Pediatric Cardiology Medical Director - El Paso Children's Hospital
El Paso, TX 79905
About the Job
Position Summary
El Paso Children’s Hospital is seeking a full-time Pediatric Cardiology Medical Director who will lead the division of Pediatric Cardiology, overseeing clinical, educational, and research activities. This role requires providing strategic direction, ensuring the highest standards of patient care, and fostering a collaborative environment for both staff and patients. Additionally, the Pediatric Cardiology Medical Director will mentor junior faculty, advance the department’s academic mission, and represent the division within the hospital and the broader medical community.
The ideal candidate will have a passion for providing exceptional patient care, leadership, and innovation alongside our team of dedicated providers. Although patient care is our primary focus, education and research are also encouraged and supported through our collaboration with Texas Tech University School of Medicine and the Pediatric residency program. Our practice is located in El Paso, TX, providing inpatient and outpatient support for west Texas, Southern New Mexico, and Northern Mexico.
The position encompasses responsibilities in patient care, administration, program development, safety, quality and access for imaging services. This position will work with the leadership of El Paso Children’s Hospital to execute on yearly personal and programmatic goals focused on the fundamentals of extraordinary care: safety, quality, patient experiences, access, and stewardship. Routine patient care will include: Management of acute and intermediate care cardiac patients, inpatient consultation, supervision of advanced practice providers, hospital service, and outpatient clinic.
Required Skills
Skills:
- Clinical Proficiency- Advanced skills in pediatric cardiology imaging including echocardiography, electrocardiography, cardiac catheterization with appropriate training, or other relevant specialization.
- Research Skills-Strong background in clinical or basic science research, with a track record of publications and grant funding.
- Educational Skills- Experience in teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows.
- Technical Skills- Proficiency with medical software, electronic health records (EHR), and cardiology-specific diagnostic tools.
- Organizational Skills- Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
- Cultural Competency- Ability to provide culturally sensitive care and interact effectively with a diverse patient population.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to remain flexible and positive in stressful situations.
- Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.
- Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish).
Required Experience
Minimum Position Requirements
Work Experience:
Minimum of 3 years related experience and/or training.
License/Registration/Certification:
- Must hold an active, unrestricted medical license or eligible to obtain a license to practice medicine in the state of Texas.
- Board-certified/eligible in Pediatric Cardiology by the American Board of Pediatrics (or equivalent)
- Must have a valid Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration.
- CPR/BLS and PALS Certifications are required.
- Current specialty specific cardiopulmonary resuscitation by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Education and Training:
- Completion of a four-year M.D./D.O. degree program and medical residency.
- M.D./D.O. degree or foreign medical equivalent degree.
- Successful completion of an ACGME-accredited Pediatrics Residency Program.
- Successful completion of an ACGME- accredited Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship Program.
- Board Certified in Pediatric Cardiology by the American Board of Pediatrics or eligible to sit for examination in Pediatric Cardiology.
- Experience in teaching students and residents in Pediatric Cardiology.
- Preference will be given to candidates with additional training in Advanced Cardiac Imaging or Interventional Catheterization.
Source : El Paso Children's Hospital