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The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Utah is seeking a board-certified, or board eligible, Advanced Heart Failure/Transplant Cardiologist with an interest in academic practice to join our dynamic Heart Failure and Heart Transplant Services multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional care to patients with advanced heart disease.

Join our comprehensive Heart Failure, Transplant, and Mechanical Circulatory Support program, which includes 11 physicians, 11 advanced practice providers (PA/NP), and multidisciplinary clinical staff.

• Comprehensive care spanning advanced heart failure, temporary and durable mechanical circulatory support, and heart transplantation
• Opportunity to participate in the training of three ACGME Heart Failure/ Transplant Cardiology fellows, and eighteen ACGME Cardiovascular Disease Fellows
• Close collaboration with programs in amyloidosis, cardiogenic shock, cardio-oncology, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, myocardial recovery, pulmonary hypertension, and sarcoidosis
• Opportunities for a career as a clinician-educator, clinician-investigator or physician-scientist.
• Our commitment to research is evident through our comprehensive basic, translational, clinical, and population research programs in advanced heart disease, supported by extramural funding.

The selected individual will have opportunities to engage in patient care, education, and research, contributing to the ongoing growth and excellence of our cardiovascular program.

Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in Cardiovascular Medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM), be board-certified or board-eligible in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology and be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Utah. 

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. For the 17th consecutive year, University of Utah Health has been recognized as a top performer in the 2026 Vizient Quality and Accountability Ranking. This year, we ranked #8 among 122 participating comprehensive academic medical centers nationwide. We were also honored with a #5 national ranking in Vizient’s Ambulatory Care Quality and Accountability Awards. These accolades underscore the institution's unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining a culture of excellence.

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, as well as a diverse and inclusive community. 

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 at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/179737

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.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. 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.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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 Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). 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/

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