McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, a leading academic health center, invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), faculty position in the Department of Cardiology - Center for Advanced Cardiopulmonary Therapies and Transplantations (ACTAT), Division of Advanced Heart Failure. In this dynamic position, the heart failure trained cardiologist will play a key role in the further development of a heart failure, transplant and mechanical support service and will be part of an independent and state-of-the art Center for Advanced Heart Failure which is integrated to Memorial Hermann System and UTHealth Houston – School of Medicine. This full-time clinical and research position will fill the role as an Assistant Professor. The clinician will have the opportunity to work with clinical and research cardiologists in a highly interactive and collaborative environment.
Position Key Accountabilities:
The faculty in Cardiology will provide flexibility to accommodate both research and clinical interests for the applicant. Presently, there is a large heart failure research program on site and there is potential to develop clinical or basic science research in this environment.
- Developing and sustaining an environment in the patient care units that supports excellence and innovation in clinical practice and patient care through assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating programs and standards that support positive patient care outcomes, including excellent risk-adjusted outcomes.
- Performing a variety of staff management functions, including interviewing, hiring, evaluating, counseling, and terminating assigned management, clinical, and support staff.
- Facilitating, reviewing, and approving the budget for UTHealth Houston and Surgery Services, including estimates of future personnel and equipment needs; ensuring that hospital resources are optimally utilized through participation in strategic planning and financial budgeting processes, and development of practices that achieve specific objectives and resolution of unfavorable performance variances; providing leadership and implementing strategies to provide cost-effective quality care.
- Providing coaching, mentoring, support, and consultation to clinical managers, attending physicians, research personnel, colleagues, and clinical staff.
- Serving as a role model in professional behavior and leadership skills, problem-solving ability, and interpersonal skills.
- Delegating authority and accountability to clinical & nursing staff for clinical practice and patient care decisions that are consistent with professional standards, regulatory agencies, and organizational policies and procedures.
- Identifying patient and family needs of the populations served; recommending and/or developing new programs and services to meet those needs; assuring that age-specific equipment, supplies, and educational resources are available for assigned units/services.
- Collaborating with UTHealth Houston and hospital administration and physicians to identify future opportunities and define the direction of department services, developing and implementing plans to achieve identified goals, including OR efficiency, productivity, and patient throughput targets across the care continuum.
- Maintaining an ongoing departmental Quality Improvement Plan and process consistent with the organizational Quality Management Plan; developing and implementing unit-specific standards, policies, and procedures that guide and support the provision of care and services; continuously assessing and improving assigned departments' performance while enhancing service.
- Reviewing relevant financial reports and implementing modifications at UTHealth Houston and MHH to cut costs related to supplies, staffing, and service agreements, or identify viable alternatives for purchasing equipment and supplies.
- Participating in and/or chairing committees, work groups, and meetings as appropriate.
- Assuring interdisciplinary performance improvement programs are active, maintained, and ongoing. Following up to ensure that complaints have been satisfactorily handled. Collaborating to maintain a focus on providing excellent clinical services.
Qualifications:
Texas Medical License, eligible to obtain a Texas Medical License or eligible to qualify for a Texas Faculty Temporary License.
Medical degree (MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree).
Board eligibility or certification in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology is required.
Demonstrate exemplary clinical skills, and show a strong commitment to academic excellence.
Qualified applicants must demonstrate a commitment to excellence, discovery, and service, have the potential to be outstanding in their field of expertise, and share an interest in fulfilling the common goals of McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston.
