Job Summary Job Title: Clinical Academic Heart Failure/Echocardiography Cardiologist Work Site: Vancouver General Hospital Status: Full-Time Start Date: July 1, 2025 Compensation Type: Fee-for-Service Overview: The Division of Cardiology invites applications from outstanding cardiologists with advanced training in Echocardiography (level III) and advanced Heart Failure wishing to pursue a research‑focused career. This position is primarily based at Vancouver General Hospital in conjunction with a potential clinical role at St. Paul’s Hospital, both UBC‑affiliated teaching hospitals.

The successful applicant will be expected to pursue an academically focused career based on a strong publication and research track record, demonstrating the ability to obtain peer‑reviewed grant funding within the early phase of their career.

Responsibilities

- Provide inpatient and outpatient management of patients with heart failure.
- Perform all aspects of echocardiography including diagnostic TTE, TEE, stress echo and structural/interventional echocardiography.
- Allocate half time commitment to heart failure research and academic activities.
- Engage in teaching and training of trainees, fellows, and students.
- Support development and growth of the UBC Cardiology research and education programs.




- This role will also be a clinical faculty position within the Division of Cardiology at the University of British Columbia, with potential appointment as Clinical Assistant Professor or higher, depending on committee determination.

Qualifications: Education, Licensing, & Experience:

- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – Mandatory - Current Canadian College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) – Full - Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) – Mandatory - Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) – Mandatory Other Requirements:
- Certifications in Internal Medicine and Cardiology by RSPSC and eligibility for licensure in British Columbia.
- Minimum 1 year of accredited training in echocardiography (level III) and 1 year of dedicated training in heart failure.
- Excellent communication and teaching skills.
- Demonstrated awareness and knowledge of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) principles.
- Potential AFC certification in Echocardiography and advanced Heart Failure and Cardiac Transplantation preferred.

Advantages

- Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan.
- Employer‑paid training and leadership development opportunities.
- Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services for employees and their families.
- Award‑winning recognition programs.

📌 Clinical Academic Heart Failure/Echocardiography Cardiologist (Vancouver)
🏢 Vancouver Coastal Health
📍 Vancouver