Medical Director of Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiology

The Department of Anesthesiology at theUniversity of Minnesota School of Medicine is seeking aPediatricCardiac Anesthesiologistto serve as Medical Director of its Division of Pediatric Cardiac Anesthesiology.

The University of Minnesota Medical Center is a quaternary care
academicinstitutionwitha robust pediatric cardiac surgical program. Our pediatric cardiac anesthesiology team provides comprehensive care for patients with both palliative and corrective complex heart conditions, spanning from the interventional suite to the main operating rooms. Our division also plays a key role in the perioperative adult congenital heart disease program defining both our division and the university's strong presence in the field of congenital heart care.

The Department of Anesthesia is committed to discovery, innovationand compassion in patient care, to research and to the education of future leaders in anesthesiology.

Areas of focus within the Division are:

• Patient safety through optimization of hand off processes in both directions (OR to ICU and ICU to OR)
• Early extubation facilitated by multispecialty planning in the immediate postsurgical period
• Bleeding risk after pediatric cardiac surgery and management
• Close relationship with pediatric intensivists in the pediatric CVICU.
• Collaboration with our pediatric CT surgeons leading research and quality improvement projects pertaining to congenital heart disease.

Background Requirements

• Completion of an accredited ACGME Anesthesiology residency and pediatric anesthesiology fellowship.
• Board certified in Anesthesiology and Pediatric Anesthesiology by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
• Pediatric cardiac anesthesiology training preferred.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• A track record of original research and publications.
• Demonstrated accomplishments in team leadership and the mentorship of junior faculty.
• Demonstrated accomplishments in resident and fellow education.
• Eligible for appointment at the Associate or Full Professor level.
• A clear vision for advancing the subspecialty, experience collaborating with ICU teams, cardiologists and other colleagues, and proven leadership skills in crafting the future of the division.
• Commitment to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion in all areas of clinical care, education and research.

M Health and Clinical Partnerships

University of Minnesota Physicians providers practice at affiliated locations under the University of Minnesota Health (M Health) shared care delivery system. This collaboration, alongside Fairview Health Services, creates a nationally renowned academic health system dedicated to superior patient care, research, and education.

Why University of Minnesota

• One of the nation's top research-intensive institutions, ranked#9 in NIH fundingfor publicly funded U.S. medical schools.
• Benefit from a thriving research environment within theDepartment of Anesthesiology
• Access an abundance of collaboration opportunities and resources as part of a Big Ten land-grant university.
• Enjoy fulfilling work/life balancewith ample time away from the operating room.
• Receive an attractive benefits package including substantial retirement contribution, signing incentives, relocation, well-being allowance, concierge services, and more!

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

UMTC stands as one of the largest public research universities, offering a plethora of opportunities for study and research across undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. Nestled in the vibrant metropolitan communities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, UMTC benefits from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, corporations, government agencies, and cultural organizations.

Community Information

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University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non-profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non-clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine. Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers, and 2,200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond.

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