Academic Cardiologist - MHVI at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

About the Job MedStar Health and the MedStar Heart & Vascular Institute (MHVI) invite applications for a full-time Academic Cardiologist at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital (GUH), with a defined clinical focus on the cardiovascular care of patients in the solid organ transplant program. Faculty appointment through Georgetown University School of Medicine will be at the rank of Instructor, Assistant Professor, or Associate Professor, commensurate with experience and qualifications. About the Opportunity This position is dedicated to providing cardiovascular care for patients with a particular focus on the care of patients who are being evaluated for, or have had a, non‑cardiac transplant. The solid organ transplant program at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital is one of the largest and most respected programs in the region, encompassing kidney, liver, pancreas, and other solid organ transplants. The role will be based primarily at MedStar GUH with a secondary clinical presence at MedStar Washington Hospital Center (MWHC). Time allocation will be 50% outpatient cardiology with a focus on patients undergoing a non‑cardiac transplant with the rest of the time being divided between CV imaging and inpatient cardiology care. The applicant will join an academic clinical cardiology group with research opportunities and participate in the education of fellows, residents, and medical students. Responsibilities Provide comprehensive cardiovascular care for solid organ transplant candidates and recipients, including pre‑transplant evaluation, perioperative management, and long‑term post‑transplant cardiovascular follow‑up. Collaborate within a multidisciplinary transplant team of hepatologists, nephrologists, transplant surgeons, anesthesiologists, intensivists, and other specialists. Serve as a key liaison between the cardiology and transplant services at MedStar GUH, ensuring optimal outcomes in a complex, high‑acuity patient population. Maintain an outpatient clinic (~50% effort), participate in the inpatient cardiology consult service and interpret cardiac imaging studies including echocardiography. Participate actively in the teaching and mentorship of medical students, internal medicine residents, and cardiovascular disease fellows. Engage in clinical research and scholarly activity with access to institutional support through the MedStar Health Research Institute. Qualifications MD or DO degree with board certification or board eligibility in Cardiovascular Disease (ABIM). Completion of ACGME‑accredited Internal Medicine residency and Cardiovascular Disease fellowship. Eligible for medical licensure in the District of Columbia, Virginia, and Maryland. Board certified or eligible echocardiography. Track record, or strong potential, in research or teaching. Benefits Core cardiology leadership supporting a premier solid organ transplant program with a medically complex and academically rich patient population. High‑volume, nationally recognized program within the MedStar Heart & Vascular Institute. Collegial, mission‑driven team culture with a commitment to team‑based patient care. Academic appointment through Georgetown University School of Medicine faculty ranks. Collaborative research opportunities through the MedStar Health Research Institute. World‑class location in Washington, D.C., with ample cultural, educational, and professional opportunities. Application Process Applicants should submit the following: Current curriculum vitae Cover letter describing clinical and academic interests, relevant training and experience, and fit with this position. Three professional references (names and contact information) – letters may be requested at a later stage. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Contact Dr. Gaby Weissman, Medical Director LaShawn Poston, Sr. Director Division of Cardiology, MedStar Heart & Vascular Institute MedStar Georgetown University Hospital 3800 Reservoir Road NW, Washington, DC 20007 View email address on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io Equal Opportunity Employer MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations and comply with the federal, state, and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local EO laws. Hiring Range USD $367,006.00 - $585,456.00 /Yr. #J-18808-Ljbffr MedStar Health’s Washington Hospital Center