Physician Cardiologist Advanced Heart Failure Heart Transplantation
Physician Cardiologist Advanced Heart Failure Heart Transplantation
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Position Summary / Career Interest:
The University of Kansas Health System Department of Cardiovascular Medicine is seeking a clinically oriented and energetic CHF/VAD/Heart Transplant cardiologist to join the Division of Advanced Heart Failure Therapeutics & Cardiac Transplantation. Currently the division has 5 ABIM Boardcertified CHF/VAD/Heart Transplant faculty members all of whom trained at worldclass institutions. In addition there are 2 highly skilled and dedicated CVTS surgeons on the KU team. The CHF/VAD/Heart Transplant Program at KU is very robust and has seen exponential growth in volume over the past 56 years. Over the past 5 years KU has performed 4047 heart transplants and 4550 LVADs per year. Over the next 35 years the program is looking to grow to 6080 heart transplants per year along with 5070 LVADs per year. Finally the program has significant and unwavering support from the institution regarding nursing and physician extender support as well as infrastructure support.
About the position:
Clinical practice and teaching activities are based at the University of Kansas Health System with satellite clinic locations and accredited outpatient diagnostic centers
Clinical activities will include consultative cardiology to include complex heart failure management pre and post VAD management pre and post cardiac transplant management and also noninvasive cardiac imaging
Opportunities to engage in clinical and research programs in the breadth of cardiovascular medicine
Participate in educational conferences
Academic appointment
Required Qualifications:
Board Certified/Eligible by the ABIM in Advanced Heart Failure & Heart Transplantation
Completion of AHFTC Fellowship Program
Must be energetic motivated and collegial with a strong commitment to education and training of cardiovascular fellows residents and medical students
Must have excellent interpersonal skills to communicate clearly and concisely with all levels of nursing physicians and administration
Eligible for licensure in Kansas and Missouri
Benefits and compensation:
Generous retirement contribution
Relocation assistance
Health dental vision insurance
CME allowance
LTD/STD and Life insurance
Professional liability insurance
About The University of Kansas Hospital:
Recognized as one of the top hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report The University of Kansas Hospital is a 1045bed academic medical center and Level 1 trauma center with a mission to lead in the discovery of new knowledge deliver outstanding patient care in this region and beyond and educate the healthcare professionals of tomorrow. The health system consistently earning national recognition for outstanding quality and safety in several medical specialties is known for its Center for Advanced Heart Care Center for Transplantation Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center and NCIdesignated Comprehensive Cancer Center. Magnet designation is proof of our hardearned commitment to nursing excellence.
About Kansas City:
A metropolitan area of 2.3 million people Kansas City offers the diversity and excitement of a large city with the charm and convenience of Midwest living. Walkable treelined neighborhoods surround the campus which is within close proximity to the citys top destinations including the Kauffman Center of Performing Arts Union Station & Science City National WWI Museum NelsonAtkins Museum of Art as well as the Country Club Plaza a shopping district celebrated for its architectural design.
Overall the Kansas City metropolitan area is a diverse and dynamic region with a rich cultural heritage a strong economy a vibrant downtown area and a wide range of recreational and educational opportunities. It offers a high quality of life for its residents and attracts visitors from around the region and beyond. Residents enjoy safe suburban neighborhoods great restaurants and shopping miles of bike paths parks and lakes excellent schools (public private and universities for higher education).
The University of Kansas Health System is the official healthcare provider for the Kansas City Chiefs Kansas City Royals KC Current and TMobile Center. Kansas City is also home to Sporting KC Kansas City Mavericks and we will be hosting the World Cup! Visit for more information about Kansas City.
For more information please submit CV and letter of interest to:
Darci Deskin Senior Physician Recruiter
913.951.7748 cell
Time Type:
Full timeJob Requisition ID:
R30234We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a persons race color religion sex (including pregnancy gender identity and sexual orientation) national origin ancestry age 40 or older) disability veteran status or genetic information.
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