Section of Chief, Advanced Heart Failure Physician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Code: JOB-18597Position Overview

Our organization is on the lookout for a Board Certified/Board Eligible Critical Care Cardiologist to join the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute. Recognized as a leader in advanced heart failure, cardiac transplantation, and the management of cardiogenic shock, we proudly hold the highest 90-day heart transplant survival rate in the United States. We are offering a full-time position on a non-tenure clinical track for a highly skilled cardiologist.

Location

This position is situated at UPMC Presbyterian, specifically in the newly constructed Kamin Tower, located in the vibrant Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive care to critically ill cardiovascular patients within a high-acuity Cardiac Critical Care Unit.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Manage complex cardiovascular conditions, including but not limited to:
  • Advanced heart failure
  • Cardiogenic shock
  • Acute myocardial infarction (MI)
  • Mechanical circulatory support
  • Complications related to structural heart disease
• Engage in clinical research initiatives.
• Participate in the education and mentorship of fellows and residents, reinforcing our commitment to patient-centered, team-based care.

Qualifications

To be considered for this role, candidates must be board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Internal Medicine in both Cardiovascular Medicine and Critical Care Medicine.

Compensation and Benefits

• Attractive and competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive health benefits including family health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Employer-matched retirement benefits.
• Generous allowance for continuing medical education (CME) and paid time off (PTO).

Working Conditions

This role offers the chance to work in a quaternary care environment, providing access to advanced cardiovascular therapies and innovative clinical research opportunities, all while contributing to a robust educational mission.