Summary

The Margaret M. and Albert B. Alkek Department of Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine (BCM) and The Texas Heart Institute at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston seek a board-certified non-invasive cardiologist with advanced expertise in echocardiography to join the General Cardiology/Non-Invasive service line in the Division of Cardiology.

The ideal candidate is a highly skilled imager with expertise in advanced echocardiographic techniques, strong clinical acumen, and a commitment to education, mentorship, and research in an academic setting.

The Division of Cardiology at BCM is renowned for its comprehensive cardiovascular care and cutting-edge research, offering advanced treatments in heart failure, structural heart disease, electrophysiology, congenital heart conditions, and lipid disorders. The division consists of 64 faculty and 51 fellows, providing care across Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center (BSLMC), the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, and Ben Taub Hospital.

BCM recently announced a historic integration with The Texas Heart Institute, expanding its impact in cardiovascular patient care, research, and education.

The Adult Echocardiography Laboratory at BSLMC has a long-standing tradition of excellence, performing transthoracic, transesophageal, stress echocardiography, and structural heart imaging. The successful candidate will contribute to this high-volume, high-acuity imaging environment while actively participating in outpatient and inpatient cardiology services.

The successful candidate will hold a faculty appointment at Baylor College of Medicine, with rank and compensation commensurate with experience and accomplishments.

Job Duties

• At least one dedicated day per week in the BSLMC Echocardiography Lab.
• Additional echocardiography reading at the BCM Outpatient Echocardiography Lab.
• Interpret and perform advanced echocardiographic studies, including structural heart imaging.
• Outpatient cardiology clinic at BCM (4 half-day sessions per week).
• Participate in inpatient cardiology consults at BSLMC (up to 6 weeks per year).
• Teach and mentor fellows, residents, and medical students.
• Engage in departmental meetings, service line discussions, and educational activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• M.D., M.D./Ph.D., or D.O. degree.
• ABIM Board-certification in Cardiovascular Disease.
• Level III training in Adult Echocardiography (per COCATS 4 or 2019 ACC/AHA/ASE Advanced Training Statement).
• NBE Certification or Testamur status (ASCeXAM).
• Eligible for a Texas medical license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in advanced echocardiographic techniques (3D, contrast, strain imaging, stress echo, peri-procedural guidance).
• Interest and/or experience in education, academic medicine, and clinical research.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled cardiovascular imager and clinician to join a leading academic institution and contribute to advanced echocardiographic imaging, clinical excellence, and medical education in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Interested applicants should forward a letter of interest outlining qualifications and an updated CV to Dr. Enrique Garcia-Sayan ([email protected]) and Dr. Christie Ballantyne, MD ([email protected]).