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Cincinnati Children's (CCHMC) is inviting applications for a Congenital Heart Surgeon. The individual selected will join the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at CCHMC which is comprised of a team dedicated to the most progressive surgical care of children with cardiothoracic pathology as well as how that care is delivered. Our research and innovation efforts within the division are well established and highly productive in several areas, including basic science, virtual reality, outcome, and translational research.  We have multiple collaborations with the Divisions of Cardiology, Molecular Cardiovascular Biology, as well as a myriad of other divisions throughout CCHMC.  As one of the three integrated components of the Heart Institute [Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiology, & Molecular Cardiovascular Biology], a multidisciplinary business unit within Cincinnati Children’s, our division has enjoyed a highly esteemed profile internationally as an innovative leader in the management of pediatric and congenital cardiac patients.

While hired through CCHMC, the faculty appointment associated with this opportunity is granted by the University of Cincinnati (UC) whereby the Division has formed a strong collaborative relationship with leadership in cardiothoracic surgery. Surgeons within the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at CCHMC may perform surgery at a number of locations. This position is to be a full faculty member in the CCHMC division of Congenital Heart Surgery and report to the Chief of the Division. The faculty will be a member of our Congenital Heart Surgery lab and able to participate on a variety of research efforts.

The selected candidate for this role will operate primarily at CCHMC but may, from time to time, also support Cincinnati Children’s partnered hospital systems such as Akron Children’s Hospital, Golisano Children’s Hospital at UK, Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital, Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital, and other partners both domestically and internationally.

Requirements:

•       Must hold an MD/DO degree, or equivalent
•       Current active unrestricted medical license
•       Associate/Full Professor appointment
•       Board Certified/Eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery and Congenital Heart Surgery or the international equivalent
•       Appropriate medical credentialing through the Medical Staff Services office
•       Completion of all required CCHMC pre-employment activities (screening, background check, badging and orientation)
•       Must disclose any official disciplinary actions by a hospital, specialty board, medical association, or government agency

Desirable qualifications:

•       Teaching and training competence in pediatrics for medical students, residents, and fellows
•       Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

Interested candidates please apply to the position through Cincinnati Children’s Career page: https://jobs.cincinnatichildrens.org/ please enter Requisition# JR216872 in the box provided. In addition, please:

•       Attach a statement of research goals and interests
•       Applicants are encouraged to describe previous experiences mentoring women or members of underrepresented groups, and experience working with        different types of patient and community populations
•       Attach a CV and the names and contact information for three references (references will not be contacted without applicant's consent)

Education/ Experience:

Faculty appointment will be consistent with the applicant’s qualifications and experience for either a Professor, Associate Professor, or Assistant Professor with University of Cincinnati Department of Pediatrics.

For more information, please contact:

David Morales, MD (David.Morales@cchmc.org)

Director, Congenital Heart Surgery, Heart Institute

Bailey - Tweddell Chair of Congenital Heart Surgery

Professor, UC Department of Pediatrics

Professor, UC Department of Surgery

About Cincinnati and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC):

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC) is a nonprofit pediatric academic institution that consistently ranks among the top five pediatric hospitals in the country. Our 19,000+ employees, faculty, residents, and fellows share the same vision: to be the leader in improving child health.

We are committed to building a diverse faculty and strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability

Here is a link to learn more learn more about Cincinnati Children's: https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/about

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U.S. News & World Report ranked our Joint Heart Program, in conjunction with Kentucky Children’s Hospital, as one of the top hospitals in the nation for cardiology and heart surgery. Learn more about how we're advancing care.

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