Pediatric Cardiologist

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The Division of Pediatric Cardiology in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a Pediatric Cardiologist to join our vibrant and collegial team at Nevada Children’s Hospital in Las Vegas, Nevada to establish an outpatient clinic program. Responsibilities include providing care for newborns, infants, and children with congenital and acquired heart diseases, in outpatient settings initially and inpatient settings upon completion of the Nevada Children’s Hospital. Outpatient responsibilities include general cardiology clinics and possibly subspecialty clinics based on the incumbents training. Ability to perform fetal echocardiograms will be prioritized. Overnight call responsibilities are expected and divided among Las Vegas division faculty. Inpatient responsibilities will occur within Nevada Children’s Hospital upon completion of the hospital. Demonstrated leadership and excellent communication skills are required for this position. Consulting responsibilities on additional units including the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit will be required. Academic productivity in quality improvement, research, teaching, and advocacy is expected and supported by the Division.

Details

The Division of Pediatric Cardiology in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking a Pediatric Cardiologist to join our vibrant and collegial team at Nevada Children’s Hospital in Las Vegas, Nevada to establish an outpatient clinic program. Responsibilities include providing care for newborns, infants, and children with congenital and acquired heart diseases, in outpatient settings initially and inpatient settings upon completion of the Nevada Children’s Hospital. Outpatient responsibilities include general cardiology clinics and possibly subspecialty clinics based on the incumbents training. Ability to perform fetal echocardiograms will be prioritized. Overnight call responsibilities are expected and divided among Las Vegas division faculty. Inpatient responsibilities will occur within Nevada Children’s Hospital upon completion of the hospital. Demonstrated leadership and excellent communication skills are required for this position. Consulting responsibilities on additional units including the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit will be required. Academic productivity in quality improvement, research, teaching, and advocacy is expected and supported by the Division.

Research

The Division has a very active research program with a strong support infrastructure and supporting team. It has been a core site of the Pediatric Heart Network of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) since its inception and participates in the NPC-QIC and all the major registries including PC4, PAC3, IMPACT, ACTION, FON, and others. In addition, the Division is a core site for the Scientific Focus Research Network of the American Heart Association (AHA). Numerous opportunities for collaborative research exist within the Division as well as throughout the Department, Medical School, and University of Utah.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatric Cardiology and have expertise in General Pediatric Cardiology. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure Track at the academic rank commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Compensation and Benefits

• competitive salary
• a variety of medical and dental plans from which to choose
• non-contributory retirement contributions equal to 20.2% of annual earnings
• exceptional retirement plans
• paid time off
• faculty development and mentoring program designed to help faculty succeed in their academic career

Contact

For additional information about the position, please contact Adam Ware, M.D., Division Chief of Pediatric Cardiology, at View email address on click.appcast.io.

About the University of Utah Health

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

Additional Information

Department: 00848 - Pediatric Administration

City: Las Vegas, NV

Track: Track Dependent on Qualifications

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