Shape Cardiology Excellence - Step into a Division Leadership Role Today

Job Description

Job Description

The leader of the Cardiology Division at our organization will be responsible for managing all facets of cardiology care, education, research, and mentorship within a vibrant academic and clinical setting. Join us in a collaborative atmosphere that prioritizes patient-centered care for Veterans across the nation.

• Direct the Cardiology Division, ensuring comprehensive care and procedures for both inpatient and outpatient cardiology patients.

• Deliver expert patient care in both non-invasive and invasive cardiology, which may include echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), nuclear cardiology, stress testing, electrophysiology, and cardiac catheterization.

• Encourage and facilitate interdisciplinary collaborations in clinical practice, education, and research.

• Exhibit strong administrative and leadership skills, focusing on the development of clinician scientists and supporting underrepresented groups.

• Ensure eligibility for a faculty position at the Associate or full Professor level at UCLA, as well as for VA credentialing.

• Contribute strategically with vision, effective communication, and emotional intelligence.

• MD or equivalent degree.

• Board Certification is required.

• Must be a citizen of the United States.

• Possession of a current, full, and unrestricted medical license is necessary.

• Engage in collaboration with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA for educational and research initiatives.

• Support and enhance departmental research goals, including the initiation of new research programs.

• Participate in and promote clinical and research programs focusing on cardiomyopathy, cardiac imaging, and arrhythmias.

• Oversee, mentor, and instruct trainees in both general and advanced cardiology subspecialty programs.

• Starting salary ranges from $350,000 to $400,000.

• Generous paid time off: 50-55 days annually (including 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 holidays).

• Liability protection is provided at no cost, including tail coverage.

• Comprehensive benefits package including dental, medical, life insurance, pension, and a 401(k) plan with a 5% match, along with survivor benefits.

• Annual funding of up to $1,000 and up to 5 days of paid leave for continuing medical education (CME).

• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

• Service without additional obligations.

* Eligible for reimbursement of qualifying student loan debt up to $200,000.