Pediatric Cardiologist, Advanced Non-Invasive Imaging - Full Time - Hartford, CT

Connecticut Children's Medical Center • Hartford, CT

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About The Position

Connecticut Children’s is the state's sole dedicated children’s hospital and a pediatric-specific healthcare system. As an academic affiliate of the University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine and the state's first accredited comprehensive care center for adults with congenital heart disease. The hospital boasts a state-of-the-art fetal care center and a pioneering fetal cardiology program. Connecticut Children’s is actively seeking a Pediatric Cardiologist with specialization in advanced non-invasive imaging. The selected candidate will leverage cutting-edge imaging technologies, including a 3.0 Tesla MRI, an upcoming 1.5 Tesla MRI, and specialized CT scanning equipment, to deliver outstanding diagnostic and therapeutic services. This role will involve significant clinical duties, educational engagements, and the possibility of leading research initiatives aimed at advancing pediatric cardiovascular care. Key Facilities and Technologies: - MRI and CT Programs: Our institution is equipped with a 3.0 Tesla MRI machine, and another 1.5 Tesla MRI is scheduled for installation, enhancing our imaging capabilities. We perform over 300 cardiac MRIs annually. The services are provided by 3 level 3 trained cardiac MRI trained pediatric cardiologists. - ECHO Lab: Our ICAEL-certified ECHO lab is equipped with the latest echo machines, supporting high-quality diagnostic evaluations. The ECHO lab has numerous advanced imaging trained cardiologists and a daily dedicated ECHO reading team. - Training Programs: We offer an affiliated training program for pediatric echo training for cardiac sonographers, emphasizing hands-on learning and technical proficiency.

Requirements

• MD or DO with Board Certification or Eligibility in Pediatric Cardiology.
• Licensed and registered in good standing under the laws of the State of Connecticut.
• Formal training in advanced cardiac imaging or an extensive experience and expertise in pediatric cardiac non-invasive imaging, including ECHO, MRI, and CT

Nice To Haves

• Prior post training experience will be welcome, however is not a requirement
• Strong leadership capabilities with proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Commitment to patient-centered care with an emphasis on clinical excellence and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive non-invasive imaging assessments using MRI, CT, and ECHO
• Interpret complex cardiac imaging studies
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for integrated patient care.
• Lead and contribute to the education of pediatric cardiology fellows, medical students, residents, and cardiac sonographers.
• Drive advancements in imaging techniques and patient care protocols.
• Engage in general pediatric cardiology clinical.
• Participate actively in quality improvement initiatives
• Maintain compliance with medical documentation, billing, and coding requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees