Physician/Attending - CICU (Healthcare)

Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist

 

Join Our Team at Nicklaus Children's Hospital Heart Institute!

The Nicklaus Children's Hospital Heart Institute is a renowned center of excellence dedicated to providing world-class cardiac care to pediatric patients and patients with congenital heart disease. With state-of-the-art facilities and a multidisciplinary team of experts, we deliver comprehensive, compassionate, and cutting-edge care to all children and fetuses with acquired and congenital heart disease and young adults with congenital heart disease. The Heart Institute offers a wide range of services including the management of patients requiring complex congenital heart surgery, interventional catheterization, invasive and non-invasive electrophysiology, non-invasive imaging (fetal and cardiac MRI/CT), and preventive cardiology. Our pediatric cardiology and cardiovascular surgery services are ranked among the nation's best for pediatric cardiology and heart surgery by U.S. News & World Report.

 

Our cardiac surgical program is one of the most transparent in the world and the first to offer real-time outcomes reporting (https://rto.nicklauschildrens.org). Our Advanced Pediatric Care Pavilion houses a 34-bed, fully telemetered cardiac inpatient unit with an acuity-adjustable model that allows all rooms to accommodate critically ill patients. Nicklaus Children's Hospital is an affiliate of the Florida International University Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine.

 Position Overview

 Nicklaus Children's Heart Institute is seeking a Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist to join our world-class team dedicated to providing exceptional care to children with congenital and acquired heart disease. This physician will play a key role in a 34-bed dedicated Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) with 24-hour coverage, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver state-of-the-art critical care to patients with complex cardiovascular conditions.

 

The Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist will report to the Medical Director of the CICU and work in close collaboration with cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, intensivists, and other healthcare professionals. This role requires a commitment to clinical excellence, quality improvement, education, and research, aligning with the strategic goals of Nicklaus Children's Heart Institute.

 

Responsibilities

 

·         Provide comprehensive, evidence-based critical care for pediatric patients with congenital and non-congenital cardiovascular conditions in the Cardiac ICU (CICU).

·         Conduct thorough evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and treatment planning, including mechanical circulatory support and perioperative management.

·         Collaborate closely with pediatric cardiologists, interventional cardiologists, cardiovascular surgeons, and other multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

·         Supervise and mentor Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), fellows, residents, and other trainees in the CICU.

·         Participate in and contribute to research initiatives aimed at advancing the field of pediatric cardiac critical care.

·         Engage in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives to enhance outcomes and efficiency within the CICU.

·         Support the mission, vision, and strategic direction of Nicklaus Children's Heart Institute through active involvement in program development and institutional initiatives.

·         Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence in cardiac critical care delivery.

 

Additional qualifications and desired attributes include:  

 

·         MD degree or equivalent from an accredited school of medicine AND

·         Fellowship training (three years) in Pediatric Cardiology or Pediatric Critical Care Medicine with

o   One year of Fellowship training in Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care OR

o   Dual Fellowship training in Pediatric Cardiology and Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

·         Unrestricted medical license and board certification by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) in Pediatric Cardiology

·         Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of Florida

·         Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team

·         Commitment to clinical excellence, education, and research in pediatric cardiac intensive care 

 

About Nicklaus Children's Health System

 

Founded in 1950, the rebranded Nicklaus Children's Hospital is a 307-bed freestanding children's hospital and ACS-verified Level 1 pediatric trauma center that is renowned for excellence in all aspects of pediatric medicine and has numerous subspecialty programs that are ranked among the best in the nation. It is also home to the largest pediatric teaching program in the southeastern U.S. Highlighting its nationally recognized achievements in patient safety and quality, Nicklaus Children's Hospital was named a Top Children's Hospital by The Leapfrog Group in 2023. In addition, our organization consistently appears on employer award lists such as Newsweek's “Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces®.” Nicklaus Children's Pediatric Specialists is the physician-led multispecialty medical group practice of Nicklaus Children's Health System. Join a phenomenal team that brings lifelong health and hope to children and their families through innovative and compassionate care.

 

Nicklaus Children's Hospital is located in Miami, Florida and offers all the advantages of a tropical, diverse and metropolitan community. Enjoy abundant sunshine and warm weather year-round with easy access to numerous recreational opportunities, cultural and professional sporting venues, and international travel. 

 

Competitive compensation and benefits package. Qualified candidates please contact: 

Joyce Berger, Physician Recruiter

joyce.berger@nicklaushealth.org or 786-624-3510 

Nicklauschildrens.org/NCPS 

 

or

 

Danyal Khan, MD

Interim Chief, Cardiology

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Heart Institute

danyal.khan@nicklaushealth.org

 

Job Summary

The position is primarily a clinical position related to the diagnosis, treatment and clinical management of pediatric patients in a multidisciplinary environment that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, clinical scientists and social workers. The position offers exposure to a mix of general and high acuity pediatric patients. The position also includes teaching and supervision of medical residents and provides opportunities to participate in research and publishing.

Job Specific Duties

• Applies knowledge of growth and development in customer interactions and treatment.
• Continues to actively self-educate (i.e., reading journals, CME credits, NCH conferences, etc.).
• Coordinates and/or develops and delivers monthly inservices to meet staff and resident development needs.
• Coordinates follow-up of tests, lab studies, and patient follow-up phone calls.
• Directly provides clinical services to patients including, but not limited to: performing and recording history and physical examinations, recording and interpreting pertinent patient data, developing and documenting a treatment plan, writing routine orders for appropriate laboratory studies, x-rays and consultations, performing patient/parent teaching, assisting with patient follow-up, performing appropriate screenings, administering medications as required, ordering and/or performing therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as indicated by patient findings.
• Makes suggestions to Department Director and/or attending staff that may be beneficial to the improvement of the department.
• Participates in Performance Improvement, Research and Publishing.
• Participates in teaching of and is role model to medical students and residents.
• Participates in the call schedule as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) from an accredited medical school 
• Current state medical license and in good standing with medical board
• American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional clinical, research and teaching skills and have a commitment to academic pediatrics.
• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and co-workers.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and react calmly under stressful conditions.
• Ability to problem solve to formulate a plan of care and evaluate the patient's response to care.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and react calmly under stressful conditions.