Heersink School of Medicine - Open Rank - DOM Cardiology

Position Information School/College School of Medicine Title Heersink School of Medicine - Open Rank - DOM Cardiology Assignment Category Full-Time Rank Open Rank Tenure Status Open Tenure Payroll Status Faculty 12 Job Description The University of Alabama at Birmingham Heersink School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiovascular Disease is seeking academically oriented cardiologists to join the section of Advanced Heart Failure, Cardiac Transplantation, Mechanical Circulatory Support, and Pulmonary Vascular Disease.
UAB is a nationally recognized leader with a distinguished legacy in cardiac transplantation, mechanical circulatory support, and pulmonary hypertension.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic clinical program with a dedicated inpatient unit, a high-volume outpatient clinic, and a catheterization suite.
Research activities of the section encompass clinical, translational, and basic science research.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about providing superlative patient care, teaching residents and fellows, and advancing the academic mission of the division, in a supportive and collegial environment.
Applicants must be Board Eligible/Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Advanced Heart Failure/ Cardiac Transplantation.
Experience in Pulmonary Hypertension is desirable, but not necessary.
Rank and tenure status will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
A pre-employment background investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
In addition, physicians and other clinical faculty candidates who will be employed by the University of Alabama Health Services Foundation (UAHSF) or other UAB Medicine entities, must successfully complete a pre-employment drug and nicotine screen to be hired.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham has been named America’s No.
1 Best Large Employer by Forbes, topping the list of more than 500 public and private corporations, hospitals, universities, Fortune 500 companies and more, across dozens of industries.
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity, and expression as well as sexual orientation.
UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.
In alignment with the UAB Heersink School of Medicine’s mission to reflect the diversity of our community and meet the needs of our diverse population, candidates are required as part of the application process to provide a statement that is up to one page single-spaced describing their contributions to promote diversity and inclusion.
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Required Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Posting Detail Information Posting Number F1963P Open Date 10/13/2022 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Please write a statement that is up to one page single-spaced describing your past, present, and future efforts to advance diversity and inclusion in education, research, and/or service.
If you do not have past experience, please describe your awareness and any related background about the importance of diversity.
* * Diversity refers to the variety of personal experiences, values, and worldviews that arise from differences of culture and circumstances.
Differences include race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, language, abilities/disabilities, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, geographic region, and more.
EEO Statement UAB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and family-friendly environment in which all faculty and staff can excel and achieve work/life balance irrespective of, race, national origin, age, genetic or family medical history, gender, faith, gender identity and expression as well as sexual orientation.
UAB also encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and veterans.
COVID-19 Vaccination Statement The laws and regulations regarding mandatory COVID-19 vaccination continue to evolve.
Please be aware that UAB may determine that obtaining the COVID-19 or related vaccination is a requirement for this position, based on legal changes or otherwise.
If that occurs, the successful candidate may be required to submit proof of vaccination or obtain an approved vaccination exemption as a condition of employment.
Pre-employment Background Check A pre-employment background check investigation is performed on candidates selected for employment.
Drug/Nicotine Screen (if applicable)