In our job description for a cardiologist, we talked about the many aspects of this demanding career. Now it's time to focus on the salary aspects of the profession. We'll look at the criteria that influence a cardiologist's salary, average pay levels and conclude with some international comparisons.
Factors influencing cardiologists' salaries
Cardiologists' salaries vary according to a number of factors:
- Experience: as in most medical specialties, experience plays a crucial role in remuneration. The more experience a cardiologist has, the higher his or her income will be, particularly if he or she performs technical procedures such as angioplasties or pacemaker implantation.
- Location: cardiologists practicing in urban areas tend to earn higher salaries than those in rural areas, due to greater demand, population density and cost of living.
- Status: a cardiologist can choose to work either as a private practice or as a salaried employee. A self-employed cardiologist sets his or her own fees, which may enable him or her to earn a higher income than an employee. On the other hand, salaried cardiologists benefit from stable remuneration and social benefits.
- Specialty: cardiologists specializing in sub-disciplines such as interventional cardiology, pediatric cardiology or cardiac imaging may earn higher salaries due to the specific skills and medical procedures they perform.
Average salaries for cardiologists
A cardiologist's remuneration depends on a number of criteria, such as experience and practice status. However, here are some general estimates:
- Salaried cardiologist: a salaried cardiologist earns between €10,000 and €15,000 gross/month. These amounts are obviously influenced by the various factors mentioned above.
- Self-employed cardiologist: the income of a self-employed cardiologist is generally 40% to 45% retrocession of gross monthly sales.
Cardiologist specialization and skills
Specialization is an important lever for accessing better cardiology jobs, and therefore better-paid positions. For example, an interventional cardiologist, who performs technical procedures such as stenting or catheterization, can claim higher remuneration than a general cardiologist. What's more, mastering additional skills, such as managing cardiac emergencies or resuscitation techniques, enables a cardiologist to increase his or her value on the job market.
Additional benefits and compensation
Cardiologists can enjoy a range of benefits, depending on their mode of practice:
- Self-employed cardiologists: as these cardiologists manage their own structure, their income structure is different from that of salaried employees. It depends directly on the number of patients and treatments performed. While potentially higher, their income is also subject to greater fluctuations and significant fixed costs, such as practice rent, equipment and staff.
- Salaried cardiologists: salaried cardiologists working in hospitals or clinics benefit from a fixed salary, financial security and more regular working hours. Their salary may be lower than that of freelancers, but this is often offset by benefits and the absence of practice management costs.
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Cardiologist M/F - Le Pré-Saint-Gervais 93
Employee
4000 - 8000 per month
Le Prés Saint-Gervais
A multidisciplinary healthcare facility in Le Pré-Saint-Gervais, Seine-Saint-Denis, is looking for its new cardiologist M/F on a full-time or part-time permanent contract. Terms and conditions - CDI - Area 1 - Full time or part time possible - Open from 8am to 8pm The structure You will be working in a multidisciplinary healthcare facility with six medical cubicles. The team includes a general practitioner, a midwife and a chiropodist, as well as a secretariat to manage appointments and separate billing. In addition, the organization offers a wide range of working hours, making it ideal for specialist consultations. Remuneration - Monthly remuneration of 45% gross of sales Duties - Carry out cardiology consultations and monitor chronic patients - Prescribe and interpret standard cardiology tests - Interpret electrocardiograms and provide basic electrophysiological follow-up - Coordinate with general practitioners and other healthcare professionals - Participate in multidisciplinary consultation meetings and case reviews - Maintain rigorous traceability of medical records and comply with current protocols The benefits - 50% reimbursement of transport costs - Doctolib Médecin software for appointment management - 50% health insurance coverage - Collaborative working environment - Premises with six medical cubicles - Possibility of training support The little extra Le Pré-Saint-Gervais benefits from excellent proximity to Paris and easy access to green spaces and the banks of the Canal de l'Ourcq, offering an urban and dynamic living environment just minutes from major cultural sites. Profile required Cardiologist qualified in France or the European Union, registered or eligible for registration. Contact us on: 07.44.71.65.08 or by e-mail at [email protected]. Ad reference: 12617 Candidates from the European Union: Jober Group, leader in the integration of healthcare professionals in France, supports you free of charge right up to the start of your activity: - Introduction to our partner teachers - Follow-up for registration with the French Medical Association - Dedicated consultant to support you Find over 4,000 healthcare job offers on our Jober Group website and mobile application. Take advantage of a network of 1,000 partners throughout France, a team of recruitment experts at your service, and a totally free service that 99% of our candidates are satisfied with.
Cardiologist M/F - Paris 20e
Employee
4000 - 8000 per month
Paris 20e
A multidisciplinary healthcare facility in the 20th arrondisement of Paris is looking for its new cardiologist M/F on a full-time or part-time permanent contract. Terms and conditions - CDI - Sector 1 - Full time or part time possible - Open from 8am to 8pm The structure You will be working in a multidisciplinary healthcare facility with six medical cubicles. The team includes a general practitioner, a midwife and a chiropodist, as well as a secretariat to manage appointments and separate billing. In addition, the organization offers a wide range of working hours, making it ideal for specialist consultations. Remuneration - Between 40% and 45% gross of sales. Duties - Carry out cardiology consultations and monitor chronic patients - Prescribe and interpret standard cardiology tests - Interpret electrocardiograms and provide basic electrophysiological follow-up - Coordinate with general practitioners and other healthcare professionals - Participate in multidisciplinary consultation meetings and case reviews - Maintain rigorous traceability of medical records and comply with current protocols The benefits - 50% reimbursement of transport costs - Doctolib Médecin software for appointment management - 50% health insurance coverage - Collaborative working environment - Premises with six medical cubicles - Possibility of training support The little extra The 20th arrondissement of Paris offers a dynamic neighborhood life, with green spaces like Père-Lachaise and a rich cultural offering, ideal for walks and after-work outings. Profile required Cardiologist qualified in France or the European Union, registered or eligible for registration. Contact us on: 07.44.71.65.08 or by e-mail at [email protected]. Ad reference: 12616 Candidates from the European Union: Jober Group, leader in the integration of healthcare professionals in France, supports you free of charge right up to the start of your activity: - Introduction to our partner teachers - Follow-up for registration with the French Medical Association - Dedicated consultant to support you Find over 4,000 healthcare job offers on our Jober Group website and mobile application. Benefit from a network of 1,000 partners throughout France, a team of recruitment experts at your service, and a totally free service that 99% of our candidates are satisfied with.
Cardiologist M/F - Toulouse 31
Employee
7500 - 7500 per month
Toulouse
We are recruiting a cardiologist M/F to join a multidisciplinary healthcare center in Toulouse, Haute-Garonne, on a full-time or part-time permanent contract. DNA of the structure You will be joining a multidisciplinary health center, located in premises of around 400 m². It includes - 7 practices dedicated to general medicine - Paramedical and women's health areas - A practitioners' rest room - A sports room dedicated to caregivers - Basement parking reserved for doctors - Health-sports classes (pregnant women, post-partum, seniors) - A women's health center The organization is designed to enable doctors to concentrate solely on their practice, thanks to a centralized secretariat and the presence of medical assistants who handle pre-consultations and file updates. Description and responsibilities You will join a multidisciplinary team comprising 2 general practitioners, 1 nurse, 1 physiotherapist, 1 psychologist, 2 medical secretaries, 2 medical assistants, 1 midwife, 4 osteopaths, 1 sports coach and 1 midwife sports coach. You'll be in charge of pediatric consultations in fully equipped, ready-to-use practices. Your main tasks will be to - Carry out cardiology consultations - Work as part of a multidisciplinary team - Participate in the center's medical dynamics As mentioned above, you will have the choice between full-time or part-time work (between 2 and 5 days a week). In all cases, your schedule will be stable and established in advance. The health center can also provide training courses. Compensation For this position, you will receive a salary of around €5500 net per month for an FTE, adjustable according to your experience and working hours. Benefits - Stable salaried position - Zero administrative burden - Turnkey offices - Modern, comfortable premises - Dedicated gym for caregivers - Private underground parking - Team of medical assistants - Participation in a founding medical project - A center designed for caregivers Profile sought Qualified cardiologist, registered with the Conseil national de l'Ordre des médecins. Contact us on O7 44 71 65 O8 or by e-mail at [email protected] Ad reference: 11550 Candidates from the European Union: JoberGroup, leader in the integration of healthcare professionals in France, supports you free of charge right up to the start of your activity: - Language training (Level B2) - Contact with our partner teachers - Follow-up for registration with the French Medical Association - Dedicated consultant to support you Find over 4,000 healthcare job offers on our Jober Group website and mobile application. Benefit from a network of 1,000 partners throughout France, a team of recruitment experts at your service, and a totally free service that 99% of our candidates are satisfied with.
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