Academic General Cardiologist / Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging Specialist
Academic General Cardiologist / Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging Specialist
Description
Academic General Cardiologist / Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging Specialist
Portland VA Medical Center
Academic Appointment at
Oregon Health & Science University
The Division of Cardiology at the VA Portland Health Care System is seeking an outstanding Academic General Cardiologist with expertise in Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging to join a highly collaborative and mission-driven cardiovascular program in Portland.
This position offers a unique opportunity to build a rewarding academic career within an integrated VA–university partnership while caring for a highly appreciative veteran population. Candidates will join a collegial group of dedicated cardiologists committed to clinical excellence, education, innovation, and advancing cardiovascular care through evidence-based practice and multidisciplinary collaboration.
The ideal candidate will have strong interests in multimodality cardiovascular imaging, medical education, and academic program development. Expertise in echocardiography, cardiac MRI and/or Cardiac CT is particularly desirable.
Why Join Portland VA Cardiology?
The cardiology program at the VA Portland Health Care System combines the strengths of a major academic affiliate with the collegiality and mission focus of the VA healthcare system. Faculty enjoy close collaboration with Oregon Health & Science University and actively participate in fellowship education, research, quality improvement, and program innovation.
This position provides:
A broad and intellectually stimulating clinical cardiology practice
Opportunities to expand and shape advanced cardiovascular imaging programs
Direct involvement in cardiology fellowship and resident education
Academic appointment at OHSU commensurate with qualifications
Opportunities for clinician-educator or clinician-researcher career pathways
Participation in research, quality initiatives, and systems improvement
A supportive and collegial faculty environment with strong interdisciplinary collaboration
Clinical Responsibilities
The successful candidate will provide comprehensive cardiovascular care across multiple clinical settings including:
Outpatient continuity cardiology clinics
Inpatient cardiology consult service
Coronary care unit (CCU) attending service
Telemedicine and electronic consultation services
Clinical responsibilities may also include:
Interpretation of electrocardiograms and cardiac stress testing
Transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography
Electrical cardioversion
Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging
The division is committed to continued growth in advanced cardiovascular imaging and offers opportunities to participate in:
Advanced echocardiography
Cardiac MRI
Multimodality imaging integration
Imaging education and curriculum development
Candidates with advanced imaging expertise and interest in program development are strongly encouraged to apply.
Academic Mission & Teaching
Teaching is a core mission of the cardiology division. Faculty work closely with medical students, internal medicine residents, and cardiology fellows from Oregon Health & Science University in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence in:
Bedside and clinical teaching
Fellowship and resident mentorship
Didactic education
Development of educational curricula
Teaching within imaging and general cardiology
Clinician-educator faculty are encouraged to pursue leadership roles in educational and clinical programs, while clinician-researchers are supported in developing productive academic research programs.
Research, Quality, and Leadership Opportunities
Faculty are encouraged to participate in:
Clinical and outcomes research
Quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
Health systems innovation
Academic scholarship and publications
Programmatic leadership within the cardiovascular service line
The division values physicians who are collaborative, innovative, and committed to continuous improvement in patient care and education.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates should:
Be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiovascular Disease
Have completed an accredited cardiology fellowship
Be eligible for unrestricted medical licensure
Demonstrate strong clinical and interpersonal skills
Have expertise or advanced training in cardiovascular imaging
Certification or eligibility in Echocardiography is strongly preferred.
Life in Portland
Portland offers an exceptional quality of life with access to world-class outdoor recreation, vibrant food and arts communities, excellent schools, and the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Faculty enjoy a balanced lifestyle with easy access to the Oregon coast, Cascade Mountains, hiking, cycling, skiing, and wine country.
Join a division dedicated to delivering exceptional cardiovascular care to veterans while advancing education, innovation, and academic excellence.
Additional information:
A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be offered.
This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year, and possible 5 day paid absence for CME)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.
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Requirements
U.S. Citizenship. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation.
