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Children's Heart Center: Physician- Director Heart Failure, Transplant, and Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Program-WVU Medicine Children’s, Children’s Heart Center
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WVU Medicine Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.
The West Virginia University Health System, the state’s largest health system and largest private employer, comprises 18 hospitals throughout the state and bordering states. In addition, it includes five institutes, as well as providing management services for other local hospitals through affiliate agreements.
Whether you are caring for our patients at one of the critical access hospitals, community sites, regional or academic medical centers, we are all one WVU Health System.
Work Here. Thrive Here.
Additional Job Description
Director Heart Failure, Transplant, and Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Program-WVU Medicine Children’s,
Children’s Heart Center
West Virginia University School of Medicine and the Department of Pediatrics
seek a Pediatric Cardiologist qualified for appointment at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank. The successful candidate will be expected to practice in Morgantown, West Virginia.
The successful candidate will join our growing Division of Pediatric Cardiology and will support our patient population on the Children’s Hospital campus and throughout the state through our robust pediatric cardiology outreach program that includes outreach clinics with diagnostic testing. We currently have specialists in the areas of fetal cardiology, general pediatric cardiology, advanced imaging, interventional catheterization, noninvasive and invasive electrophysiology, adult congenital heart disease, and preventative cardiology. Our pediatric cardiology program is supported by a dedicated cardiac intensive care unit staffed with healthcare professionals specifically trained in managing complex cardiac conditions.
Duties: The successful candidate will oversee and supervise the Heart Failure, Transplant, and VAD program. The duties assigned will be complemented and supported by an advanced practice professional. In addition to providing excellent patient care, the successful candidate will also be actively involved in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows .
Qualifications: Candidate must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible for state medical license. Successful candidate must have completed a Pediatric residency program, as well as a Pediatric Cardiology fellowship program. Ideal candidates would have additional formal training in pediatric heart failure/transplant or extensive experience in areas of VAD and pediatric cardiac transplant. Successful candidates must be board certified / eligible in Pediatric Cardiology. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.
WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital is a tertiary care center for the state of West Virginia, Western Maryland, Southwestern Pennsylvania, as well as Southeastern Ohio. We have West Virginia’s only cardiothoracic surgery program and offer surgical interventions for the full range of congenital heart defects, including complex single ventricle neonates through adults with congenital heart disease. We have a robust ECMO program with dedicated pediatric perfusionists to support cardiac and non-cardiac diseases.
Our new 150 bed Children’s Hospital includes dedicated cardiac operating rooms, a hybrid cardiac EP and interventional catheterization lab, and dedicated pediatric cardiac anesthesia staff. The hospital includes 34 pediatric beds, the only level 4 NICU in the state, a dedicated Cancer Institute, a Pediatric Emergency Department with Rapid Care, and dedicated PICU and CICU services. WVU Medicine Children’s is a Level 2 Pediatric Trauma Center, with plans to become Level 1, as it is for adults currently. The Birthing Center houses a 30-bed obstetrical unit and the maternal-fetal medicine clinic. WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital is the only hospital in West Virginia with a pediatric cardiac surgery program, the only epilepsy monitoring unit in the state equipped to serve children, and the only hospital in the state to receive Magnet status for nursing excellence.
The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginia’s largest health system and the state’s largest employer. The System has undergone significant expansion in specialty and sub-specialty care in areas such as cancer, heart and vascular, and neuroscience, among many others. The Health System operates West Virginia’s first and only multi-organ transplant center.
Today, the WVU Health System has more than 2,400 licensed beds, 3,900 providers, and nearly 30,000 employees. Anchored by a 700-bed academic medical center in Morgantown, the Health System includes more than 20 member hospitals that collectively serve a multi-state region that includes West Virginia, Western Maryland, Eastern Ohio, and Southwestern Pennsylvania. To learn more, visit WVUMedicine.org.
Morgantown is consistently rated as one of the best small metropolitan areas in the country for both lifestyle and business climate. The area offers the cultural diversity and amenities of a large city in a safe, family-friendly environment. There is also an excellent school system and an abundance of beautiful homes and recreational activities. Morgantown is located just over an hour south of Pittsburgh, PA and three hours from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, MD.
Depending on operational needs, a successful candidate may also be assigned to provide services at additional worksites in West Virginia to provide outreach clinic services. In such instances, travel would be anticipated and expected to fulfill said duties at these additional sites.
Build your legacy as you serve, teach, learn, and make a difference from day one. To learn more, visit https://medicine.wvu.edu/pediatrics/ and apply online at www.wvumedicine.org/careers.
For Additional Questions, Please Contact
Jai P. Udassi, MD, FAAP, FAHA, FACC
Director, WVU Medicine Children’s Heart Center of Excellence
jai.udassi1@hsc.wvu.edu
Mobile: (352) 284-7897
Christopher E. Mascio, MD
Professor & Division Chief, Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery
Executive Director, WVU Medicine Children’s Heart Center of Excellence christopher.mascio@wvumedicine.org
Mobile: (267) 254-2115
Megan Core
Senior Physician Recruiter megan.core@wvumedicine.org
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Shift:
United States of America (Exempt)
Company
UHA University Health Associates
Cost Center
8234 UHA CH Pediatrics Admin and Education
Address
1 Medical Center Drive
Morgantown
West Virginia
Equal Opportunity Employer
University Health Associates and its subsidiaries (collectively "UHA") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. UHA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All UHA employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Children's Heart Center: Physician- Director Heart Failure, Transplant, and Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Program-WVU Medicine Children’s, Children’s Heart Center
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1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Children's Heart Center: Physician- Director Heart Failure, Transplant, and Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Program-WVU Medicine Children’s, Children’s Heart Center
role at
WVU Medicine Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.
The West Virginia University Health System, the state’s largest health system and largest private employer, comprises 18 hospitals throughout the state and bordering states. In addition, it includes five institutes, as well as providing management services for other local hospitals through affiliate agreements.
Whether you are caring for our patients at one of the critical access hospitals, community sites, regional or academic medical centers, we are all one WVU Health System.
Work Here. Thrive Here.
Additional Job Description
Director Heart Failure, Transplant, and Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Program-WVU Medicine Children’s,
Children’s Heart Center
West Virginia University School of Medicine and the Department of Pediatrics
seek a Pediatric Cardiologist qualified for appointment at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank. The successful candidate will be expected to practice in Morgantown, West Virginia.
The successful candidate will join our growing Division of Pediatric Cardiology and will support our patient population on the Children’s Hospital campus and throughout the state through our robust pediatric cardiology outreach program that includes outreach clinics with diagnostic testing. We currently have specialists in the areas of fetal cardiology, general pediatric cardiology, advanced imaging, interventional catheterization, noninvasive and invasive electrophysiology, adult congenital heart disease, and preventative cardiology. Our pediatric cardiology program is supported by a dedicated cardiac intensive care unit staffed with healthcare professionals specifically trained in managing complex cardiac conditions.
Duties: The successful candidate will oversee and supervise the Heart Failure, Transplant, and VAD program. The duties assigned will be complemented and supported by an advanced practice professional. In addition to providing excellent patient care, the successful candidate will also be actively involved in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows .
Qualifications: Candidate must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible for state medical license. Successful candidate must have completed a Pediatric residency program, as well as a Pediatric Cardiology fellowship program. Ideal candidates would have additional formal training in pediatric heart failure/transplant or extensive experience in areas of VAD and pediatric cardiac transplant. Successful candidates must be board certified / eligible in Pediatric Cardiology. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.
WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital is a tertiary care center for the state of West Virginia, Western Maryland, Southwestern Pennsylvania, as well as Southeastern Ohio. We have West Virginia’s only cardiothoracic surgery program and offer surgical interventions for the full range of congenital heart defects, including complex single ventricle neonates through adults with congenital heart disease. We have a robust ECMO program with dedicated pediatric perfusionists to support cardiac and non-cardiac diseases.
Our new 150 bed Children’s Hospital includes dedicated cardiac operating rooms, a hybrid cardiac EP and interventional catheterization lab, and dedicated pediatric cardiac anesthesia staff. The hospital includes 34 pediatric beds, the only level 4 NICU in the state, a dedicated Cancer Institute, a Pediatric Emergency Department with Rapid Care, and dedicated PICU and CICU services. WVU Medicine Children’s is a Level 2 Pediatric Trauma Center, with plans to become Level 1, as it is for adults currently. The Birthing Center houses a 30-bed obstetrical unit and the maternal-fetal medicine clinic. WVU Medicine Children’s Hospital is the only hospital in West Virginia with a pediatric cardiac surgery program, the only epilepsy monitoring unit in the state equipped to serve children, and the only hospital in the state to receive Magnet status for nursing excellence.
The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginia’s largest health system and the state’s largest employer. The System has undergone significant expansion in specialty and sub-specialty care in areas such as cancer, heart and vascular, and neuroscience, among many others. The Health System operates West Virginia’s first and only multi-organ transplant center.
Today, the WVU Health System has more than 2,400 licensed beds, 3,900 providers, and nearly 30,000 employees. Anchored by a 700-bed academic medical center in Morgantown, the Health System includes more than 20 member hospitals that collectively serve a multi-state region that includes West Virginia, Western Maryland, Eastern Ohio, and Southwestern Pennsylvania. To learn more, visit WVUMedicine.org.
Morgantown is consistently rated as one of the best small metropolitan areas in the country for both lifestyle and business climate. The area offers the cultural diversity and amenities of a large city in a safe, family-friendly environment. There is also an excellent school system and an abundance of beautiful homes and recreational activities. Morgantown is located just over an hour south of Pittsburgh, PA and three hours from Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, MD.
Depending on operational needs, a successful candidate may also be assigned to provide services at additional worksites in West Virginia to provide outreach clinic services. In such instances, travel would be anticipated and expected to fulfill said duties at these additional sites.
Build your legacy as you serve, teach, learn, and make a difference from day one. To learn more, visit https://medicine.wvu.edu/pediatrics/ and apply online at www.wvumedicine.org/careers.
For Additional Questions, Please Contact
Jai P. Udassi, MD, FAAP, FAHA, FACC
Director, WVU Medicine Children’s Heart Center of Excellence
jai.udassi1@hsc.wvu.edu
Mobile: (352) 284-7897
Christopher E. Mascio, MD
Professor & Division Chief, Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery
Executive Director, WVU Medicine Children’s Heart Center of Excellence christopher.mascio@wvumedicine.org
Mobile: (267) 254-2115
Megan Core
Senior Physician Recruiter megan.core@wvumedicine.org
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Shift:
United States of America (Exempt)
Company
UHA University Health Associates
Cost Center
8234 UHA CH Pediatrics Admin and Education
Address
1 Medical Center Drive
Morgantown
West Virginia
Equal Opportunity Employer
University Health Associates and its subsidiaries (collectively "UHA") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. UHA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All UHA employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment. Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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