Open Rank Clinical Faculty – Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care

About the role

The University of Miami seeks an Open Rank Clinical Faculty member to lead the care of critically ill pediatric cardiac patients. This full‑time position combines direct patient management, teaching, and research within the Department of Pediatrics.

Key responsibilities

• Provide attending physician coverage for pediatric cardiac intensive care and step‑down units, including patients on mechanical circulatory support.
• Maintain a service commitment of approximately 14‑16 weeks per year with on‑call duties.
• Teach and mentor pediatric critical care and cardiology fellows, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other unit staff.
• Develop and implement clinical practice guidelines, quality‑improvement projects, and simulation‑based training.
• Engage in basic‑science or clinical research related to pediatric cardiac critical care.

Required profile

• MD or DO degree.
• Board‑certified in Pediatrics.
• Board‑certified or eligible in pediatric cardiology or pediatric critical care with at least 12 months of advanced cardiac intensive care training.
• Florida medical license or eligibility.

Required skills

• Board certification in Pediatrics.
• Advanced clinical training in cardiac intensive care medicine.
• Eligibility for a Florida medical license.

What we offer

• Opportunities for academic advancement and research funding.
• Collaborative environment with leading pediatric cardiology and critical care teams.
• Comprehensive benefits and support for professional development.