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Medical Director of Electrophysiology

Join Our Team at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Heart Institute!

Are you an experienced and passionate Pediatric Electrophysiologist looking for a leadership role in a dynamic and innovative environment? As part of our leadership succession plan, the Nicklaus Children's Hospital Heart Institute is seeking a skilled individual to serve as our Medical Director of Electrophysiology.

 The Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Heart Institute is a renowned center of excellence dedicated to providing world-class cardiac care to pediatric patients and patients with congenital heart disease. With state-of-the-art facilities and a multidisciplinary team of experts, we deliver comprehensive, compassionate, and cutting-edge care to all children and fetuses with acquired and congenital heart disease and young adults with congenital heart disease. The Heart Institute offers a wide range of services including the management of patients requiring complex congenital heart surgery, interventional catheterization, invasive and non-invasive electrophysiology, non-invasive imaging (fetal and cardiac MR/CT), and preventive cardiology. Our pediatric cardiology and cardiovascular surgery services are ranked among the nation’s best for pediatric cardiology and heart surgery by U.S. News & World Report.

 Our cardiac surgical program is one of the most transparent in the world and the first to offer real-time outcomes reporting (https://rto.nicklauschildrens.org). Our Advanced Pediatric Care Pavilion houses a 34-bed, fully telemetered cardiac inpatient unit with an acuity adjustable model that allows all rooms to accommodate critically ill patients. Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is an affiliate of the Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine.

 Position Overview

 As the Medical Director of Electrophysiology, you will work with the Chief of Cardiology to manage the overall strategic direction of the Electrophysiology Program. The qualified candidate will have an established track record of providing expert care to patients with all forms of potential or established cardiac arrhythmias and cardiac implantable electronic devices; mentorship for young faculty and learners; and a demonstrated interest in clinical investigation and innovation. This position also includes collaboration with adult electrophysiologists at neighboring adult hospitals to bridge the gap in the care of older adults with congenital heart disease and arrhythmias. The suitable candidate will be at the associate or full professor level. A keen interest in emerging technologies, such as pulsed field ablation, artificial intelligence, and translational approaches to channelopathies is highly desirable.  

 Responsibilities

·         Lead and oversee the electrophysiology program, including all forms of diagnostic testing and therapeutic interventions for patients with possible or established cardiac arrhythmias

·         Provide expert consultation and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs

·         Mentor and support the professional development of medical staff, young faculty, fellows, and residents in electrophysiology.

·         Contribute to research and academic initiatives aimed at advancing the field of electrophysiology

·         Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement within the Heart Institute

Additional qualifications and desired attributes include:  

·         MD degree or equivalent from an accredited school of medicine with at least three years of fellowship training in pediatric cardiology with an additional 1+ years in a dedicated pediatric EP fellowship

•  Unrestricted medical license and board certification by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) in pediatric cardiology
• Certification by the International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners [Certified Electrophysiology Specialist-Pediatric (CEPS-P) Exam]
• Associate Professor or full professor level with focused expertise in both non-invasive and invasive management of cardiac arrhythmias. This will include (but not be limited to) invasive electrophysiology testing and ablation of all endocardial arrhythmia substrates and cardiac electronic implantable device implantation and management. 

·         Understanding of clinical and research infrastructure and operations, as well as an ability to manage a financial and operating budget preferred

·         Exceptional written and oral communication skills with ability to listen to and tailor information to specific audiences

·         Collegial, collaborative, and respectful foundational approach with a track record of fostering a positive workplace culture that promotes teamwork and inclusiveness 

·         Commitment to patient-centered care, innovation, and continuous improvement

About Nicklaus Children’s Health System

Founded in 1950, the rebranded Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is a 307-bed freestanding children's hospital and ACS-verified Level 1 pediatric trauma center that is renowned for excellence in all aspects of pediatric medicine and has numerous subspecialty programs that are ranked among the best in the nation. It is also home to the largest pediatric teaching program in the southeastern U.S. Highlighting its nationally recognized achievements in patient safety and quality, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital was named a Top Children’s Hospital by The Leapfrog Group in 2023. In addition, our organization consistently appears on employer award lists such as Newsweek’s “Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces®.” Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialists is the physician-led multispecialty medical group practice of Nicklaus Children’s Health System. Join a phenomenal team that brings lifelong health and hope to children and their families through innovative and compassionate care.

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is located in Miami, Florida and offers all the advantages of a tropical, diverse and metropolitan community. Enjoy abundant sunshine and warm weather year-round with easy access to numerous recreational opportunities, cultural and professional sporting venues, and international travel. 

Competitive compensation and benefits package. Qualified candidates please contact: 

Joyce Berger, Physician Recruiter

joyce.berger@nicklaushealth.org or 786-624-3510 

Nicklauschildrens.org/NCPS 

or

Danyal Khan, MD

Interim Chief, Cardiology

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Heart Institute

danyal.khan@nicklaushealth.org

Job Summary

The position is primarily a clinical position related to the diagnosis, treatment and clinical management of pediatric patients in a multidisciplinary environment that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, clinical scientists and social workers. The position offers exposure to a mix of general and high acuity pediatric patients. The position also includes teaching and supervision of medical residents and provides opportunities to participate in research and publishing.

Job Specific Duties

• Applies knowledge of growth and development in customer interactions and treatment.
• Continues to actively self-educate (i.e., reading journals, CME credits, NCH conferences, etc.).
• Coordinates and/or develops and delivers monthly inservices to meet staff and resident development needs.
• Coordinates follow-up of tests, lab studies, and patient follow-up phone calls.
• Directly provides clinical services to patients including, but not limited to: performing and recording history and physical examinations, recording and interpreting pertinent patient data, developing and documenting a treatment plan, writing routine orders for appropriate laboratory studies, x-rays and consultations, performing patient/parent teaching, assisting with patient follow-up, performing appropriate screenings, administering medications as required, ordering and/or performing therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as indicated by patient findings.
• Makes suggestions to Department Director and/or attending staff that may be beneficial to the improvement of the department.
• Participates in Performance Improvement, Research and Publishing.
• Participates in teaching of and is role model to medical students and residents.
• Participates in the call schedule as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Job Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) from an accredited medical school
• Current state medical license and in good standing with medical board
• American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional clinical, research and teaching skills and have a commitment to academic pediatrics.
• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and co-workers.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions.
• Ability to problem solve to formulate a plan of care and evaluate the patient's response to care.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and react calmly under stressful conditions.
  

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