Physician-Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiologist

Westchester Medical Center • Valhalla, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, New York, is seeking an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist to join the full-time faculty in its Section of Cardiology. The physician will provide comprehensive evaluation and management for patients with advanced and complex heart failure, including evaluation for heart transplantation and temporary or durable mechanical circulatory support, including left ventricular assist devices (LVADs). Responsibilities include pre- and post-transplant care, longitudinal management of patients receiving mechanical circulatory support, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans and ensure continuity of care.

The Section of Cardiology is part of the Westchester Heart and Vascular Institute, which provides cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, and vascular surgery services. An academic appointment at New York Medical College School of Medicine is available, commensurate with the candidate’s academic background and participation in education and research.

Westchester Medical Center is the flagship of WMCHealth, a 1,900-bed healthcare system headquartered in Valhalla, New York. The medical center serves more than 3.5 million people and provides advanced medical care across a wide range of specialties, including heart, kidney, and liver transplantation. It is also home to the region’s most comprehensive cardiovascular program.

Requirements

• Active New York State medical license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Demonstrated clinical expertise evaluating and managing patients with advanced heart failure, including inpatient and outpatient care.
• Completion of an accredited cardiovascular disease fellowship and an ACGME-accredited Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology fellowship.
• Board certification in cardiovascular disease and board certification or eligibility in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology.
• Experience evaluating candidates for heart transplantation and providing pre- and post-transplant care.
• Experience evaluating and managing patients requiring temporary or durable mechanical circulatory support, including LVADs.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary heart failure, transplant, and mechanical circulatory support teams to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Strong academic interests.
• Excellent clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients with advanced and complex heart failure in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Assess patients for heart transplantation and temporary or durable mechanical circulatory support, including LVADs.
• Provide pre- and post-transplant care.
• Provide longitudinal management for patients receiving mechanical circulatory support.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary heart failure, transplant, and mechanical circulatory support teams to develop individualized treatment plans and provide coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Participate in education and research, as appropriate to the academic appointment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive salary and benefit package
• Malpractice coverage
• CME allowance
• 401(k)
• Comprehensive and collaborative support services
• Opportunities for continued professional development, mentoring, and career advancement
• Academic rank at New York Medical College commensurate with experience and qualifications

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed