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The Opportunity/Position Description

This opportunity to join the Department of Pediatrics at the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons at the rank of Assistant Professor of Pediatrics is an exciting one. Columbia University Irving Medical Center, one of the nation's foremost academic health science centers, collaborates with New York-Presbyterian Hospital, a premier health system. The desired candidate specializes in non-invasive imaging and community pediatric cardiology. Candidates must be board certified or eligible in Pediatric Cardiology.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain timely and complete EPIC chart notes, reports, and communication with primary care/referring physicians and other relevant subspecialty physicians. Participate in multidisciplinary clinical management initiatives within Pediatric Cardiology.
• Participate in division and department quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain varied hours on a rotated schedule with other physicians to ensure coverage during non-business hours.
• Comply with billing, coding, documentation, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in divisional conferences, Department of Pediatrics grand rounds, morbidity and mortality conferences, and faculty development education.
• Additional clinical responsibilities include outpatient care at Paramus and local hospital Cardiology coverage, weekly echo lab readings, 2-3 weeks of inpatient service, conference preparation, and on-call duties. Academic advancement in research, education, or applied healthcare is supported and encouraged.

Commitment to Diversity

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Educator. The university values a diverse faculty and staff and encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. We welcome applicants with nontraditional career paths, those who have taken time off for family reasons, or who have achieved excellence outside academia. The university supports work-life balance and is interested in candidates with a record of mentoring underrepresented groups and research interests in diversity and equal opportunity.

Professional Experience/Qualifications

• MD or DO degree with an active NYS Medical License.
• Board certification in Pediatric Cardiology.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective interdisciplinary relationships.
• Ability to foster a high-energy, results-oriented work environment that values collaboration and success sharing.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary will be determined based on factors including departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, and training. The listed range is an estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting.