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## Cardiology Fellowship Program Director — Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant | Gainesville, FLNorth Central Florida — UCF College of Medicine Affiliation## Position Details* Full-time, permanent position* Employment Type: Direct employment with private practice* Setting: Inpatient and outpatient — clinical and academic leadership role* Schedule: Days with rotating weekends* Faculty appointment with UCF College of Medicine* Partnership track available## Practice OverviewSeeking a BC Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiologist to provide visionary leadership as Program Director for a new ACGME-accredited Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program set to launch in 2027:* Well-established cardiovascular practice serving North Central Florida for nearly 40 years* Dedicated team of 30 cardiologists, vascular specialists, PAs, and NPs* Main campus in Gainesville with satellite location in Lake City* Provide advanced heart failure, general cardiology, and mechanical circulatory support (MCS) care in both inpatient and outpatient settings* Participate in multidisciplinary heart failure and cardiogenic shock programs* Help develop an Advanced Heart Failure Network regionally across a 15-hospital division* Interpret echocardiograms and perform cardiac procedures appropriate to subspecialty training* Participate in clinical research and quality improvement initiatives## Educational Leadership Responsibilities* Serve as Program Director for the Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program in accordance with ACGME requirements* Oversee curriculum development, trainee recruitment, evaluation, and progression* Mentor fellows and residents in clinical and scholarly activities* Foster a culture of academic excellence, professionalism, and innovation* Collaborate with UCF COM Graduate Medical Education leadership for program compliance* Fellowship expected to welcome 9 learners once fully established## Research & Academic Activities* Engage in clinical or translational research in heart failure, transplantation, or cardiovascular medicine* Contribute to peer-reviewed publications and national presentations* Support grant development and scholarly collaboration within the Division and Department## Compensation & Benefits* Academic rank and salary commensurate with experience and qualifications* Faculty appointment with UCF College of Medicine* Partnership track* Collaborative opportunities with UCF COM faculty* Comprehensive support system for clinical and academic success* Full benefits package — details provided upon inquiry## Required Qualifications* MD or DO — Board Certified in Cardiovascular Disease* Completion of an ACGME-accredited Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology fellowship — required* Minimum 3 years of documented educational and/or administrative experience in an ACGME-accredited internal medicine residency or cardiovascular disease fellowship — required* Florida medical license or eligibility to obtain* Proven ability to balance administrative leadership with teaching and clinical care* Demonstrated scholarly activity — peer-reviewed research, publications, national presentations, or committee involvement highly encouraged## About the Organization* 523-bed respected community hospital in Gainesville, Florida* Multi-year 3-Star Rating from Society of Thoracic Surgeons for isolated CABG procedures* Healthgrades America's 250 Best Hospitals 2024 and 2024 Patient Safety Excellence Award* Blue Distinction Center Plus for Spine Surgery and Bariatric Surgery* Accredited Chest Pain Center, DNV Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, and NAPBC accredited* Joint Commission Key Top-Quality Performer* Robust Robotic Program with 5+ da Vinci Xi Robots and new da Vinci 5* Three freestanding emergency service locations in addition to the main ER* Part of a national network with 325+ residency and fellowship programs across 82 hospitals in 16 states* GME program launched in 2016 — currently hosts 6 residency programs and 2 fellowship programs supporting 173 positions* Cutting-edge on-site Simulation Lab## About the Community – Gainesville, Florida* Recognized as one of Florida's most livable cities — blending small-town charm with innovative urban amenities* Renowned for preservation of historic buildings, vibrant arts scene, and cultural diversity* Natural beauty including springs, lakes, outdoor parks, and museums* Convenient proximity to both Florida coasts — easy access to sandy beaches and Florida's renowned attractions* Home to the University of Florida — a dynamic college town atmosphere with Big Ten sports* Warm, sunny climate year-round with a welcoming, diverse community