Pediatric Cardiologist - Full Time - Hartford, CT

Pediatric Cardiologist - Full Time - Hartford, CT Hartford, CT, United States (On-site) About Us Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. It is built on a legacy that spans more than 100 years and offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members. At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well‑being as one team. Job Description

SUMMARY

Connecticut Children’s is Connecticut’s only dedicated healthcare system dedicated to children. It is an academic free‑standing children’s hospital affiliated with the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. The cardiovascular institute at Connecticut Children’s offers a full range of cardiovascular services from neonates to adults. Complex interventional cardiology and zero X‑ray ablation, along with a dedicated cardiac intensivist, are among some of the highlights of our program. We have a newly developed fetal care center, and our adult congenital heart disease program is accredited by the Adult Congenital Heart Association. We are looking for an academic pediatric cardiologist with clinical responsibilities spanning both inpatient and outpatient cardiology services. This will include an active outpatient clinic and inpatient service that provides care for patients with a full range of cardiovascular diseases. The division has a dedicated team for inpatient cardiology patients, which maximizes efficiency and improves the quality of care. The cardiologist collaborates with a multidisciplinary team—including but not limited to cardiac intensivist, cardiac surgeon, NICU, and emergency medicine—to provide excellent patient care. The faculty members within Pediatric Cardiology are actively involved in education, including training of pediatric cardiology fellows, medical students, pediatrics residents, and understanding adult cardiology fellows. Responsibilities Perform inpatient and outpatient pediatric cardiology evaluations and testing, including interpretation of ECGs, echocardiograms, ambulatory electrocardiography, and exercise stress testing in infants, children, and adolescents. Maintain timely and complete chart notes, reports, and communication with primary care and referring physicians and other relevant subspecialty physicians. Maintain open and timely communication with patients, families, and guardians. Participate in multidisciplinary clinical management initiatives with other divisions. Facilitate patient referrals. Participate in division and department quality improvement initiatives. Assist in the planning and direction of health programs within the appropriate specialty. Conduct training or assist in training interns and resident physicians. Maintain varied hours on a rotated schedule with other physicians to ensure that there is always a physician on‑call during non‑business hours. Faculty appointment is offered at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Comply with all billing, coding, documentation, and regulatory requirements. Participate in divisional conferences, department of pediatrics grand rounds, morbidity and mortality conferences, and faculty development education. Maintain appropriate licensures and certifications. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Graduate from an accredited school of medicine required. MD or DO required. Successful completion of a pediatric cardiology fellowship program. No additional experience required. Licensed and registered, and in good standing under the laws of the State of Connecticut. BC/BE Pediatric Cardiologist. DEA with controlled substance waiver required and must be maintained thereafter. Connecticut Children’s is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Connecticut Children's Medical Center