Lead Director, Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging

VA Portland Health Care System; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 380,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment/Relocation Incentive

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP

Paid Time Off: 50-55 days/year

CME reimbursement

Job summary

VA Portland Health Care System in Portland seeks an early- to mid-career cardiologist with advanced cardiovascular imaging fellowship training to lead and grow the imaging program. This position offers an academic appointment at OHSU and opportunities to teach fellows, participate in research, and contribute to quality improvement within a VA–university partnership.

The role includes directing imaging services (CMR, CT, nuclear), faculty mentorship, and clinical leadership while caring for

Qualifications

• Board certification in cardiovascular disease or eligibility.
• Completion of accredited cardiology fellowship required.
• Imaging training in advanced cardiovascular imaging preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and shape the advanced cardiovascular imaging program (CMR, CT, nuclear).
• Provide structured mentorship during initial years in role.
• Hold an academic appointment at OHSU and teach fellows/residents.
• Engage in research, quality improvement and health systems innovation.
• Collaborate within a VA–university partnership for education and care.

Skills

Academic leadership

Mentorship

Teaching fellows

Clinical cardio expertise

Education

Board Certification in Cardiovascular Disease

Accredited cardiology fellowship

Imaging fellowship/training (CMR/CT/Nuclear)

Tools

Echocardiography

Cardiac CT

Cardiac MRI

Job description

VA Portland Health Care System in Portland seeks an early- to mid-career cardiologist with advanced cardiovascular imaging fellowship training to lead and grow the imaging program. This position offers an academic appointment at OHSU and opportunities to teach fellows, participate in research, and contribute to quality improvement within a VA–university partnership.

The role includes directing imaging services (CMR, CT, nuclear), faculty mentorship, and clinical leadership while caring for