Advanced Heart Failure/Transplant Cardiologist

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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. In September 2026, it was honored as a top performer in the Bernard A. Birnbaum, MD, Quality Leadership Study by Vizient, Inc., marking its 17th consecutive year of such recognition. Additionally, University of Utah Health ranked #5 nationally in Vizient’s Ambulatory Care Quality and Accountability Awards, maintaining a top ten position for the 12th year in a row. The U.S. News & World Report 2026-2027 Best Hospitals rankings have rated University of Utah Hospital #1 in the Salt Lake City metro area for the 13th consecutive year. The John A. Moran Eye Center is ranked #9 in the country for ophthalmology care, and the Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital is ranked #1 in Utah and #38 nationally for rehabilitation care. Huntsman Cancer Institute was ranked #1 in Utah and “high performing” nationally in cancer care. 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. 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 at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/210147

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.

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