Heart Failure Cardiologist | Department of Internal Medicine | SOM M67710
Apply NowCompany: Virginia Commonwealth University
Location: Richmond, VA 23223
Description:
Mission or Goal of Unit: At VCU Health Pauley Heart Center, our world-class team takes your heart health personally.Building on our history of innovation in patient care, scientific discovery, diversity and collaboration we improve cardiovascular care for all, while continuously training the next generation of doctors.
Chief Purpose of this position: The Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiologyis seeking a member to join our comprehensive Advanced Heart Failure Program atthe Pauley Heart Center. The incumbent will dedicate their time to care for patients with heart failure,heart transplantation and mechanical circulatory support devices. Also, theywill integrate into the multidisciplinary team and participate in teaching,quality improvement and outreach projects.
Position Responsibilities:
Teaching: To support teaching directly via interactions with Fellows, Housestaffand non-physician professionals. Periodically will be expected to present appropriate reviews in patientmanagement discussions at Cardiology and Department of Internal Medicineconferences. In addition, will beexpected to participate in University Continuing Medical Education programs forpracticing physicians which is important to enhancing patient referrals.
Research: To support clinical researchprotocols as needed.
Service: The successful candidate will be expected to participate in quality, safety,and efficiency initiatives. Formal leadership positions may be considered basedon prior experience and rank.
Clinical: Will primarily be dedicated to the outpatient, inpatient,catheterization laboratory and consultative services.
Other: Submitbilling and document care as required by the organization. Abide by all medical staffrequirements.
Required Qualifications:
Position Type: MCVP
Full time equivalent: 100
Tenure: Open
Rank: Open
Months:
Department:Division of Cardiology
ORP Eligible: No
Salary: Commensurate
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Michelle Carpenter
Contact Email: Michelle.Carpenter@vcuhealth.org
Chief Purpose of this position: The Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiologyis seeking a member to join our comprehensive Advanced Heart Failure Program atthe Pauley Heart Center. The incumbent will dedicate their time to care for patients with heart failure,heart transplantation and mechanical circulatory support devices. Also, theywill integrate into the multidisciplinary team and participate in teaching,quality improvement and outreach projects.
Position Responsibilities:
Teaching: To support teaching directly via interactions with Fellows, Housestaffand non-physician professionals. Periodically will be expected to present appropriate reviews in patientmanagement discussions at Cardiology and Department of Internal Medicineconferences. In addition, will beexpected to participate in University Continuing Medical Education programs forpracticing physicians which is important to enhancing patient referrals.
Research: To support clinical researchprotocols as needed.
Service: The successful candidate will be expected to participate in quality, safety,and efficiency initiatives. Formal leadership positions may be considered basedon prior experience and rank.
Clinical: Will primarily be dedicated to the outpatient, inpatient,catheterization laboratory and consultative services.
Other: Submitbilling and document care as required by the organization. Abide by all medical staffrequirements.
Required Qualifications:
- BC/BE Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiologist, with demonstrated skills in cardiovascular disease, MCS and heart transplantation
- Must be able to communicate effectively and work with a large multidisciplinary program
- Participate in teaching and fellowship programs
- Must be eligible for medical licensure in the state of Virginia
- Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU
Position Type: MCVP
Full time equivalent: 100
Tenure: Open
Rank: Open
Months:
Department:Division of Cardiology
ORP Eligible: No
Salary: Commensurate
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Michelle Carpenter
Contact Email: Michelle.Carpenter@vcuhealth.org