Cardiology Program Director Need in FL

Cardiology Program Director Need in FL
Located in Gainesville, Florida
Full-Time & Permanent

Seeking a BE/BC Cardiologist to join private practice. Collaboration between UCF COM in launching a new ACGME-accredited fellowship program to start in 2027!

Duties Clinically:

- In need of an Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist to join growing cardiology initiative and provide visionary leadership, mentorship and oversight to our new Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program as Program Director.
- Ideal candidates will bring a passion for teaching, leadership, and clinical excellence as they:
Provide advanced heart failure, general cardiology, and mechanical circulatory support (MCS) care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Participate in multidisciplinary heart failure, and cardiogenic shock programs.
Help develop an Advanced Heart Failure Network, regionally, across a 15 hospital division.
Interpret echocardiograms and perform other cardiac procedures as appropriate to subspecialty training.
Share in attending responsibilities for general cardiology and advanced heart failure inpatient services.
Participate in clinical research and quality improvement initiatives.

Duties Educationally:

- Serve as Program Director for the Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program, in accordance with ACGME requirements.
- Oversee curriculum development, trainee recruitment, evaluation, and progression.
- Mentor fellows and residents in clinical and scholarly activities.
- Foster a culture of academic excellence, professionalism, and innovation in cardiovascular education.
- Collaborate with institutional UCF COM Graduate Medical Education leadership to ensure program compliance and continuous improvement.

Research And Academic Duties:

- Engage in clinical or translational research in heart failure, transplantation, or general cardiovascular medicine.
- Contribute to peer-reviewed publications and presentations at national meetings.
- Support grant development and scholarly collaboration within the Division and Department.

Qualifications & Requirements:

- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology fellowship.
- Must have at least three (3) years of documented educational and / or administrative experience in an ACGME-accredited internal medicine residency OR cardiovascular disease fellowship.
- Proven ability to balance administrative leadership with hands-on teaching and clinical care.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and team-building skills.
- Demonstrated scholarly activity (e.g., peer-reviewed research, publications, national presentations, committee involvement) is highly encouraged.
- Academic rank and salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Incentive Information we were Given:

- Direct employment with the private practice.
- Faculty appointment with UCF College of Medicine.
- Collaborative opportunities with UCF COM faculty.
- Partnership track.
- Comprehensive support system for clinical and academic success.

Location:

Nestled in North Central Florida, Gainesville is renowned for its preservation of historic buildings, vibrant art scene, cultural diversity, and the natural beauty of its surroundings, including springs, lakes, outdoor parks, and museums. With convenient proximity to both coasts, Gainesville offers easy access to sandy beaches and Florida’s renowned attractions. Recognized as one of Florida’s most livable cities, Gainesville blends small-town charm with innovative urban amenities.