Academic Cardiologist: Advanced Cardiac Structural Echocardiography

Join Our Team as a Cardiologist Imager

Our organization is on the lookout for a Board Eligible/Board Certified Cardiologist Imager to enhance our Department of Cardiology. We are a prominent academic medical center and a key regional hub for advanced structural heart disease, seeking a Level III trained cardiologist with specialization in Advanced Structural Echocardiography and Intraprocedural Guidance to become part of our well-established cardiovascular team.

This role presents a unique chance to play a vital part in our rapidly growing Structural Heart Program, where you will engage in a wide array of innovative transcatheter therapies within a highly collaborative academic setting.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering advanced structural echocardiographic imaging, which includes:

• Intraprocedural 2D/3D TEE guidance for:
• TAVR with leaflet modification (BASILICA, UNICORN)
• Mitral TEER
• Transcatheter mitral valve replacement (Including M3)
• Tricuspid TEER
• Tricuspid Replacement (Evoque)
• Paravalvular leak closure
• Left atrial appendage occlusion
• Closure of ASD, VSD, PFO
• Mechanical Aspiration of Intracardiac Mass (AngioVac, AlphaVac)
• Other advanced structural heart procedures

Additional duties will encompass:

• Interpreting advanced echocardiography results
• Collaborating within a multidisciplinary Structural Heart Team alongside Structural Interventional Cardiologists and Cardiothoracic Surgeons
• Educating fellows, residents, and medical students
• Engaging in clinical research, trials, and program development
• Opportunities for leadership roles within the Echocardiography Laboratory for qualified individuals

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree (or equivalent)
• Board certified/eligible in Cardiovascular Disease
• Level III training in Echocardiography
• Specialized training/expertise in Advanced Structural Cardiac Echocardiography and Intraprocedural Guidance
• A strong passion for academic medicine, education, innovation, and clinical excellence
• Experience in cardiac CT or multimodality imaging is a plus

Working Conditions

This position includes an academic appointment within our affiliated School of Medicine, offering a competitive salary and benefits package, which features:

• Paid malpractice insurance
• Relocation assistance
• Opportunities to engage in cardiology research
• Leadership roles to influence the future of Cardiodiagnostic Lab services
• Clinical growth and program development in this specialized field

About the Community

Our location in Loma Linda, recognized as the only Blue Zone in the United States, is a family-oriented community that values health and wellness. Situated in Southern California between Los Angeles and Palm Springs, this area, known as the Inland Empire, offers easy access to beaches, skiing, hiking, and various outdoor activities. The region boasts a low cost of living and excellent educational institutions, both public and private. Faculty members may also qualify for federal student loan forgiveness programs.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated total annual compensation ranges from $450,000 to $550,000. This range reflects the starting base salary and will be adjusted based on experience and faculty rank, with a base salary between $350,000 and $434,000. This figure includes variable compensation and is subject to departmental compensation plans, which will be discussed during the recruitment process.

Our benefits package includes:

• Generous retirement contributions
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Competitive vacation and sick leave
• CME days and funding
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
• Paid malpractice insurance
• Paid life insurance
• Federal loan repayment options (if eligible)

Please note that a California residency is required upon the start date, and this opportunity is not eligible for a Conrad 30 waiver.