Cath Lab Director, Associate Professor of Cardiovascular Medicine

Essential Job Functions:

· Oversee and manage the daily operations of the cardiac catheterization laboratory and interventional cardiology section

· Develop and implement clinical protocols and quality control standards to ensure patient safety and optimize patient outcomes

· Provide patient-centered care and perform complex cardiovascular interventions, including angioplasty, stenting, and other procedures

· Evaluate and manage patients with complex cardiovascular diseases in both inpatient and outpatient settings

· Interventional procedures in Cath Lab

· STEMI call

· In-patient CCU service Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patients’ needs

· Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments

· Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients

· Orders studies, test and ancillary services in patient medical records

· Documents all services in patient medical records

· Reviews on a regular basis long-term cases that require ongoing medical attention

· Consults with leadership and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care programs established by the hospital or clinic requirements

· Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests, and inquiries from patients

· Works collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including cardiothoracic surgeons, cardiac anesthesiologists, and other specialists, to provide comprehensive care to patients

· Fosters an environment of continuous learning and improvement by participating in and leading educational initiatives, such as grand rounds, journal clubs, and research projects

· Serves as a mentor and role model to junior colleagues, residents, and medical students, providing guidance and support to foster their professional growth and development

· Acts as a liaison between the cardiology department and other clinical departments and hospital leadership to improve communication, collaboration, and patient outcomes

· Participates in administrative and committee responsibilities as assigned by the Chief of Cardiology.

· Maintains confidentiality of all patient information and adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures

· Performs other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications:

· MD or DO degree from an accredited institution

· Board certification in Interventional Cardiology and Cardiovascular Disease

· Current Florida medical license

· DEA registration

· At least five years of clinical experience as an Interventional Cardiologist

· Demonstrated excellence in leadership, education, and academic pursuits, including research, teaching, and quality improvement

· Performs in tactful and professional manner, superior patient engagement skills