Cardiologist, Heart Failure- Faculty
About The Position
The Knight Cardiovascular Institute (KCVI) is recognized as a top integrated center for cardiovascular clinical care, translational research and professional training in all aspects of heart and vascular disease. Guided by a multi-disciplinary approach, researchers and clinicians drive a vibrant translational research program, which focuses on delivering the latest knowledge and cutting-edge care to patients. Specifically, research at KCVI seeks to improve patient outcomes by achieving earlier diagnosis of disease, more accurate monitoring of its progression, and tailoring therapy to the molecular basis of disease. This position will spend the majority of the time working as a clinical cardiologist in the Heart Failure and Cardiac Transplant team. Specific duties will include outpatient clinic, inpatient care of pre and post-transplant patients as well as right heart catheterizations and cardiac biopsies.
Requirements
- Licensed MD with active Oregon license upon hire
- Board Certified or board eligible in cardiovascular diseases and heart failure
- DEA certification, current BLS and ACLS certification
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience working in academic health center
- Candidates of diverse background are highly encouraged to apply
Responsibilities
- 8-10 weeks of inpatient rounding on the advanced HF/transplant service
- ~3.5 days of work to include heart failure clinic, LVAD clinic, transplant clinic, and cardiac catheterization (if desired)
- ~ 1.5 days of time for transplant administration, research, education, professional development time, etc.
- Participate in the support of the heart failure fellowship at OHSU and have the trainees participate in our heart failure program.
Benefits
- retirement contributions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
