Physician - General Cardiologist
Quick facts
- Pay
- $615,000 - $630,000 a year
- Type
- Full-time
- Location
- Carbondale, IL
- Background
- PhD
- Industry
- Health and Care — 3087 open jobs
- Visa in listing
- H-1B
- Apply
- Free to apply — never pay anyone for a job offer or visa sponsorship
Job description
If you have additional questions, contact recruiter at: Angel.Headrick@HSHS.ORG
Physician - Non-Invasive/General Cardiologist - Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants – Carbondale, IL
Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants is seeking a skilled and passionate Non-Invasive General Cardiologist to join our team in Carbondale, IL.
Position Highlights: Collaborative and multidisciplinary team environment with strong support from specialists in general cardiology, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, and structural heart Unrestricted Illinois License (prior to start) Board Certification/Eligibility in Cardiovascular Disease EPIC EMR system for efficient workflow New Fellows Welcome to Apply Position will support J1-H1B visa
Compensation & Benefits Package: Competitive Base Guarantee Paid Time Off (accrued bi-weekly) CME Reimbursement & Days Off (annually) Productivity & Patient Satisfaction Bonuses Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance available Fellowship Stipend
About Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants: At Prairie Cardiovascular, we are more than a healthcare provider – we are pioneers in cardiovascular medicine. With a legacy of over 40 years of excellence, we are recognized as a leader in innovation, groundbreaking treatments, and patient-centered care. Our esteemed team of cardiologists, surgeons, and researchers is committed to advancing the future of cardiovascular health through cutting-edge research, technology, and compassionate care.
Why Join Us? Global Reputation: Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants is celebrated for its clinical expertise and dedication to providing exceptional care. We have pioneered numerous groundbreaking treatments and research in the field of cardiology, setting new benchmarks in patient care globally. Collaborative Environment: You will work alongside distinguished professionals in a highly collaborative, team-based atmosphere that focuses on delivering the best possible outcomes for our patients. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and engaging environment. State-of-the-Art Facilities: As part of our expanding network across Springfield and the surrounding regions, you’ll have access to cutting-edge technology and resources, along with a robust research arm through the Prairie Education and Research Cooperative. Expansive Network: With more than 70 cardiologists and surgeons serving over 53 communities in central and southern Illinois, you’ll be part of a large, rapidly growing network of specialists and healthcare providers committed to excellence in care. Diverse Specialties: Our comprehensive range of specialties includes General and Preventative Cardiology, Electrophysiology, Structural Heart, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Nuclear/CT Cardiology, Vascular Medicine, and more.
What We Offer: A dynamic, high-volume practice with extensive experience in coronary interventions Cutting-edge research opportunities and collaboration with top institutions, including the University of Chicago A welcoming and collegial work environment focused on patient-centered care Opportunities for professional growth and leadership roles within our expanding network
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with the opportunity to make a lasting impact in the field of cardiology, Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants is the place for you!
How to Apply: If you are a highly motivated and talented Interventional Cardiologist ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step toward joining a legacy of excellence in cardiovascular care.
Compensation & Benefits Package Base guarantee Time off CME reimbursement + days available per fiscal year Opportunities to earn productivity and patient outcome/patient satisfaction bonuses Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance both available. Salary range: $615,000.00 - $630,000.00
CORE function: Provider
Education Qualifications Clinical doctorate is required.
Experience Qualifications Competence in delivery of healthcare services for adolescents, adults and geriatric patients is required.
Certifications, Licenses and Registrations Licensed physician in the state of practice is required. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Maintain a Controlled Substance license for the state and Federal DEA, when applicable to their specialty. Must have successfully completed, or in the process of completing, an accredited residency program. Must be board certified or board eligible.
Job Description Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a healthcare system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. HSHS requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues. HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.
- Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
- Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
- Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period
- Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
- Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!
A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.
Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process Hospital Sisters may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence or machine-learning technologies, to assist with certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process. These tools may help our recruiting team organize applications, search for resumes, identify qualifications reflected in application materials, and facilitate communications or scheduling with applicants. Information used by these tools may include materials you provide during the application process, such as your resume, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools are used only to support our recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by HSHS personnel, and automated tools do not make employment decisions on behalf of HSHS. Applicants who have questions about this notice or who require a reasonable accommodation or alternative evaluation method may contact HSHS Human Resources at Contact@hshs.org
Visa sponsorship record: Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants, Inc.
Sponsors actively| Fiscal year | H-1B LCAs | USCIS approvals | USCIS denials | PERM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 | 8 | 3 | 0 | — |
| FY2025 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| FY2024 | 1 | 1 | 0 | — |
✔ Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants, Inc. filed 13 H-1B applications for this kind of role (Cardiologists) in the period above.
Roles they sponsor most
- interventional cardiologist8 LCAs · median $740k
- cardiologist3 LCAs · median $580k
- electrophysiology cardiologist1 LCA · median $600k
- general cardiologist1 LCA · median $550k
Full sponsorship history of Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants, Inc. →
Which visas can work for this job
Occupation: Cardiologists (SOC 29-1212).
- Mentioned in the listing
H-1B
- H-1B cap-exempt employer
Regular cap-subject employer — a new H-1B needs to win the lottery in March (unless you already hold cap-counted H-1B status).
- TN (citizens of Canada and Mexico)
This kind of role may fit the USMCA profession “Physician (teaching or research only)” — it depends on the actual duties. No lottery, no cap; you need the matching degree or license.
- E-3 (Australia) and H-1B1 (Chile, Singapore)
Same degree requirement as H-1B, but no lottery and a separate quota that is rarely filled.
- O-1 (extraordinary ability)
For candidates with awards, publications, press, a high salary or critical roles at distinguished organizations. No cap, no lottery; the employer files a petition.
- Green card (EB-2 / EB-3 via PERM)
Filed 3 PERM labor certifications: they have a track record of sponsoring permanent residence.
Salary vs prevailing wage
Level IV (fully competent)Cardiologists · Illinois (state median of areas). Annual prevailing wages set by the Department of Labor (OFLC).
| Level | Prevailing wage | H-1B lottery odds* |
|---|---|---|
| Level I | $108,742 | ~15% |
| Level II | $283,587 | ~31% |
| Level III | $441,022 | ~46% |
| Level IV | $598,437 | ~61% |
This job pays $615,000–$630,000 a year — that's Level IV (fully competent). In the wage-weighted H-1B lottery a Level IV registration gets 4 entries; estimated selection chance about 61% — better than average.
* Odds are DHS projections for the FY2027 wage-weighted lottery (actual results vary by year and employer). Since the FY2027 cap season the H-1B lottery is weighted by wage level: Level I = 1 entry, II = 2, III = 3, IV = 4. The level is set by the offered wage against the prevailing wage for the occupation and worksite. Separately, a $100,000 fee for new H-1B petitions for workers outside the US was announced in 2025; as of September 2026 a federal court ruling keeps it unenforceable while appeals continue — check the current status.
Sources: U.S. Department of Labor OFLC disclosure data (H-1B/H-1B1/E-3 LCA, PERM), OFLC prevailing wage data, USCIS H-1B Employer Data Hub, E-Verify participating employers. Data loaded: LCA FY2024–FY2026, PERM, USCIS Data Hub, OFLC wages; updated 2026-10-03. Employers are matched by name, so records of companies with similar names can occasionally be mixed up. This is general information, not legal advice — talk to an immigration attorney about your case.