Cardiologist Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

A Cardiologist is a critical figure in the medical field. They primarily diagnose and treat diseases and abnormalities of the heart and cardiovascular system. Their responsibilities may include conducting physical exams, interpreting test results, recommending and implementing treatment plans, and counseling patients on heart health. Furthermore, they may perform procedures such as angioplasty, catheterization, or installing pacemakers. They must be skilled in critical thinking, problem-solving, and have excellent communication skills to effectively explain complex medical conditions to patients. At times, they may work in high-stress environments, thus the need for resilience and good stress management skills.

Before becoming a Cardiologist, a professional must first obtain a bachelor's degree, then complete medical school earning them a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree. Following this, they must complete a three-year residency in internal medicine and a three-year fellowship in cardiology. Certifications typically include being board-certified in internal medicine and cardiovascular disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Prior job roles one might hold before becoming a cardiologist include medical student, internal medicine resident, or cardiology fellow. These positions provide the necessary training and experience for the demanding role of a cardiologist.

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Interventional Cardiologist - Chicago Suburbs

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (15 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

With access to more than 1,200 partner providers across 50+ specialties, six ambulatory surgery centers, comprehensive ambulatory services including imaging, laboratory services, physical and occupational...

Electrophysiology Cardiologist - Indianapolis, IN

  • Mettawa, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Mettawa, IL
  • 8 days ago

Electrophysiology Cardiologist - Indianapolis, IN Join a well-established and collegial team of 29 cardiologists, 3 cardiac hospitalists, and 10 APPs at a busy multi-specialty cardiology group in Indianapolis...

Physician: Cardiology: Electrophysiology Opportunity McHenry, IL

  • McHenry, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • McHenry, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Cardiology services in the northwest region provide a comprehensive range of cardiovascular services including: cardiothoracic surgery, advanced cardiac imaging and interventional cardiology in a state-of-the-art...

Physician: Cardiology - Advanced Heart Failure - McHenry and Huntley, IL

  • McHenry, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • McHenry, IL (21 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 16 days ago

Cardiology services in the northwest region provide a comprehensive range of cardiovascular services including: cardiothoracic surgery, advanced cardiac imaging and interventional cardiology in a state-of-the-art...

Cardiologist - Per Diem

  • Glenview, IL (11 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 23 days ago
  • Glenview, IL (11 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 23 days ago

Participate in the primary care focused ACO Leakage Workgroup; Coordinate ACO leakage activities. Perform the role of the primary physician link between Population Health and VBC initiatives....

General Cardiologist - Schaumburg

  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

With access to more than 1,200 partner providers across 50+ specialties, six ambulatory surgery centers, comprehensive ambulatory services including imaging, laboratory services, physical and occupational...

NM Lake Forest Hospital Expansion - Physician - Cardiology: Advanced Heart Failure (Non-invasive) - Glenview

  • Glenview, IL (10 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Glenview, IL (10 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

- Heart Failure (Cardiology: Noninvasive) to join our forward-thinking practice....

- Heart Failure (Cardiology: Noninvasive) to join our forward-thinking practice....

NM Lake Forest Hospital Expansion - Physician - Cardiology: Non-invasive (General Cardiologist) - Glenview

  • Glenview, IL (10 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Glenview, IL (10 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

- Non-invasive (General Cardiology) to join our forward-thinking practice....

NM Lake Forest Hospital Expansion - Physician - Cardiology: Advanced Heart Failure (Non-invasive) - Grayslake

  • Grayslake, IL (11 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Grayslake, IL (11 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

- Heart Failure (Cardiology: Noninvasive)  to join our forward-thinking practice. ...

NM Lake Forest Hospital Expansion - Physician - Cardiology: Non-invasive (General Cardiologist) - Glenview

  • Glenview, IL (11 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Glenview, IL (11 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

- Non-invasive (General Cardiology)  to join our forward-thinking practice. ...

NM Lake Forest Hospital Expansion - Physician - Cardiology: Advanced Heart Failure (Non-invasive) - Glenview

  • Glenview, IL (11 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Glenview, IL (11 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

- Heart Failure (Cardiology: Noninvasive)  to join our forward-thinking practice. ...

Interventional Cardiologist - Schaumburg

  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (17 miles from Lake Forest, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

With access to more than 1,200 partner providers across 50+ specialties, six ambulatory surgery centers, comprehensive ambulatory services including imaging, laboratory services, physical and occupational...

Demographic Data for Lake Forest, IL

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Cardiologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Echocardiography for the non Cardiologist
This is a course for beginners of echocardiography who want to learn to perform a basic echocardiogram: Assess chamber size and function, assess and grade valve regurgitation and stenosis, and...
Advanced Cardiac Imaging
Understand the basic concepts of using and interpreting cardiac computed tomography (CT) and cardiovascular magnetic resonance (CMR) through didactic lectures with high quality animations, whilst...
Preventing Heart Disease
Gain a practical approach to prevent first and recurrent cardiac events by identifying and managing the risk factors of coronary artery disease. Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the leading cause...

Salary for Cardiologist Jobs in Lake Forest, IL

This is the average annual salary for Cardiologist jobs in Lake Forest, IL as reported by the BLS.

$470,560


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Cardiologist positions.



Highest Education Level

Cardiologists in Lake Forest, IL offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.9%
Bachelor's Degree
17.7%
Master's Degree
13.4%
High School or GED
4.6%
Associate's Degree
3.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.5%
Some College
0.4%


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