Critical Care Cardiologist- Faculty

Oregon Health & Science University; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 425,000 - 527,988; Full time

Job summary

Oregon Health & Science University seeks a full-time Critical Care Cardiologist in Portland, Oregon. You will lead the medical management of patients with heart disease, oversee inpatient services, and perform cardiovascular procedures. The position also involves mentoring medical students and residents, with opportunities for research. OHSU promotes diversity and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds. This is an opportunity to join Oregon's only public academic health center, known for groundbreaking research and education.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be a licensed MD or DO with active DEA certification.
• Board Certification or eligibility in Cardiology or Critical Care is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical management of patients with chronic or acute heart disease.
• Manage critically ill patients in inpatient cardiology services.
• Conduct cardiovascular procedures as an attending physician.

Skills

Licensed MD/DO

Active DEA certification

Board Certified or Board eligible in Cardiology and/or Critical Care

Job description

Department Overview

The full-time annual base salary range for this position is $425,000-$527,988; commensurate with experience and rank. Base pay does not include incentive pay, hiring bonuses, or additional benefits such as retirement contributions.

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.

Function/Duties of Position

Clinical: This position serves primarily as a Critical Care Cardiologist, with inpatient duties that include medical management of patients with chronic or acute heart disease, managing critically ill patients with primary cardiac disorders, and performing cardiovascular procedures as an attending physician in the inpatient cardiology services areas (CVICU, CCU and consult service). In addition to inpatient service, to help improve patient access to cardiovascular care, this position will also have a limited ambulatory clinic in the general cardiology practice as well as supporting non-invasive cardiovascular imaging (echocardiography) services.

Education: OHSU is a teaching institution and as a faculty member, you are expected to provide mentorship and direction to students, residents, fellows and staff. The Graduate Program Director will provide any official assignments.

Research: There may be options for you to explore research opportunities in your area of focus. Administrative support is available for grant submission, financial management and clinical trials support. Please share your research interests during the interview process.

Administration: Administrative duties may be assigned to you in support of Institute or section initiatives, faculty development and/or other activities as determined necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Licensed MD/DO
• Active DEA certification
• Board Certified or Board eligible in Cardiology and/or Critical Care

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in academic health facility is preferred
• Individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences are highly encouraged to apply

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center.

In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

All are welcome.

OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail]