companies hire senior level consultant cardiologists?
Companies hiring senior level consultant cardiologists right now include CommonSpirit Health, BluePearl Pet Hospital, and University of Rochester, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level typically comes from large health systems, academic medical centers, multispecialty physician groups, and private hospital networks expanding their cardiac programs.
Are there remote senior level consultant cardiologist jobs?
Yes, though most senior consultant cardiologist roles involve significant on-site clinical responsibility. About 5% of senior level consultant cardiologist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote arrangements most common in telehealth cardiology, utilization management, clinical advisory, and medical director roles that do not require hands-on patient procedures.
What makes a consultant cardiologist role senior level?
Senior level consultant cardiologist roles are defined by scope and ownership rather than task execution. Clinicians at this stage lead complex diagnostic and therapeutic decisions independently, hold responsibility for service-line outcomes or program development, and are expected to mentor fellows and junior consultants. Participation in clinical governance, research leadership, or strategic planning for a cardiac unit is common at this tier.
Which industries hire the most senior level consultant cardiologists?
Senior Level consultant cardiologist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Animal Care & Pet Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate high-volume cardiac programs, maintain dedicated interventional and imaging infrastructure, and require experienced consultants who can sustain quality standards and lead subspecialty service lines.