General Cardiologist- Faculty

Oregon Health & Science University; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent academic health institution in Portland, Oregon seeks a General Cardiologist as an Assistant Professor to manage patients, mentor students, and pursue research opportunities in cardiovascular health. Candidates must hold a licensed MD/DO and be board certified or eligible in Cardiology. This role emphasizes collaboration and education within a cutting-edge cardiovascular institute, valuing diversity and inclusion in its workforce.

Qualifications

• Licensed MD/DO with active DEA Certification.
• Experience in a teaching institution and clinical settings.
• Board Certification in Cardiology or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Manage patients with heart disease in collaborative settings.
• Mentor students, residents, and fellows.
• Pursue research opportunities in cardiovascular health.

Skills

Clinical management of chronic or acute heart disease

Mentoring medical students and residents

Conducting cardiovascular imaging

Education

Licensed MD/DO

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiology

Job description

General Cardiologist — Assistant Professor
Oregon Health & Science University

Department Overview

The Knight Cardiovascular Institute (KCVI) is a leading integrated center for cardiovascular clinical care, translational research, and professional training in all aspects of heart and vascular disease. Guided by a multidisciplinary approach, KCVI’s research aims to improve patient outcomes by enabling earlier diagnosis, more accurate monitoring of disease progression, and therapy tailored to the molecular basis of disease.

Functions / Duties

• Clinical: Serve as a General Cardiologist in the Division of Cardiology. Manage patients with chronic or acute heart disease in ambulatory and inpatient settings, with primary responsibilities in the ambulatory clinic as part of a collaborative team of physicians, APPs, and support staff. Provide approximately 8 weeks per year of inpatient service, participate in cardiovascular imaging (echocardiography, nuclear cardiology), and supervise APPs.
• Education: Mentor and direct medical students, residents, fellows, and staff as a faculty member of a teaching institution.
• Research: Pursue research opportunities in your focus area with available administrative support for grant submission, financial management, and clinical trials assistance.
• Administration: Undertake administrative duties supporting the Institute or section initiatives, faculty development, and other activities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Licensed MD/DO
• Active DEA Certification
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiology

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience practicing in an academic health facility

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We pledge to be an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate on the basis of protected class status, including disability or veteran status. Individuals from diverse backgrounds and those who promote inclusion are encouraged to apply.

To request reasonable accommodation, contact the Affiliation and Equal Opportunity Department at 503‑494‑5148 or [e-mail].