Chief of the Cardiology Division
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1536, East 77th Street, Florence-Firestone, Firestone Park, Los Angeles County, California, 90001, United States
About the Role
The Chief of the Cardiology Division at VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (VAGLAHS) will lead and oversee all aspects of cardiology care, education, research, and mentorship in a dynamic academic and clinical environment. This role is designed to bring your expertise to a collaborative setting that emphasizes patient-centered care for our nation's Veterans.
As the leader of the division, you will provide direct patient care in non-invasive and/or invasive cardiology while fostering cross-disciplinary clinical, educational, and research collaborations. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute strategically with vision, communication, and emotional intelligence, ensuring the advancement of the department's objectives.
Academic and Research Opportunities
You will collaborate closely with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA in education and research. This role supports and advances departmental research objectives, including the start-up of new research programs. You will have the chance to foster and participate in specialized clinical and research programs focusing on cardiomyopathy, cardiac imaging, and arrhythmia.
Additionally, you will supervise, mentor, and teach trainees in general and advanced cardiology subspecialty programs, playing a key role in developing clinician scientists and advising underrepresented groups.
Application and Eligibility
Candidates must be a US Citizen with a current, full, and unrestricted medical license. The successful candidate will maintain eligibility for a UCLA faculty appointment at the Associate or full Professor level and for VA credentialing. Please note that this position requires Board Certification and an MD or equivalent degree.
Work location
Work model: On-site
1536, East 77th Street, Florence-Firestone, Firestone Park, Los Angeles County, California, 90001, United States
Firestone Park, California
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleLead the Cardiology Division overseeing inpatient and outpatient care and procedures
- check_circlePromote cross-disciplinary clinical, educational, and research collaborations
- check_circleSupervise, mentor, and teach trainees in general and advanced cardiology programs
- check_circleProvide direct patient care in non-invasive and invasive cardiology specialties
- check_circleDevelop clinician scientists and advise underrepresented groups
- check_circleSupport and advance departmental research objectives including program start-ups
Requirements
- verifiedMD or equivalent
- verifiedBoard Certified
- verifiedUS Citizen
- verifiedcurrent, full, and unrestricted license
- verifiedeligibility for UCLA faculty appointment at Associate or full Professor level
- verifiedVA credentialing
Benefits & Perks
check_circle50-55 days of PTO annually including 11 holidayscheck_circleFree liability protection with tail coverage for malpracticecheck_circleDental, Medical, and Life Insurance coveragecheck_circlePension plan and TSP (401K) with 5% matchSurvivor benefits included
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Echocardiography, Tee, Nuclear Cardiology, Stress Testing, Electrophysiology, Cardiac Catheterization, Cardiomyopathy, Cardiac Imaging, Arrhythmia.
Education: MD or equivalent required.
Frequently asked questions about Chief of the Cardiology Division at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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In this Chief of the Cardiology Division at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs role, you will lead the cardiology division overseeing inpatient and outpatient care and procedures; promote cross-disciplinary clinical, educational, and research collaborations; supervise, mentor, and teach trainees in general and advanced cardiology programs; and provide direct patient care in non-invasive and invasive cardiology specialties.
What are the requirements for this Chief of the Cardiology Division role?expand_more
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: MD or equivalent; Board Certified; US Citizen; current, full, and unrestricted license; eligibility for UCLA faculty appointment at Associate or full Professor level; and VA credentialing.
Where is the Chief of the Cardiology Division role at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs located?expand_more
Chief of the Cardiology Division at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is based in 1536, East 77th Street, Florence-Firestone, Firestone Park, Los Angeles County, California, 90001, United States. This is a on-site role.
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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has listed this Chief of the Cardiology Division role as on-site.
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Candidates for Chief of the Cardiology Division at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs should have executive.
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Key skills for Chief of the Cardiology Division at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs include Echocardiography; Tee; Nuclear Cardiology; Stress Testing; Electrophysiology; Cardiac Catheterization; Cardiomyopathy; and Cardiac Imaging.
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Educational requirements for this role: MD or equivalent required.
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Chief of the Cardiology Division at U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.