The Division of Pediatric Cardiology at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center ( LSUHSC ) and the Heart Center of the Manning Family Childrens Hospital of New Orleans is seeking an academic Pediatric Cardiologist to serve as Division Chief of Pediatric Cardiology and Director of Cardiology at Manning Family Childrens. We are seeking candidates with experience in developing academic clinical programs.
Appointment will be at the academic rank of Associate Professor or Professor; rank and track will be determined by the candidates credentials and academic achievements. The successful candidate will be active clinically in their area of expertise and supervise the collaborative academic service needs of the Department of Pediatrics and Manning Family Childrens. The incumbent will work in conjunction with the Cardiothoracic Surgery team and other specialists to develop a multidisciplinary and interprofessional approach to the care of pediatric cardiology patients. There is an ACGME -accredited Pediatric Cardiology fellowship training program. There are excellent opportunities for clinical, translational, and basic research, particularly with the LSUHSC Cardiovascular Center of Excellence.
The Heart Center Faculty includes a team of 25 physicians including seven cardiac intensivists, two cardiac surgeons, and 4 cardiac anesthesiologists. Subspecialty care in the Heart Center includes non-invasive imaging, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, expertise in Fontan management, home-monitoring, neurodevelopment, pulmonary hypertension, pediatric coronary artery disease, and heart failure. Currently, approximately 300 heart catheterizations (75% interventional) and 300 cardiothoracic surgeries, and 11,000 ambulatory visits are performed each year at Manning Family Childrens.
Manning Family Childrens is a 263-bed, not-for-profit pediatric medical center offering a comprehensive range of services for children from birth to 21 years, with more than 600 pediatric providers solely dedicated to the care of kids. With an unwavering commitment to child health, we have proudly served as the Gulf Souths only comprehensive childrens hospital for 70 years transforming countless lives since we first opened our doors in 1955. Manning Family Childrens is proud to provide the highest level of care for children from across the Gulf South. Just last year, we cared for 585,000 children the most ever in our history.
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Position offers competitive benefits, and a compensation package commensurate with training and experience.
Additional Position Information
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education
Required Education MD or equivalent
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Certifications/Licenses Required
Certifications/Licenses Required BC/BE (or equivalent) in Pediatric Cardiology, licensed to practice medicine in the State of Louisiana and credentialed with all required entities before start date.
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Indicate the minimum number of years required to do the job 5 years
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Indicate the type of experience required to do the job Experience in teaching and patient care in the area of Pediatric Cardiology; qualify for the academic rank of Associate Professor or Professor
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Posting Number
Posting Number U01551P
Number of Vacancies
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date
Desired Start Date 01/01/2026
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Application Review Date to Begin
Application Review Date to Begin 07/21/2025
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EEO Statement
LSU Health New Orleans seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate where students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds have equitable access and success opportunities. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome all to apply without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. LSU Health New Orleans is also designated as a State As a Model Employer ( SAME ) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ( ).
About the School/Department
Comprehensive benefits are available to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; generous annual and sick leave; 14 paid holidays per year; and an employee health primary care clinic. See following link for more details on our benefits offerings: LSUHSC , New Orleans Benefits
Other employee benefits include a full-service credit union, wellness benefits featuring complimentary fitness center membership for employees and their spouses, employee assistance program, campus assistance program, and pet insurance option. More information about these benefits can be found on this webpage: Additional Benefits
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