What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Congenital Heart Disease- UPMC Childrens- Pittsburgh, PA position at UPMC?
UPMC CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL OF PITTSBURGH
The Division of Cardiology at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh / University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, one of the premier pediatric cardiology programs in the country, is currently recruiting two excellent candidates for the faculty positions of Adult Congenital Heart Disease and Non-Invasive Cardiac Imaging with emphasis on cross-sectional imaging.
The Heart Institute provides comprehensive pediatric and adult congenital cardiovascular services including CT surgery, interventional cardiology, cardiac intensive care, electrophysiology, advanced imaging (MRI/CT), heart failure, transplant, pulmonary hypertension, adult congenital, fetal, and preventative cardiology programs, among others. Our program serves pediatric and adult congenital heart patients within central and western Pennsylvania, and surrounding states, as well as national and international locations.
Our group consists of 35 pediatric cardiologists, 5 pediatric cardiothoracic surgeons, 8 pediatric cardiac intensivists, and 11 cardiology fellows along with 24 advanced practice providers and a staff of more than 300. We are honored to be ranked #8 nationally and #1 in Pennsylvania for pediatric cardiology and heart surgery by U.S. News and World Report. The Heart Institute at UPMC Children’s is continually recognized by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for excellence in congenital heart surgery. Our surgical program, led by Dr. Victor Morell, achieves the highest possible rating by the STS, which places UPMC Children’s among the top institutions in the U.S. and Canada for patient care, CT surgery outcomes, and congenital heart surgery.
UPMC is a nationally ranked medical center that serves as the regional referral center for multiple specialties providing a growing collaborative environment for quality care.
ADULT CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE FACULTY
• The well-established ACHD program is currently supported by 3 ACHD physicians (including one ACHD Director), 2 advanced practice providers, 2 dedicated RNs, a research coordinator, and a social worker. We are currently seeking an applicant who has expertise in the management of adult congenital heart disease with prominent clinical, teaching, and research skills. He or she will be working closely with the division chief, the ACHD director, and hospital leadership to support program expansion. Candidates must be board-eligible/certified in pediatric cardiology or adult cardiovascular diseases and in adult congenital heart disease.
UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh has been named one of the top U.S. News & World Report’s Best Children’s Hospitals. Consistently voted one of America’s most livable cities, Pittsburgh is a great place for young adults and families alike.
This position comes with a competitive salary and faculty appointment commensurate with experience and qualifications at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. The University of Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Interested individuals should forward a letter of intent curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference. Informal inquiries are also encouraged.
