Heart Failure Cardiologist

Albany Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 325,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare institution as a Heart Failure Cardiologist, where you will be part of a comprehensive and innovative heart failure program. This role offers the unique opportunity to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of experts in cardiology, providing high-quality care to heart failure patients. With strong institutional support and a commitment to advancing the field, you will engage in teaching and mentoring while contributing to a well-established program. Located in a vibrant region, this position promises a balanced lifestyle with access to cultural and outdoor activities, making it ideal for both professionals and families.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or related degree with board certification in Cardiovascular Disease required.
• Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre- and post-operative care for heart transplant and VAD patients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team for innovative patient-centered care.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Strong communication skills

Collaboration and multidisciplinary approach

Teaching and mentoring abilities

Passion for patient care

Education

MD/DO or related degree

Board certification in Cardiovascular Disease

Formal training in advanced heart failure

Job description

Join the Division of Cardiology at Albany Medical College as a Heart Failure Cardiologist, becoming part of the region’s only comprehensive DNV-certified advanced heart failure program.

Program details:

• Strong institutional and community support for our program which embraces a multidisciplinary approach.
• Collaborate closely with a team of advanced practice providers, specialists in cardiac electrophysiology, interventional cardiology, cardiac imaging, and cardiothoracic surgery.
• Gain the opportunity to work with a team offering expertise in cardiomyopathies including hypertrophic and infiltrative disorders.
• Provide pre- and post-operative care for heart transplant and VAD patients, in collaboration with regional academic cardiac surgical centers in the Northeast.
• Support and contribute to a growing, well-established program that is committed to providing innovative, patient-centered care to heart failure patients.

Qualifications:

• MD/DO or related degree with board certification or eligibility in Cardiovascular Disease.
• Clinically oriented with sufficient research experience and teaching abilities to be eligible for an academic appointment.
• Formal training in advanced heart failure, mechanical circulatory support, and heart transplantation, or equivalent clinical practice experience is desired.
• Leadership qualities and assets are highly valued.
• Strong communication skills, with a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
• Passion for providing high-quality care to heart failure patients and advancing the field of cardiology.
• Ability to teach, mentor, and collaborate with medical students, medical residents, cardiology fellows, and other healthcare providers.
• Eligible for academic appointment and medical licensure in the state of New York.

Compensation: Competitive salary range with incentive bonus opportunity $325,000-$400,000.

The Albany Med Health System is the only regionally governed not-for-profit health system serving northeastern New York and western New England. It consists of Albany Medical Center, Albany Medical College, the Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital, Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and the Visiting Nurses. Albany Medical Center is the capital region of New York’s only academic medical center and one of upstate New York’s largest teaching hospitals.

About Albany, NY: Albany offers an excellent quality of life with access to affordable housing, highly rated schools, and a vibrant cultural scene. Located near New York City, Boston, and Montreal, Albany also provides ample opportunities for year-round outdoor activities in the Adirondack Mountains and nearby lakes. The area is ideal for professionals and families seeking a balanced lifestyle with both urban and suburban living options.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to:
Physician Recruitment
[e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer: Albany Medical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.