Director of Adult Congenital Heart Disease

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center•Los Angeles, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Division of Congenital Heart Program within the Department of Cardiology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center is seeking a skilled and experienced Director for its Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) Program. This role involves overseeing and expanding the clinical, educational, and research aspects of ACHD care across the Cedars-Sinai Health System. The Director will lead a multidisciplinary team, ensuring high standards in patient care, diagnostic accuracy, and operational efficiency for a growing population of adults with congenital heart disease. The program collaborates closely with pediatric and fetal cardiology, advanced cardiovascular imaging, structural heart disease, electrophysiology, advanced heart failure and transplant, and cardiac surgery teams to provide comprehensive care from fetal diagnosis through adulthood. The ACHD Program offers outpatient consultative care, advanced cardiac imaging, catheter-based and surgical interventions, and management of complex conditions. The Director will also focus on maximizing research productivity and mentoring fellows and junior faculty. Collaboration with various specialized departments is a priority. The position includes participation in outpatient and inpatient consultative care. The ACHD Program is experiencing growth due to advances in pediatric congenital heart disease treatment, leading to increased survival into adulthood. Cedars-Sinai's integrated congenital heart program is well-positioned to leverage this growth. The Director will have opportunities to expand referral networks, develop innovative care models, and enhance access to specialized ACHD services. The role offers a collaborative and academically rich environment with institutional resources for innovation, research, quality improvement, and program development. Opportunities exist to expand participation in national registries, multicenter clinical research, and educational initiatives, shaping the future of ACHD care within a leading cardiovascular program. The position allows for building upon a strong foundation and developing a vision for continued growth, outreach, and excellence in clinical care, education, and research. The Smidt Heart Institute is recognized as a leader in cardiovascular care and innovation. Cedars-Sinai Cardiology/Cardiac Surgery has been consistently ranked among the top nationally by U.S. News and World Report. The Department of Cardiology is one of the largest within the health system, with renowned programs in various subspecialties. Cedars-Sinai is a leading academic medical center, recognized for high-quality patient-centered healthcare and lifesaving research. The health system is extensive, including multiple hospitals, an Academic Enterprise, and a Medical Network spanning Southern California. Cedars-Sinai is committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare and emphasizes diversity and representation in its workforce. The location in Southern California offers a desirable lifestyle with access to natural beauty and cultural attractions. Cedars-Sinai offers competitive total compensation, including pay, benefits, and incentive programs, as well as a comprehensive faculty benefits package.

Requirements

Medical Degree from an accredited medical school
Board certified with the ABIM in Cardiovascular Disease
Subspecialty board certification or equivalent expertise in Adult Congenital Heart Disease
Eligible for an unrestricted California license as Physician
Ability to obtain and /or maintain DEA certification for the State of California
Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges
Eligible for appointment to Associate Professor or Professor academic rank in the CSMC professorial series
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Exceptional collaboration abilities with partners and staff
Proficiency in the comprehensive clinical management of adults with congenital heart disease, including diagnostic and procedural skills relevant to ACHD care
Candidates should be recognized for the provision of clinical excellence
A track-record of peer-reviewed publications and a plan to continue performing and supervising academic work

Responsibilities

Overseeing and growing the clinical, educational, and research mission of ACHD care across the Cedars-Sinai Health System.
Leading a multidisciplinary team of dedicated professionals, ensuring the highest standards of patient care, diagnostic accuracy, and operational efficiency.
Maximizing research productivity in the field of adult congenital heart disease at Cedars-Sinai.
Mentoring fellows and junior faculty in career development in the ACHD arena.
Expanding regional and national referral networks.
Developing innovative multidisciplinary care models.
Enhancing access to highly specialized ACHD services throughout Southern California and beyond.
Expanding participation in national registries, multicenter clinical research, and educational initiatives.
Helping shape the future direction of ACHD care within one of the nation's leading cardiovascular programs.
Building upon a strong existing foundation while developing a vision for continued growth, outreach, and excellence in clinical care, education, and research.
Participation in outpatient and inpatient consultative care for adults with congenital heart disease.