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This is an outstanding opportunity to join a vibrant and collegial academic environment. The Division of Pediatric Cardiology at the University of Utah School of Medicine has an immediate opening for an Adult Congenital Heart Disease ACHD Cardiologist. The Cardiologist will provide cardiac care to children and adults with congenital heart disease in the outpatient and inpatient settings and will participate in night and weekend call coverage in Pediatrics and in the ACHD program. Most pediatric clinical activities will be carried out at Primary Childrens Hospital a tertiary referral center for a threestate area located on the hills overlooking Salt Lake City. Children with congenital heart disease in transition age and adults with congenital heart disease are seen at Primary Childrens Hospital Intermountain Medical Center and at the University of Utah Hospital. In addition to clinical service responsibilities will also include teaching research and administration activities The ACHD provider will be joining a 30member division of Pediatric Cardiology including 4 adult congenital cardiologists 2 adult 2 pediatric cardiology). The Division has a very active clinical program with a growing volume of adults with congenital heart disease. In addition the Division has a thriving fellowship training program a very active clinical research program and a core site in the Pediatric Heart Network funded by the NIH . There will be protected time for clinical research with mentoring available within the Division for clinical research studies. The University of Utah/Department of Pediatrics offers a competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program including noncontributory retirement contributions of 20.2 of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department offers an education loan repayment program in addition to a faculty development and mentoring program designed to help faculty succeed in translational or basic research. Salt Lake City offers an incredible quality of life with a growing economy rich cultural scene with ballet theatre symphony opera and museums outstanding restaurants and a moderate cost of living. The city is a wellknown ski destination and a gateway to the states renowned landscapes. In addition to its 14 ski resorts Utah boasts five scenic national parks (with five more within a days drive) a variety of golf courses allowing for yearround play hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails a picturesque Lake Powell and numerous other outdoor activities. Qualified candidates must have successfully completed a Pediatrics or Internal Medicine/Pediatrics Residency and must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in both Pediatric Cardiology and in Adult Congenital Heart Disease. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure Track at the academic rank commensurate with experience and qualifications. Interested individuals can apply for the position at Cover letter and curriculum vitae are required. For additional information about the position please contact: Antonio G. Cabrera M.D. Division Chief at The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration excellence leadership and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion collaboration innovation accountability diversity integrity quality and trust that is integral to our mission.