Pediatric Interventional Cardiologist, Department of Pediatrics

Description

UVA Health Children’s hospital and the Department of Pediatrics are recruiting a full-time Pediatric Interventional Cardiologist to join a collaborative congenital cardiac catheterization program within an integrated Heart Center. The successful candidate will join two other pediatric interventional physicians to deliver advanced transcatheter care for children and adults with congenital heart disease in a culture that emphasizes collegiality, open communication across disciplines, and a strong commitment to innovation and academic growth.

Clinical responsibilities:

• Perform a full spectrum of diagnostic and interventional congenital cardiac catheterization, including neonatal and single ventricle interventions, transcatheter pulmonary valve replacement, Fontan conduit stenting, Impella and other mechanical support–adjacent procedures, and high-volume PDA closure for premature infants.
• Equal share of cath call responsibilities among the interventional team, including nights, weekends and holidays
• Contribute to the inpatient cardiology services and outpatient congenital cardiology clinics, with an emphasis on longitudinal care and outcomes-driven, evidence-based practice.
• Interest and implementation of an outpatient adult Fontan clinic

Academic, innovation, and quality improvement:

• Develop and sustain an academic focus in pediatric and congenital interventional cardiology, with priority for interests such as predictive analytics in congenital heart disease, novel transcatheter approaches (e.g., TPVR in nontraditional substrates, Fontan conduit stenting strategies, complex device retrieval). Lead and participate in clinical research projects, quality improvement initiatives, and multicenter collaborations, with support for abstract submission, national presentations (PICS, PCICS, SCAI, World Congress), and peer-reviewed publication.
• Help advance institutional innovation in congenital interventional cardiology by contributing to protocol development, technology adoption, and creative solutions for atypical or high-risk anatomy.

Education, culture, and mentorship:

• Teach and mentor pediatric cardiology fellows, interventional fellows, residents, and students in the catheterization laboratory, cardiac ICU, and didactic settings, including hemodynamics, angiographic interpretation, and general cardiology/physiology.
• Lead and contribute to conferences such as cath conference, morbidity and mortality, journal club, and core curriculum sessions, modeling thoughtful case review and collaborative problem-solving.
• Foster a positive, inclusive team culture that values mutual support and prioritizes the professional development and well-being of trainees and colleagues.

The University of Virginia Medical Center and Children's Hospital are located in the midst of the main university grounds of the University of Virginia. The University of Virginia is annually ranked as one of the premier public institutions in the United States and is located in Charlottesville, a picturesque small but cosmopolitan city frequently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S.

MD or DO (or equivalent) with completion of ACGME-accredited Pediatric Residency and Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship; minimum 1 year of advanced Pediatric Interventional Cardiology training required.

Board certification in Pediatrics and board eligibility or certification in Pediatric Cardiology, with eligibility for state medical licensure and current ACLS/PALS certifications.

Demonstrated excellence in interventional congenital cardiology with experience in complex interventions (including single ventricle, Fontan, TPVR, mechanical support–adjacent procedures, and premature infant PDA closure), a strong teaching portfolio, and a clear trajectory toward national impact through research, innovation, and collaborative leadership in a high-functioning Heart Center team.

Please complete your application online and attach the following documents:

• Cover letter
• CV/resume
• The names, titles and contact information, including email, for three references

For more information about this position please contact Dr. Michael Hainstock  questions about the application process, please contact Kate Schoenster at keg3nr.