University of Utah Health

Cardio-Oncologist

University of Utah Health  •  Salt Lake City, UT (Onsite)  •  4 days ago
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Position Information

Position/Rank
Cardio-Oncologist
Department
00226 - Cardiology
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Track
Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin
Upon Hire
Details
The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Utah in the Department of Internal Medicine invites applications for a full-time board-certified, or board eligible, non-invasive cardio-oncologist with an interest in academic practice. This faculty position offers the opportunity to join a leading academic medical center with a strong and rapidly growing cardio-oncology program. This program is a collaboration between the University of Utah and the Huntsman Cancer Institute, an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network ( NCCN). The selected candidate will engage in clinical care, teaching, research, and other scholarly activities within a collaborative and supportive academic environment.

This role involves joining a highly collaborative team of two cardio-oncologists, a physician assistant (PA), a nurse, and program coordinator. Our group also includes fourteen general cardiologists and ten advanced HF cardiologists who closely collaborate.

The ideal candidate will pursue a well-rounded academic career that integrates clinical care, teaching, and research. Clinical responsibilities include providing outpatient cardio-oncology services as well as contributing to inpatient and outpatient cardiology/HF services, and participating in rotations in echocardiography and nuclear cardiology. The role also includes medical education responsibilities, with opportunities to mentor and teach medical students, residents, and fellows. In addition to patient care and teaching, the position encourages involvement in clinical research and other scholarly activities.

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in Cardiovascular Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine ( ABIM), and be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Utah. This position requires prior clinical exposure to cardio-oncology and/or prior fellowship in cardio-oncology.

The University of Utah offers a competitive compensation and benefits package within a collegial and stimulating academic environment. The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine provides state-of-the-art facilities and excellent support staff, fostering an ideal setting for clinical practice, research, and professional development.

The University of Utah Health system has been consistently recognized for excellence in patient care and quality. In September 2025, it was honored as a top performer in the Bernard A. Birnbaum, MD, Quality Leadership Study by Vizient, Inc., marking its 16th consecutive year of such recognition. Additionally, University of Utah Health ranked fourth nationally in Vizient’s Ambulatory Care Quality and Accountability Awards, maintaining a top ten position for eleven consecutive years. U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 Best Hospitals Rankings placed University of Utah Hospital as the number one hospital in Utah for the 12th consecutive year. Furthermore, the John A. Moran Eye Center secured the 9th spot nationally for ophthalmology care, and the Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital ranked 34th for rehabilitation care. In Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals 2024 rankings, University of Utah Hospital was ranked 34th in the United States. These accolades underscore the institution’s unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining a culture of excellence.

Huntsman Cancer Institute has an outstanding history of academic achievement and impact, with $73 million extramural grant funding in FY24, an “exceptional” rating at the last two NCI reviews, a highly collaborative environment, a positive and supportive culture, and a strong commitment to excellence in patient care, research, teaching, training, community engagement, and service. Huntsman Cancer Institute offers state-of-the-art laboratories, including a 225,000 sq. ft. research building which opened in the summer of 2017 and doubled the Institute’s research space.

For more information about the Department of Internal Medicine and Huntsman Cancer Institute, visit https://medicine.utah.edu/internal-medicine and https://healthcare.utah.edu/huntsmancancerinstitute/

Salt Lake City offers an outstanding quality of life in a metropolitan area of 1.26 million residents. Nestled in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, the city provides unparalleled access to world-class outdoor recreation, including skiing, hiking, and mountain biking. It boasts a thriving arts and cultural scene with theater, music, and professional sports. More information about life in Utah can be found at https://uofuhealth.utah.edu/living-in-utah

Contact for Inquiries: Interested candidates may direct inquiries to Dr. James C. Fang, Professor and Chief of the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, via Audra Woolley, MBA, Director of Healthcare/Clinical, at audra.woolley@hsc.utah.edu

Apply Online: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/203133

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX ( OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu


Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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Open Date
06/04/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Requisition Number
PRN04068F
Type
Faculty
University of Utah Health

About University of Utah Health

University of Utah Health is the Intermountain West’s only academic health care system, combining excellence in patient care, the latest in medical research, and teaching to provide leading-edge medicine in a caring and personal setting. The system provides care for Utahns and residents of five surrounding states in a referral area encompassing more than 10 percent of the continental United States.

Whether it’s for routine care or highly specialized treatment in orthopedics, stroke, ophthalmology, cancer, radiology, fertility, cardiology, genetic-related diseases, organ transplant, or many other areas of medicine, University of Utah Health offers the latest technology and advancements, including some services available nowhere else in the region.

As part of that system, University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics rely on more than 1,600 board-certified physicians who staff five University hospitals (University Hospital, Huntsman Cancer Hospital, Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital, University Orthopaedic Center, and the University Neuropsychiatric Institute); 12 community clinics; and several specialty centers including the John A. Moran Eye Center, Kathryn F. Kirk Center for Comprehensive Cancer Care and Women's Cancers, the Cardiovascular Center, the Clinical Neurosciences Center, and the Utah Diabetes Center.

University of Utah Health is consistently ranked among US News & World Report’s Best Hospitals, has ranked in the nation’s top 10 for quality health care among leading academic medical centers by Vizient Inc.,

Its academic partners at the University of Utah School of Medicine and Colleges of Nursing, Pharmacy, Dentistry, and Health are internationally regarded research and teaching institutions.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Salt Lake City, Utah
Year Founded
1965
Website
utah.edu
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