Due to the continuing need for expansion of patient services and practice growth, Cardiovascular Associates, in partnership with Wellmont Health System is seeking to expand their diversified cardiology practice. We would like to extend an offer for you to consider the excellent Cardiology opportunities currently available within this prestigious group. Physicians with experience/training in Peripheral Interventions are specifically needed. Cardiovascular Associates is located within the Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia corridor, providing residents convenient access to numerous cultural and scenic amenities in one of the most desirable areas of the country!

Cardiovascular Associates, founded in 1978 by Dr. Harrison Turner, was the first referral Cardiology practice in the Tri-Cities region. During the past twenty-seven years, Cardiovascular Associates has grown to be the most progressive and reputable cardiology program in the region, with twenty-six practicing physicians and an excellent support staff.  Due to increasing demands for cardiovascular and thoracic services throughout Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, Cardiovascular Associates constructed the first freestanding, state-of-the-art diagnostic Cath Lab in Kingsport, Tennessee which opened in 2001. Cardiovascular Associates' Research program, a top enroller at the national and international level, has won recent international acclaim through its trials, studies and publications. Cardiovascular Associates, managing partners for Holston Valley’s Cardiovascular and Thoracic services, is proud to be a part of the Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center,  2005 national designation as Top 100 Heart Hospitals and a Center of Cardiology Excellence .

As Cardiovascular Associates continues to expand, several areas and types of practices are available for your consideration. Recruitment efforts will remain proactive and aggressive until we feel the perfect candidates are selected, therefore, we are offering a very competitive package that includes a salary range exceeding $300,000, as well as aggressive sign-on incentives.  In addition to this, you will also receive full benefits including vacation, paid malpractice, paid relocation assistance and more.  The physicians and staff of Cardiovascular Associates have very strong values, emphasizing the importance of family time, quality-of-life and career success.  Ideal candidates will be board-certified, well-trained Cardiologists with proven, sound clinical skills.  The ability to provide strong leadership and mentoring skills, as well as interpersonal skills are essential traits for these candidates. Our main objective is to obtain premier physicians that will enhance the unique skill set and quality of our existing cardiovascular program

This practice opportunity is located within the City of Bristol, which is part of an area known as “Tri-Cities,” also consisting of Kingsport and Johnson City.  The Tri-Cities area was recently named the #1 TN Metro City and the #77 US Metro City by “Sperling’s Best Places” list for 2005.  The City of Bristol has a population of approximately 42,000 with the surrounding county having a census of 153,500. The area is unique in that it is positioned geographically on each side of the Virginia / Tennessee state line.  Our area is well known for its scenic beauty with four very distinct seasons and outdoor activities.  The extraordinary mountains, lakes and accessible waterways present opportunities for skiing, fishing, boating, hiking biking and camping, and so much more!  The Tri-Cities is also an area active in the arts, theatre, local history and sporting events, such as NASCAR and AAU tournaments.  The diversity and range of options for leisure in our region holds great appeal and high quality-of-life.  I encourage you to take a look at Bristol’s Chamber of Commerce to give you an idea of what the community of Bristol is all about! 

Thank you for your consideration of Cardiovascular Associates’ Cardiology opportunities. We look forward to hearing from you!

Best Regards,

Allan Fain
Director Physician Recruitment
Wellmont Health System