ACHD Cardiologist

Position Summary Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) Cardiologist Opportunity at Phoenix Children’s. Introduction: Join our dynamic team at Phoenix Children’s and make a difference in the lives of ACHD patients. We are seeking a dedicated and passionate ACHD cardiologist to add to our growing program. Responsibilities Provide high-quality outpatient and inpatient care to ACHD patients. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans. Engage in teaching medical students, residents, pediatric cardiology and adult cardiovascular disease fellows. Contribute to research initiatives. Participate in statewide and nationwide ACHD advocacy efforts. Facility and Program Information Phoenix Children’s Center for Heart Care houses the largest ACHD program in Arizona and the state’s only ACHA Accredited Comprehensive Care Center. Our program boasts 24 cardiologists, 13 cardiac intensivists, 3 cardiovascular surgeons, and 24 advanced practice providers. We offer ambulatory cardiac services across the Phoenix metropolitan area and have outreach clinics in greater Arizona. Phoenix Children’s is one of the nation’s largest pediatric health systems and a premier destination for pediatric care in the Southwest. Inpatient ACHD care takes place at Phoenix Children’s and at our adult partner hospital, Dignity-St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, a large academic medical center that includes the world-renowned Norton Thoracic and Barrow Neurologic Institutes. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role working alongside the Heart Center teams at both institutions. Community Information Phoenix is the 5th largest city in the United States, known for its year-round temperate climate and abundant sunshine. With access to ocean and mountain attractions, it’s consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the United States. Qualifications M.D. or equivalent degree. Board certified/eligible in Pediatric Cardiology by the American Board of Pediatrics. Board certified/eligible in Adult Congenital Heart Disease by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Arizona. Academic Appointments Phoenix Children’s is affiliated with the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix. ACHD cardiologists will hold academic appointments within the divisions of Child Health and Internal Medicine. Additional Responsibilities and Support The staff physician shall provide patient care services and will support the PC mission of providing hope, healing and the best health care for children and their families. Education MD or DO degree. (Required) Certifications Current Arizona License to Practice Medicine or the ability to obtain prior to start date. (Required) Board certified/Board Eligible in the appropriate specialty. (Required) Special Skills The ability to move freely from facility to facility, as well as, the ability to move freely throughout facilities and examine patients. (Required) The ability to communicate by telephone, computer or other communication devices. (Required) The ability to perform after hours or night call responsibilities as needed. (Required) The ability to work regularly scheduled work hours. (Required) The ability to work well under pressure. (Required) #J-18808-Ljbffr