Senior Pediatric Acute Care Cardiologist & Professor

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic health center in Houston is inviting applications for a full-time Pediatric Acute Care Cardiologist. The successful candidate will provide direct patient care, supervise trainees, and engage in research and teaching. This role includes working in a multidisciplinary team in an internationally recognized children's heart institute. The ideal candidate will have expertise in inpatient cardiology and quality improvement, alongside strong communication skills. A Texas Medical License is required, and Board Certification in Pediatrics is preferred.

Qualifications

• Texas Medical License or eligibility for a Texas Faculty Temporary License.
• Board Certified in Pediatrics and Board Certified/eligible in Pediatric Cardiology.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and supervise medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Develop and sustain an environment supporting excellence in patient care.
• Participate in departmental quality improvement planning.
• Identify and recommend new programs to meet patient needs.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to clinical staff.
• Serve as a role model in professional behavior.
• Maintain professional growth through continued education.

Skills

Pediatric cardiology expertise

Inpatient cardiology proficiency

Quality improvement

Patient safety

Education

Texas Medical License or eligibility

Board Certified in Pediatrics

Board Certified/eligible in Pediatric Cardiology

Job description

A leading academic health center in Houston is inviting applications for a full-time Pediatric Acute Care Cardiologist. The successful candidate will provide direct patient care, supervise trainees, and engage in research and teaching. This role includes working in a multidisciplinary team in an internationally recognized children's heart institute. The ideal candidate will have expertise in inpatient cardiology and quality improvement, alongside strong communication skills. A Texas Medical License is required, and Board Certification in Pediatrics is preferred.