Description
ABOUT NORTH ATLANTA CARDIOLOGY:
Founded in 2011, North Atlanta Cardiology (NAC) is a privately owned and operated cardiovascular practice serving North Atlanta communities. With established offices in Cumming and Johns Creek — and new locations in Dawsonville and Buford — NAC is in an exciting growth phase, expanding its footprint across North Atlanta to meet the cardiovascular needs of one of the fastest-growing regions in the Southeast.
NAC is IAC-accredited in both Nuclear Cardiology and Echocardiography, setting up advanced PET/CT cardiac imaging, and holds privileges at Northside Forsyth Hospital, Emory Johns Creek Hospital and Piedmont Eastside Hospital. Our mission: deliver world-class cardiovascular care with genuine compassion — and build a physician team that thrives together.
WHY NORTH ATLANTA CARDIOLOGY?
Incoming cardiologists join a defined partnership track and earn genuine equity ownership in the practice they help grow. Your success is your own.
- Clinical Freedom: Physician autonomy — practice the way you were trained, without corporate mandates. Highest quality patient care is top priority!
- Partnership Track: Defined 2–3-year track with transparent buy-in terms
- Expanding Footprint: Current established offices in Cumming and Johns Creek; new locations in Dawsonville and Buford — join a practice at the forefront of regional growth
- Advanced In-Office Capabilities: Nuclear cardiology, echocardiography, stress echo, vascular ultrasound, Holter/event monitors, pacemaker interrogation. Setting up PET/CT cardiac imaging.
- Hospital Affiliations: Northside Forsyth Hospital, Emory Johns Creek Hospital & Piedmont Eastside Hospital.
- Established Referral Network: Highly rated practice with 15+ years of patient trust
- Georgia Lifestyle Advantage: Warm climate, excellent school districts, Atlanta airport for easy travel
POSITION DETAILS:
- Invasive (Non-Interventional) Cardiologist (full-time, permanent)
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Cardiovascular Disease
- Outpatient cardiology across NAC's North Atlanta locations; hospital rounding and procedures at affiliated hospitals
- Call coverage shared equitably among physician partners
- Experienced clinical team, dedicated schedulers, and open to PA/NP support
COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
NAC offers a compensation package designed to meet the Atlanta metro market and reward productivity — with the added long-term financial upside of practice ownership that employed positions cannot match.
| Component | Details / Range |
|---|---|
| Base Salary | $400,000 – $475,000 (commensurate with experience) |
| Production Bonus | wRVU-based incentive above benchmark threshold |
| Total Compensation Potential | $475,000 – $550,000+ with productivity |
| Relocation Allowance | Up to $15,000 |
| CME Allowance | $3,000/year + 3 paid CME days |
| Malpractice Insurance | Provided during employment |
| Retirement Plan | 401(k) with profit-sharing |
| Health / Dental / Vision | Comprehensive benefits package available |
| Partnership Track | 2–3 year track to equity ownership |
Benchmark reference: Atlanta metro median for non-invasive cardiologists is approximately $435,000 (Salary.com / Medscape 2024 / MGMA 2024). NAC's offer is structured to meet or exceed market, with significant upside through production bonuses and partnership distributions.
PARTNERSHIP TRACK — WHAT TRUE OWNERSHIP LOOKS LIKE:
- Years 1–2: Associate physician with full salary, benefits, and mentorship from existing physician
- Year 2–3: Buy-in negotiated transparently; terms discussed upfront before hire
- Post-partnership: Profit sharing, governance rights, and equity in a growing multi-location practice
- Growth plan: NAC is hiring one cardiologist now and one additional per year for the next two years — as the practice expands to Dawsonville and Buford, you will help shape the team and the direction
QUALIFICATIONS:
- MD degree from an accredited institution
- Completion of ACGME-accredited Cardiovascular Disease fellowship
- Board-certified or board-eligible in Cardiovascular Disease (ABIM or equivalent)
- Georgia medical license (or eligible to obtain)
- Clean malpractice history
- Commitment to patient-centered, compassionate care consistent with the NAC mission
NORTH ATLANTA — A COMMUNITY WORTH CALLING HOME:
The NAC service area — spanning Forsyth, North Fulton, Gwinnett, and Dawson counties — is among the most desirable places to live and practice in the Southeast. Forsyth County is consistently ranked one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, with a highly educated, insured, and health-conscious population — an ideal demographic for a growing cardiology practice.
- Top-ranked public schools (Forsyth County, Fulton County, and Gwinnett County school systems)
- Safe, family-friendly communities with a strong sense of neighborhood
- 30–45 minutes from downtown Atlanta, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, and world-class dining, arts, and sports
- Warm climate and abundant outdoor recreation (Lake Lanier, Amicalola Falls, North Georgia mountains)
- Lower cost of living than comparable metros (Boston, NYC, Chicago, Los Angeles)
HOW TO APPLY:
North Atlanta Cardiology, PC
Email: [email protected]
We welcome applicants at all career stages — from recent fellowship graduates to experienced cardiologists seeking a better professional home.
All inquiries are handled with complete confidentiality.
