Pediatric Cardiologist Specializing in Noninvasive Imaging (Fetal Echocardiography) - University of Utah

Pediatric Cardiologist Specializing in Noninvasive Imaging (Fetal Echocardiography)

The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from all qualified individuals and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty, and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

Position Information

Position/Rank: Pediatric Cardiologist Specializing in Noninvasive Imaging (Fetal Echocardiography) / Rank Dependent on Qualifications

Department: 00848 - Pediatric Administration

City: Salt Lake City, UT

New Position to Begin: Details

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a vibrant and collegial academic environment and work in a children’s hospital ranked as one of the best in the U.S. The Division of Pediatric Cardiology at the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine is seeking Pediatric Cardiologists with expertise in Noninvasive Imaging (Fetal Echocardiography). The ideal candidate will possess expertise in fetal echocardiography in addition to reading transthoracic echoes and performing/reading transesophageal studies. The Fetal Heart Program collaborates with the Grant Scott Bonham Fetal Center, performing fetal interventions including open surgical procedures, interventions for monochorionic twins, and complex deliveries. Noninvasive imaging physicians rotate in covering night and weekend call for emergency TEEs or helping in interpreting complex transthoracic studies. Division members are expected to rotate in covering general cardiology night and weekend call and will participate in general cardiology outpatient clinic and inpatient service, in addition to their duties in their areas of expertise. Clinical responsibilities may also include seeing patients in an outreach clinic setting. Clinical duties will be carried out at Primary Children’s Hospitals and the Division’s outreach sites. In addition to clinical service, there is both opportunity and expectation for academic work, including education, investigation/research, and administration, as well as advocacy.

Qualifications: Qualified candidates must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in Pediatric Cardiology, with focused training in noninvasive imaging, and expertise in fetal echocardiography. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure Track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The Department and University offers a competitive salary and an exceptional benefits program including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers a faculty development and mentoring program designed to foster success in translational or basic research, quality improvement engagement, and excellence as educators.

Salt Lake City is a rapidly growing, vibrant city in the Intermountain West, with a nationally recognized Broadway theater, ballet, symphony, and several professional sports teams. The newly renovated Salt Lake International Airport is a hub for Delta Airlines and has direct flights to many North American cities and daily direct flights to multiple European cities. Outdoor activities are unparalleled: the city is a ski destination and a gateway to the state’s renowned red rock landscapes.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information: All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.

Special Instructions for Candidates: Open Date 11/06/2024, Open Until Filled Yes, Requisition Number PRN03711F, Type Faculty.