Physician Cardiology - Competitive Salary

Cardiology Fellowship Program Director — Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant | Gainesville, FLNorth Central Florida — UCF College of Medicine Affiliation## Position Details Full-time, permanent position Employment Type: Direct employment with private practice Setting: Inpatient and outpatient — clinical and academic leadership role Schedule: Days with rotating weekends Faculty appointment with UCF College of Medicine Partnership track available## Practice OverviewSeeking a BC Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist to provide visionary leadership as Program Director for a new ACGME-accredited Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program set to launch in 2027: Well-established cardiovascular practice serving North Central Florida for nearly 40 years Dedicated team of 30 cardiologists, vascular specialists, PAs, and NPs Main campus in Gainesville with satellite location in Lake City Provide advanced heart failure, general cardiology, and mechanical circulatory support (MCS) care in both inpatient and outpatient settings Participate in multidisciplinary heart failure and cardiogenic shock programs Help develop an Advanced Heart Failure Network regionally across a 15-hospital division Interpret echocardiograms and perform cardiac procedures appropriate to subspecialty training Participate in clinical research and quality improvement initiatives## Educational Leadership Responsibilities Serve as Program Director for the Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program in accordance with ACGME requirements Oversee curriculum development, trainee recruitment, evaluation, and progression Mentor fellows and residents in clinical and scholarly activities Foster a culture of academic excellence, professionalism, and innovation Collaborate with UCF COM Graduate Medical Education leadership for program compliance Fellowship expected to welcome 9 learners once fully established## Research & Academic Activities Engage in clinical or translational research in heart failure, transplantation, or cardiovascular medicine Contribute to peer-reviewed publications and national presentations Support grant development and scholarly collaboration within the Division and Department## Compensation & Benefits Academic rank and salary commensurate with experience and qualifications Faculty appointment with UCF College of Medicine Partnership track Collaborative opportunities with UCF COM faculty Comprehensive support system for clinical and academic success Full benefits package — details provided upon inquiry## Required Qualifications MD or DO — Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease Completion of an ACGME-accredited Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology fellowship — required Minimum 3 years of documented educational and/or administrative experience in an ACGME-accredited internal medicine residency or cardiovascular disease fellowship — required Florida medical license or eligibility to obtain Proven ability to balance administrative leadership with teaching and clinical care Demonstrated scholarly activity — peer-reviewed research, publications, national presentations, or committee involvement highly encouraged## About the Organization 523-bed respected community hospital in Gainesville, Florida Multi-year 3-Star Rating from Society of Thoracic Surgeons for isolated CABG procedures Healthgrades America's 250 Best Hospitals 2024 and 2024 Patient Safety Excellence Award Blue Distinction Center Plus for Spine Surgery and Bariatric Surgery Accredited Chest Pain Center, DNV Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, and NAPBC accredited Joint Commission Key Top-Quality Performer Robust Robotic Program with 5+ da Vinci Xi Robots and new da Vinci 5 Three freestanding emergency service locations in addition to the main ER Part of a national network with 325+ residency and fellowship programs across 82 hospitals in 16 states GME program launched in 2016 — currently hosts 6 residency programs and 2 fellowship programs supporting 173 positions Cutting-edge on-site Simulation Lab## About the Community – Gainesville, Florida Recognized as one of Florida's most livable cities — blending small-town charm with innovative urban amenities Renowned for preservation of historic buildings, vibrant arts scene, and cultural diversity Natural beauty including springs, lakes, outdoor parks, and museums Convenient proximity to both Florida coasts — easy access to sandy beaches and Florida's renowned attractions Home to the University of Florida — a dynamic college town atmosphere with Big Ten sports Warm, sunny climate year-round with a welcoming, diverse community