Cardiology- Pulmonary Hypertension/Right Heart Failure

Summary of Position:Located in the heart of a diverse urban area, Temple Health is acutely aware of the impact of the national systemic problems related to the lack of health equity and access to affordable, culturally responsive healthcare. In response, Temple Health works to address issues that promote health equity through education, care delivery, workforce development, and research. We recognize that an environment enriched with people from varied backgrounds working to address health disparities enhances scholarly work and the development of a culturally aware and responsive healthcare workforce.The Opportunity Temple’s Pulmonary Hypertension/Right Heart Failure and Chronic Thromboembolic Pulmonary Hypertension (CTEPH) program has experienced significant growth. It seeks an additional faculty member to help further build on the program's success. Temple’s Heart and Vascular Institute has a long history of clinical excellence, particularly in the treatment of all forms of pulmonary hypertension and associated hemodynamic derangements, including right heart failure. Temple’s Heart and Vascular Institute has a long history of clinical excellence, particularly in the treatment of pulmonary hypertension. It offers a uniquely supportive practice environment with an emphasis on quality patient care, research, teaching, individual career development, and collegiality among faculty members. Leadership opportunities for qualified candidates.Temple Health, one of Philadelphia's leading academic medical centers, is home to more than 1,000 physicians and scientists who share the mission of bringing innovative treatments to patients. Giving our patients access to some of the world's most advanced therapies — and helping them achieve outcomes once thought impossible — is the driving force for all our clinical care, research, and medical education.Candidate Minimum Qualifications: Successful candidates will have an M.D., D.O., or foreign equivalent, be board-certified in cardiology or pulmonary, with clinical training and experience in treating Pulmonary Hypertension. In addition to educating Temple’s medical students, residents, and fellows, it is strongly preferred that applicants be interested in novel research in pulmonary hypertension and right heart function. Candidates must have academic credentials that qualify them for a faculty appointment at the minimum level of Assistant Professor and have or be eligible to receive an unrestricted Pennsylvania State Medical License.Faculty Appointment, Benefits/Compensation Annual compensation shall be determined based on the selected individual's experience and qualifications. In addition to a competitive salary, there is a comprehensive suite of benefits—including a generous 403b retirement match, 457b, health, dental, vision, life, malpractice, tuition remission, and CME, among others.Procedure for Candidacy: To be considered for this position, you must complete an online application. Your application will not be considered complete until you have submitted all the required documents and information. Application materials should include: a curriculum vita, a personal statement stating your qualifications, professional goals and research/teaching interests, three professional references names/contact information and a statement describing participation in activities that promote diversity and inclusion and/or plans to make future contributions is strongly encouraged.Please address your application to: Martin Keane, MD, Professor of Medicine and Chief of Cardiology, Lewis Katz School of Medicine, C/O Michael R. Lester, Assistant Dean, Physician/Faculty Recruitment & Retention, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Email: [email protected] University is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their research, teaching, and/or service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Apply for the job now! Apply for this job