Los Angeles, CA

 

The VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (VAGLAHS) and Department of Medicine at David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA is seeking a full-time board-certified cardiologist to serve as Chief, Cardiology Division at VAGLAHS. The Chief of Cardiology will lead a dynamic division which provides comprehensive cardiology patient care including direct and consultative inpatient and outpatient care and cardiology procedures. The Physician will have expertise in non-invasive and/or invasive cardiology, including echocardiography, TEE, nuclear cardiology skills, stress testing, EP, and/or cardiac catheterization and will provide direct patient care and teaching in at least one or more of these areas. The incumbent will report to the Chief of Medical Service assuring the most effective delivery of care in services within the Medical Service.

 

Academically, the VA section of Cardiology is an integral part of the Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and research and education are important pillars of the departmental objectives. Trainees in general and advanced subspeciality cardiology fellowship programs rotate at the VA. Moreover, clinical and research strengths of the VAGLAHS Cardiology division include programs in cardiomyopathy, cardiac imaging and cardiac arrhythmia. VAGLAHS and UCLA provide multiple opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration with outstanding clinicians, educators and researchers. An individual track record of a commitment to and history of mentoring and advising individuals from groups historically underrepresented in medicine is desired. VAGLAHS and UCLA have a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

 

Qualified applicants must have an MD or equivalent, Board-certification in Cardiology, be a US Citizen, and have demonstrated administrative and leadership experience. The successful candidate will combine an exceptional research background, track record of funding and clinical acumen with superb communication skills and emotional intelligence, an inspiring strategic vision, a dedication to mentorship, development of clinician scientists, and a deep commitment to fostering an equitable environment that is inclusive, humanistic, and respects all facets of diversity. The candidate must qualify for a UCLA academic appointment at the Associate or full Professor level. Support for research program start-up is available.

 

Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be received until November 30, 2024. Applicants must also be eligible for appointment at the VA. All qualified applicants, including women and minorities, are encouraged to apply.