Chief of Pediatric and Congenital Cardiology Physician

Description

Specialization:
Cardiology Adult Congenital Heart Disease

Job Summary:

The Methodist Congenital Heart Institute and Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas seek a visionary physician leader to serve as Chief of Pediatric Cardiology and Co-Director of the Methodist Congenital Heart Institute.

This prestigious leadership role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of congenital heart care in a thriving, multidisciplinary environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for the strategic direction, operational management, and continued growth of a comprehensive pediatric cardiology program, which includes a large inpatient service, a robust outpatient clinic, and a diverse team of subspecialists. 

This role is further distinguished by its integration into a powerful national and international consortium of six HCA Congenital Heart Programs (Methodist San Antonio, Medical City Dallas, Woman’s Hospital Houston, Sunrise Las Vegas, Rocky Mountain Denver, Portland Hospital London), providing unparalleled collaboration, shared expertise, and access to cutting-edge resources across a broad geographic footprint. The scale of this support network amplifies the Institute’s ability to deliver world-class care, drive innovation, and lead transformative research in congenital heart disease. The Chief will be positioned to influence congenital heart care not only regionally, but across a global platform of excellence.

Key responsibilities include:

• Driving clinical excellence across all facets of pediatric cardiology, ensuring the highest standards of patient care.
• Leading recruitment efforts to attract top-tier talent and build a world-class team of physicians, advanced practice providers, and support staff.
• Fostering programmatic growth through innovative service line development, strategic partnerships, and expansion of regional outreach.
• Championing academic and research initiatives, including collaboration with medical schools and participation in national and international congenital heart networks.
• Engaging in business development activities to enhance visibility, strengthen referral relationships, and position the Institute as a leader in congenital heart care.
• Participating in the international HCA Congenital Heart Collaborative, contributing to global advancements in pediatric cardiac care.

This is a rare opportunity for a dynamic leader to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families, while advancing the mission of a nationally recognized congenital heart program.

Qualified Candidates:

• Board certification in pediatric cardiology with demonstrated clinical excellence
• Strong, proven leadership and management skills
• Collaborative approach to bridge multiple service lines intersecting within the Heart Institute
• Commitment to growth and innovation throughout the program
• Interest in international partnership across the 5-program HCA Congenital Heart Collaborative

Position Details & Incentive/Benefits Package:
 

• As the Chief of Pediatric Cardiology, you will join a dedicated, passionate and collaborative team at the Methodist Congenital Heart Institute
• Contribute to the global advancement of pediatric cardiac care through active participation in the international HCA Congenital Heart Collaborative
• Collaborate with a multispecialty pediatric/congenital cardiology team to provide exceptional patient care
• Employed position with Physician Services Group (PSG)
• Highly competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package

About Methodist Congenital Heart Institute and Methodist Children’s Hospital:
 

• The Methodist Congenital Heart Institute boasts sub-specialty expertise in Congenital Cardiac and Fetal Imaging, Interventional Cardiology, Inpatient Cardiology, Cardiac Intensive Care, and Adult Congenital Cardiology
• Largest congenital heart program in San Antonio for pediatrics and adults
• Largest adult heart failure program in South Texas with future plans for pediatric heart transplantation and advanced mechanical circulatory support
• 228-bed facility with seven pediatric operating suites within the 1037-bed Methodist Hospital campus
• 94 NICU beds and a 24-bed dedicated pediatric cardiovascular intensive care unit
• The congenital heart program enjoys an extensive catchment area and rapidly growing referral base in South and West Texas, with 40% of volume neonates
• First Level IV NICU in San Antonio and one of the largest in the region
• First pediatric aortic heart valve procedure in Texas
• Methodist Healthcare System is a 50-50 co-ownership between Methodist Healthcare Ministries, South Texas’ largest non-public funding source of community health care, contributing $976 million since 1995; and HCA Healthcare, the nation’s leading provider of healthcare services.  Methodist Children’s Hospital is one of the system’s nine acute care hospitals

San Antonio is the nation’s 7th largest city and home to 2.5 million people and is experiencing solid economic growth in industries such as bioscience and healthcare, aerospace, IT and cybersecurity and green technologies. San Antonio's MSA is expected to add up to 1.1 million new residents and 500,000 new jobs by 2040. This growing city offers big-city amenities and world-renowned attractions coupled with a relaxed and inviting atmospheres for all ages. San Antonio residents also enjoy a cost of living slightly below the national average due to lower housing costs, as well as no state income tax.