Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology - Physician

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology - Physician at Dignity Health Medical Group - Phoenix - CommonSpirit Health summary:

An Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist provides expert inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure, cardiogenic shock, and heart transplants, utilizing advanced procedures and technologies. This role includes mentoring cardiology fellows and participating in pioneering clinical research to improve cardiac care outcomes. The position is based at a leading academic health center, focusing on both patient care excellence and innovative cardiovascular program development.

• Provide exceptional inpatient care and on-call coverage for patients with advanced heart failure and cardiogenic shock, ensuring their immediate and long-term well-being.
• Deliver outstanding outpatient care, managing a diverse range of heart failure patients and coordinating transplant evaluations.
• Optionally, perform procedures such as right heart catheterizations with exercise and pharmacologic challenges, LVAD hemodynamic RAMP studies, endomyocardial biopsies, and pulmonary artery pressure monitor implants in our state-of-the-art cardiac catheterization lab, utilizing the latest techniques and technologies to improve patient outcomes.
• Play a pivotal role in training and mentoring general cardiology fellows, medical students, and residents at our prestigious academic health center.
• Contribute to groundbreaking clinical research initiatives that drive advancements in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology.

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board certified or Board Eligible in Cardiovascular Diseases.
• Completion of an ABIM-accredited Advanced Heart Failure Fellowship, with board eligibility or certification in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
• Proven experience and proficiency in the management of a breadth of temporary mechanical circulatory support devices including VA-ECMO, Impella CP/RP/5.5, Protek-Duo, IABP, etc.
• Expertise in the peri- and post-operative care of durable VAD and patients with heart transplants
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentoring, with a preference for prior academic experience.
• Possess an entrepreneurial spirit, eager to contribute to the growth and development of our expanding program.
• Ability to obtain full and unrestricted hospital privileges at Dignity Health Arizona hospitals.
• Must obtain Arizona State medical licensure before starting in the position

Join the esteemed team at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, the flagship hub of Dignity Health and a member of CommonSpirit Health, as we seek a highly skilled and ambitious Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist to join our thriving cardiovascular division. This is an unparalleled opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of cardiovascular care and become part of our employed academic group model, renowned for its commitment to excellence. St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a distinguished healthcare institution dedicated to providing exceptional care to our patients. As the flagship hospital of Dignity Health and a member of CommonSpirit Health, the largest not-for-profit health system in the United States, we are at the forefront of advancing cardiology through cutting-edge research, innovative treatments, and compassionate care.

We are seeking an extraordinary Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist who is passionate about shaping the future of cardiovascular care. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to help build our growing cardiovascular division, leveraging your sub-specialty training and expertise. Join our team of renowned physicians, nurse practitioners, and ancillary staff as we deliver comprehensive, high-quality care to patients with heart failure, various cardiomyopathies, pulmonary hypertension, right ventricular dysfunction/failure, cardiogenic shock, durable LVADs, and heart transplants.

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