The Division Head of Cardiology’s responsibilities will include a combination of administrative, clinical, research and educational duties. The Division head is responsible for the overall day to day management of a broad range of clinical and educational activities, administrative and strategic efforts. This role will provide visionary and innovative leadership to guide the division into the next phase of growth and development while ensuring the delivery of superior and comprehensive clinical Cardiology care in a rapidly changing medical landscape.
The Division Head will be expected to lead a team of Physicians, Advanced Practice Providers and health care staff of the Division and work collaboratively with the Medical Director of the Division (if there is a medical director) and other Divisions in carrying out the mission of the Organization. Additionally, the Division Head will be responsible for encouraging academic advancement within the Division as well as monitoring overall divisional budget, strategy and fostering an environment of professionalism.
Clinical Operations and Programmatic Leadership:
-Oversee the full continuum of pediatric cardiology services including fetal cardiology, outpatient and inpatient care, imaging, electrophysiology, interventional cardiology, and adult congenital heart disease (ACHD)
-Work closely with surgical and critical care teams to ensure excellent outcomes
-Perform full range of ablation, device procedures in pediatric and adult congenital heart disease patients and interpret cardiopulmonary stress tests
-Conduct monthly pediatric cardiology business meetings focused on transparency and performance improvement to include clinical metrics, growth strategies, quality initiatives, and patient access
-Partner with our office manager to optimize physician scheduling and procedural allocation
Perform clinical responsibility in specialty area
Faculty and Team Development:
-Responsible for overseeing the recruitment, retention, and development of faculty across all subspecialty domains
-Work closely with hospital and departmental leadership to advocate for resources, shape workforce planning, and ensure alignment with institutional goals
-Lead annual reviews and professional development planning for faculty members, provide mentorship and feedback, and guide academic promotion efforts
-Support the development of clinical niche areas for faculty, including expanding programs in ACHD, fetal cardiology, cardiac imaging, heart failure, and electrophysiology
-Work with administrative teams to monitor budgets, manage division operations, and ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
-Mentor junior faculty through structured career development plans, regular feedback sessions, and support for academic advancement
-Create a supportive and collaborative culture that encourages scholarly productivity and personal growth
-Work closely with division members to define clinical interests, align those with institutional priorities, and create customized pathways for skill development and leadership growth
-Serve as the preceptor for adult cardiology fellows from Hartford Hospital, UCONN Health (John Dempsey Hospital) and Danbury Hospital
Co-Director, Cardiovascular Institute
1. Strategic and Institutional Leadership
Collaborate with adult cardiology leadership to define and implement the strategic roadmap for the Cardiovascular Institute.
Develop shared initiatives in population health, digital transformation, preventive cardiology, and value-based care.
2. Cross-Disciplinary Integration
Facilitate collaboration between pediatric and adult services, especially in areas like Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD), inherited cardiovascular disorders, and shared imaging or interventional platforms.
Build bridges across departments such as cardiothoracic surgery, radiology, critical care, and nursing to deliver coordinated, high-value care.
3. Operational Stewardship
Monitor and improve key performance indicators across the cardiovascular enterprise including volume growth, access metrics, cost efficiency, and patient satisfaction.
Participate in joint monthly operational meetings with the institute’s executive leadership team to address service line goals, barriers, and growth opportunities.
4. External Engagement and Advancement
Represent the Cardiovascular Institute in external collaborations, philanthropic activities, and advocacy efforts.
Engage in community outreach, alumni relations, and institutional branding in alignment with the hospital’s mission.
5. Innovation and Future Planning
Spearhead efforts in care redesign, including telehealth expansion, AI-supported diagnostics, and enhanced care coordination for complex cardiac patients.
Lead initiatives in health equity and outcomes tracking to ensure inclusive, data-driven decision-making.
Experience:
10 years of progressively complex administrative experience in an academic medical center setting
5 years Leadership experience
License / Certification / Registration:
Licensed and registered, and in good standing under the laws of the State of Connecticut
BC/BE Pediatric Cardiologist.
DEA with Controlled Substance required andmust be maintained thereafter
Connecticut Children’s is a leading pediatric academic medical center consistently ranked by our peers as among the best children’s hospitals in the nation. Connecticut Children’s is the only hospital in Connecticut dedicated exclusively to the health and well-being of children and families.
Connecticut Children’s physicians and researchers are dedicated to advancing pediatric care through medical innovation, cutting-edge technology, and research. With more than 200 physicians and 200 pediatric residents and fellows in over 20 pediatric specialty areas, Connecticut Children’s serves as the primary teaching, clinical and research site for the University of Connecticut School of Medicine.
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