Division Chief Cardiology

Connecticut Children's Medical Center•Hartford, CT

31d

About The Position

Connecticut Children's is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children's offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members. At Connecticut Children's, treating children isn't just our job - it's our passion. As a leading children's health system experiencing steady growth, we're excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children's health and well-being as one team.

Requirements

10 years of progressively complex administrative experience in an academic medical center setting
5 years Leadership experience
Licensed and registered, and in good standing under the laws of the State of Connecticut
BC/BE Pediatric Cardiologist.
DEA with Controlled Substance required and must be maintained thereafter

Responsibilities

Oversee the full continuum of pediatric cardiology services including fetal cardiology, outpatient and inpatient care, imaging, electrophysiology, interventional cardiology, and adult congenital heart disease (ACHD)
Work closely with surgical and critical care teams to ensure excellent outcomes
Perform full range of ablation, device procedures in pediatric and adult congenital heart disease patients and interpret cardiopulmonary stress tests
Conduct monthly pediatric cardiology business meetings focused on transparency and performance improvement to include clinical metrics, growth strategies, quality initiatives, and patient access
Partner with our office manager to optimize physician scheduling and procedural allocation
Perform clinical responsibility in specialty area
Responsible for overseeing the recruitment, retention, and development of faculty across all subspecialty domains
Work closely with hospital and departmental leadership to advocate for resources, shape workforce planning, and ensure alignment with institutional goals
Lead annual reviews and professional development planning for faculty members, provide mentorship and feedback, and guide academic promotion efforts
Support the development of clinical niche areas for faculty, including expanding programs in ACHD, fetal cardiology, cardiac imaging, heart failure, and electrophysiology
Work with administrative teams to monitor budgets, manage division operations, and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
Mentor junior faculty through structured career development plans, regular feedback sessions, and support for academic advancement
Create a supportive and collaborative culture that encourages scholarly productivity and personal growth
Work closely with division members to define clinical interests, align those with institutional priorities, and create customized pathways for skill development and leadership growth
Serve as the preceptor for adult cardiology fellows from Hartford Hospital, UCONN Health (John Dempsey Hospital) and Danbury Hospital
Collaborate with adult cardiology leadership to define and implement the strategic roadmap for the Cardiovascular Institute.
Develop shared initiatives in population health, digital transformation, preventive cardiology, and value-based care.
Facilitate collaboration between pediatric and adult services, especially in areas like Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD), inherited cardiovascular disorders, and shared imaging or interventional platforms.
Build bridges across departments such as cardiothoracic surgery, radiology, critical care, and nursing to deliver coordinated, high-value care.
Monitor and improve key performance indicators across the cardiovascular enterprise including volume growth, access metrics, cost efficiency, and patient satisfaction.
Participate in joint monthly operational meetings with the institute's executive leadership team to address service line goals, barriers, and growth opportunities.
Represent the Cardiovascular Institute in external collaborations, philanthropic activities, and advocacy efforts.
Engage in community outreach, alumni relations, and institutional branding in alignment with the hospital's mission.
Spearhead efforts in care redesign, including telehealth expansion, AI-supported diagnostics, and enhanced care coordination for complex cardiac patients.
Lead initiatives in health equity and outcomes tracking to ensure inclusive, data-driven decision-making.