Cardiac Electrophysiologist (MD/DO)

Position Summary

The Cardiac Electrophysiologist provides specialized cardiovascular care focused on the diagnosis and management of heart rhythm disorders. This role includes invasive and non-invasive electrophysiology services, procedural management, and longitudinal care of patients with arrhythmias, working collaboratively within multidisciplinary cardiology and cardiovascular care teams to deliver evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Evaluate and manage patients with cardiac arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia, ventricular arrhythmias, and conduction disorders
Perform electrophysiology procedures consistent with training and privileges, including diagnostic EP studies, catheter ablation, and device implantation and management (pacemakers, ICDs, CRT devices)
Provide pre-procedural assessment and post-procedural follow-up care
Interpret electrophysiology studies, device interrogations, and ambulatory rhythm monitoring
Provide inpatient electrophysiology consultation services and outpatient clinic care
Collaborate with general cardiology, interventional cardiology, cardiac surgery, heart failure, and primary care teams
Participate in on-call coverage for electrophysiology services as required
Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, procedural risks, and long-term management
Supervise and educate fellows, residents, advanced practice providers, or clinical staff as applicable
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

Qualifications

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency program
Completion of an accredited Cardiovascular Disease fellowship
Completion of an accredited Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology fellowship
Board-eligible or board-certified in Cardiovascular Disease
Board certification or eligibility in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
DEA registration or eligibility

Skills and Competencies

Expertise in electrophysiology procedures and arrhythmia management
Strong clinical judgment and procedural decision-making skills
Ability to manage complex cardiovascular patients
Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills
Commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and patient safety

Work Environment

Electrophysiology laboratories, cardiac catheterization labs, inpatient hospital units, and outpatient cardiology clinics
Call coverage including nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods during procedures
Manual dexterity and stamina for catheter-based interventions
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for procedural and clinical care

Cardiac Electrophysiologist (MD/DO) - South Dakota