Pediatric Cardiologist - Medical Director of Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Imaging (F61640)

Medical Director of Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Imaging - Pediatric Cardiology (F61640)Childrens Hospital of Richmond at VCU (CHoR) - Richmond, VA

We're (VCU Health) seeking a Medical Director of Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Imaging to join our growing Division. This is a perfect position for the candidate that thrives in an environment that focuses on teamwork, collaboration and dedication to patients, families and each other. The candidate should have advanced training in non-invasive imaging (cMRI and CT preferred) while possessing professional, clinical, and leadership skills.

Pediatric Cardiology is a growing division with 9 Physicians, 3 Nurse Practitioners and an active, vibrant fellowship. All aspects of cardiology are currently located within the VCU Health System including cardiac surgery, diagnostic and interventional catheterization, fetal, electrophysiology, and basic science research. With respect to non-invasive imaging, the division currently performs fetal, transthoracic, and transesophageal, as well as cMRI and CT scans. We have 7 sonographers that are on personal career ladder programs for internal advancement.

The Childrens Hospital of Richmond at VCU is a large, multi-specialty hospital that serves as a tertiary and quaternary care center for the children and families of central Virginia. CHoR is ranked among the nations top childrens hospitals by US News and World Report. It is Virginias only level 1 pediatric trauma center. CHoR offers a wide range of childrens health services including a busy emergency service and primary care on top of all pediatric subspecialties from birth to transplant and trauma. On track to open in April of 2023, the new childrens tower brings inpatient, emergency/trauma and outpatient care under one roof. Families will benefit from the consolidation of care under one roof, while maintaining the benefits of being connected to a large urban academic medical center. This new 9 story facility will initially house 72 private rooms; an emergency department; expanded child life services; family amenities; new operating rooms and all forms of advance imaging (CT/MRI) and shelled out floors for future growth. In addition, a brand-new pediatric cardiology procedure suite is being added to allow for diagnostic and interventional catheterizations, electrophysiology studies, device implantations, and cardiac sedated imaging. This new Pediatric Tower will allow for the CHoR physicians to provide the best possible care close to home for kids and families across the Commonwealth.

Childrens Hospital of Richmond at VCU is also excited to welcome Dr. Shari Barkin, MD, MSHS, as its Physician-in-Chief and Chair of the Department of Pediatrics at VCU School of Medicine. Dr. Barkin is an internationally recognized leader in academic pediatrics and embodies our tripart mission in her work to care, educate, and innovate. Dr. Barkin is mission-driven, community-oriented, and will play a pivotal role in the continued advancement of childrens health at CHoR and across the Commonwealth.

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