Pediatric Cardiologist - Non-Invasive Imager with MRI & CT Experience (M67615)

Pediatric Cardiologist - Non-Invasive Imager with MRI & CT Experience (M67615)

Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU Health - Richmond, VA

Mission or Goal of Unit: Childrens Hospital of Richmond at Virginia Commonwealth University Health has committed to the continued transformation of the Division of Pediatric Cardiology into a model for patient and family care that focuses on teamwork, collaboration and dedication in clinical care, teaching, mentoring and research.

Chief Purpose of this position: The Childrens Hospital of Richmond and the School of Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University are committed to the continued growth of the Pediatric Cardiology Division. This growth has led to the need for another cardiologist with training in non-invasive imaging. This individual will focus on growing our robust fetal heart center as well as increasing clinical need for interpretation of Cardiac CTs and MRIs. .  

Position Responsibilities:

1. Clinical- The successful candidate will be responsible for taking the lead in interpretation of cardiac CTs and MRIs in addition to other advanced Pediatric Non-Invasive Imaging modalities. Additionally, they may be called on to perform other duties in Pediatric Cardiology at the discretion of the Chief of the Division.

2. Teaching - The faculty member will have the responsibility of teaching all learners in the area of Pediatric Cardiology with special focus on Cardiac CT and MRI interpretation as well as other forms of Non-Invasive imaging. The ideal candidate will provide guidance and mentorship to sonographers, students, residents, fellows and faculty in the area of Pediatric Cardiology.

3. Research - The faculty member is asked, but not required to participate in clinical and/or basic science research. All research proposed by candidate will be supported by Division and if necessary, their integration into the Childrens Research Center, faculty of Radiology and Cardiology (adult and Pediatrics,) fellows, residents and undergraduate students.

4. Service - Faculty member will serve on Departmental, School of Medicine or National committees when appropriate. They will also be required to maintain all certifications applicable to the successful operation of Cardiac CT and MRI interpretation.

Qualifications:

1. Required

• Board Eligible or Certified in Pediatrics and Cardiology
• Experience with clinical care of patients with congenital cardiac disease
• Experience with education of patients, family members, the community and learners
• A strong desire to perform clinical or basic science research
• Excellent leadership skills
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.

    2. Preferred

• Leadership of a diverse group of individuals
• Advanced training in Cardiac CT and MRI interpretation
• Exceptional skills in Pediatric Non-Invasive Imaging

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