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Phoenix Children's lists this Medical Director, Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) opportunity in gilbert, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Medical Director, Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD)
Phoenix Children's
Position Overview
Phoenix Children's is seeking a Medical Director of Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) to lead a nationally recognized program. This outstanding opportunity is ideal for a physician leader passionate about high-quality, patient-centered care and dedicated to advancing the lives of adults with congenital heart disease through clinical excellence, collaboration, and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care
Provide high-quality outpatient and inpatient care to adult congenital heart disease patients.
Deliver inpatient ACHD care at Phoenix Children's and Dignity-St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
Program Leadership & Strategy
Serve as Medical Director for the ACHD program with strategic vision and clinical oversight.
Lead program growth initiatives, quality improvement efforts, and innovation in ACHD care delivery.
Maintain and advance ACHA Accredited Comprehensive Care Center standards.
Represent the ACHD program internally and externally at institutional, regional, and national levels.
Education & Mentorship
Teach and mentor medical students, residents, pediatric cardiology fellows, and adult cardiovascular disease fellows.
Support faculty development and foster a collaborative academic environment.
Research & Advocacy
Participate in and/or lead ACHD-focused research initiatives.
Engage in statewide and national advocacy efforts.
Facility & Program Information
Largest ACHD program in Arizona and the state's only ACHA Accredited Comprehensive Care Center
26 cardiologists
15 cardiac intensivists
3 cardiovascular surgeons
21 advanced practice providers
Ambulatory cardiac services are provided throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area, with outreach clinics across greater Arizona. Inpatient ACHD care occurs at Phoenix Children's and at Dignity-St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, a major academic medical center that includes the Norton Thoracic Institute and Barrow Neurological Institute.
Community
Phoenix is the fifth largest city in the United States and offers year round sunshine, abundant outdoor recreation, and a high quality of life. The region provides easy access to mountains, lakes, and coastal destinations.
Qualifications
MD or equivalent degree
Board certified in Pediatric Cardiology (American Board of Pediatrics)
Board certified in Adult Congenital Heart Disease (American Board of Internal Medicine)
Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in the State of Arizona
Demonstrated leadership experience or strong interest in medical directorship and program development
Academic Affiliation
Phoenix Children's Hospital is affiliated with the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Phoenix. ACHD cardiologists hold academic appointments within the Divisions of Child Health and Internal Medicine.
Contact Information
For questions or inquiries, please contact:
David Blaha
Physician Talent Acquisition Partner
Worksite address
gilbert, AZ, 85233, US
Who can apply
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