Chief, Pediatric Cardiology - Heart Institute

Chief of Cardiology and Heart Institute Co-Director

Join Our Team at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Heart Institute!

Are you ready to lead and innovate in pediatric cardiology? Nicklaus Children's Hospital is actively seeking a Chief of Pediatric Cardiology and Heart Institute Co-Director. Working alongside Dr. Joseph M. Forbess, Chief of Cardiovascular Surgery and Co-Director of the Heart Institute, this individual will spearhead initiatives to advance excellence in clinical care, community outreach research and education. 

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Heart Institute is a renowned center of excellence dedicated to providing world-class cardiac care to pediatric patients. With state-of-the-art facilities and a multidisciplinary team of experts, we deliver comprehensive, compassionate, and cutting-edge care to children with congenital and acquired heart conditions. The Heart Institute offers a wide range of services including the management of patients requiring complex congenital heart surgery, interventional catheterization and invasive electrophysiology.

Our Advanced Pediatric Care Pavilion houses a 34-bed cardiac inpatient unit with an acuity adjustable model that allows all rooms to accommodate critically ill patients. Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is an affiliate of the Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine.

Responsibilities 

·         Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Cardiology Division and Heart Institute

·         Oversee the clinical, research and educational activities of the Cardiology Division

·         Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance innovative approaches to pediatric cardiac care

·         Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement within the Heart Institute

·         Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance patient outcomes, quality of care and patient experience

·         Mentor and support the professional development of faculty, staff, and trainees

·         Facilitate and enhance community outreach and advocacy

·         Support the recruitment and retention of top-tier faculty and trainees to promote academic advancement

·         Work in partnership with Heart Institute Administrator to plan, evaluate, and manage annual fiscal operating budgets

·         Maintain a positive workplace culture that attracts, retains and motivates staff, and empowers their ability to impact decision making

Qualifications and Experience 

The Heart Institute Co-Director and Chief of Pediatric Cardiology represents a pivotal leadership role within our organization. The candidate is expected to have demonstrated clinical excellence and leadership success in their career. Additionally, this leader will uphold unwavering integrity and adherence to ethical standards, while also exhibiting strong administrative and managerial skills.

·MD/DO degree or equivalent from an accredited school of medicine with at least 10 years post-pediatric residency and fellowship in cardiology

·Unrestricted medical license and American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) board certified in pediatric cardiology

·         Exceptional written and oral communication skills with ability to listen and tailor information to specific audiences

·         Collegial and highly collaborative with a track record of fostering a positive workplace culture that promotes teamwork and inclusiveness 

About Nicklaus Children’s Health System

Founded in 1950 by Variety Clubs International, Nicklaus Children's Health System is South Florida's only licensed specialty hospital exclusively for children, with nearly 800 attending physicians and more than 475 pediatric sub-specialists. The 309-bed hospital, known as Miami Children's Health System from 1983 through 2014, is renowned for excellence in all aspects of pediatric medicine, with many programs routinely ranked among the nation's best by U.S. News & World Report, since 2008. The hospital is also home to the largest pediatric teaching program in the southeastern United States and has been designated an American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet facility, the nursing profession's most prestigious institutional honor.The Nicklaus Children's Hospital network includes more than a dozen outpatient centers extending from Palm Beach County to southern Miami-Dade County, offering a range of pediatric healthcare services, including urgent care, rehabilitation services and subspecialty physician appointments for children of all ages, including up to age 21.We are committed to being a resource for children from throughout South Florida and around the world.