Pediatric Cardiologist

Overview

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

Description

Position Summary:The Pediatric Cardiologist will provide comprehensive outpatient and consultative care to pediatric patients with suspected or confirmed cardiac conditions. This role includes both outpatient clinical responsibilities and inpatient consultative services across affiliated hospitals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide outpatient pediatric cardiology consultations and follow-up care for patients with known or suspected cardiac conditions
• Obtain detailed patient histories and perform thorough physical examinations
• Perform and interpret diagnostic testing, including:
  • Electrocardiograms (EKGs)
  • Echocardiograms
  • Holter monitors and cardiac event monitors
• Determine appropriate use of additional diagnostic testing modalities and interpret results accordingly
• Communicate findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans effectively with patients, families, and referring physicians
• Provide inpatient consultative services, including ordering, interpreting, and communicating diagnostic tests and results
• Deliver in-house consultative services, with potential coverage at:
  • Northside Hospital
  • Scottish Rite Hospital
• Participate in consultative rotations, including coverage at high-volume birthing centers
• Provide care for pediatric patients with heart failure
• Demonstrate strong proficiency in hands-on echocardiography
• Perform and interpret fetal echocardiograms (preferred)

Additional Responsibilities:

• Maintain proficiency in multiple electronic medical record (EMR) systems and echocardiography reporting platforms
• Ensure timely and accurate clinical documentation and billing
• Adhere to all policies, procedures, and compliance standards of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Cardiology and affiliated hospitals

Position Requirements:

• Strong clinical expertise in pediatric cardiology
• Advanced skills in echocardiography required
• Experience with fetal echocardiography preferred
• Ability to manage care across both outpatient and inpatient settings

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

 

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