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Job Category:
Academic Staff

Employment Type:
Regular

Job Profile:
Clinical Assistant Professor

Job Summary:

The Department of Pediatrics and the Department of Medicine at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health are seeking an outstanding pediatric cardiologist and adult congenital heart disease cardiologist to join our nationally recognized programs.

We are recruiting a physician with expertise in pediatric cardiology and adult congenital heart disease cardiology and who is passionate about delivering exceptional clinical care.

• Candidates should have demonstrated excellence in clinical care and a commitment to patient- and family-centered practice.

• Candidates should have strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a multidisciplinary environment.

• Candidates should have a commitment to education, quality improvement, and collaborative care.

• This position is full or part-time, 50%-100%.

• This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location.

• This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations.The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Perform patient care at UW Health locations including inpatient adult congenital heart disease service and night call; outpatient adult congenital heart disease services that include clinic coverage at Madison-based clinics as well as regional sites based on the needs of the section; and diagnostic cardiovascular testing, including but limited to, electrocardiograms, ambulatory monitors, transthoracic echocardiography, and a variety of modalities of stress testing and non-invasive imaging.

• Participate in outpatient pediatric cardiology practice, including general cardiology and/or subspecialty clinics based on expertise and interests.

• Engage in clinical teaching of fellows, residents, and medical students, and support the teaching and clinical research missions of the division and department.

Department:

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Pediatrics, Division of Cardiology

School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine

The at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is a vibrant academic department comprising more than 230 faculty members in 16 subspecialty divisions. The department promotes and enhances the health of children through outstanding clinical care, exemplary education of pediatric trainees, performance of cutting-edge research, and vigorous advocacy. Our faculty enjoy a robust infrastructure of services as well as the opportunity to contribute to our world-class research portfolio: since 2015, the Department of Pediatrics has ranked among the Top 20 pediatrics departments receiving NIH funding, according to Blue Ridge Institutes for Medical Research.

Members of the strive to maintain excellence in clinical care, education, and research. The division recognizes that excellence in pediatric cardiovascular medicine and surgery requires a well-coordinated team approach to care. Important contributors to divisional activities include physicians (pediatric specialists in cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, critical care medicine, anesthesiology and perfusion, and maternal fetal medicine), nurse practitioners, registered nurses, echocardiography technicians, exercise physiologists, and our patients, their families, and their referring physicians. We strive for excellence in service and clarity in communication with our patients' families and with their physicians.

The Department of Medicine   helps people live their healthiest lives through prevention and state-of-the-art care for complex heart disease. We lead comprehensive education, research, and clinical programs — in partnership with our world-class university and remarkable health system. We are innovative, collaborative, and kind. We strive for excellence and equity. And we make an impact in Wisconsin and beyond.

Our nationally accredited Adult Congenital Heart Disease Program delivers comprehensive, lifespan care for patients with congenital heart disease, serving as a referral center for Wisconsin and the surrounding region. We care for a broad and increasingly complex population of adults with congenital heart disease, including those with repaired and unrepaired lesions, as well as patients with advanced complications such as heart failure, arrhythmias, pulmonary vascular disease, and high-risk pregnancy. The University of Wisconsin Adult Congenital Heart Disease fellowship is a nationally recognized clinical program, offering individualized and integrated adult and pediatric clinical services.

Community:

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Madison is the second largest city in the state, with a city population of approximately 280,000 and a regional population of over 1 million. The city is within easy driving distance of Chicago and Milwaukee. Madison's technology economy is growing rapidly, and the region is home to the headquarters of Epic Systems, Exact Sciences, and Promega, as well as many biotech, health care IT, and health systems startups. Other large employers headquartered in the area include Sub-Zero Wolf, Lands' End, American Family Insurance, TruStage, Trek Bicycles, and Duluth Trading Company.

Madison is rich with cultural offerings, abundant outdoor activities, and one of the strongest local food scenes in the country: from April to October, the Capitol Square hosts the largest producer-only farmers' market in the country. The city has a dedicated athletics fan base largely centered around the Big 10 University of Wisconsin–Madison. In addition, Madison is home to a professional soccer team, Forward Madison FC, and a professional ultimate frisbee team, the Madison Radicals. The Madison Mallards is a collegiate wood-bat summer baseball league team and the Madison Night Mares is a summer collegiate softball team. Marquee endurance sports and specialty sporting events include Ironman, Madison Marathon, and many national and international championship competitions.

Compensation:

Negotiable, 12 month

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the webpage. SMPH Faculty /Academic Staff Benefits Flyer 2026

Required Qualifications:

• Board certification or board eligibility in Pediatric Cardiology through the American Board of Pediatrics is required by appointment start date.

• Board certification or board eligibility in ACHD through the American Board of Internal Medicine is required by appointment start date.

• Completion of an accredited fellowship program in Pediatric Cardiology is required by the appointment start date.

• Completion of an accredited fellowship program in Adult Congenital Heart Disease is required by the appointment start date.

• Completion of an ACGME-approved pediatric residency program is required by the start date of the position.

• WI Medical license by start date of position.

• Board-certified in Pediatrics by start date of position.

• Eligibility for enrollment as a billing provider and for all necessary hospital privileges is required by the start date of the position.

Education:

• MD, DO, or equivalent is required

How to Apply:

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• Upload required documents:

  • CV

  • Cover Letter describing your:

  • Interest in joining the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Pediatrics as a Pediatric Cardiologist, and Department of Medicine as an Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) Cardiologist

  • Your qualifications and experience in Pediatric Cardiology and Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) Cardiology

Application reviewers will rely on these written materials to determine which applicants move forward in the process. References will be requested from final candidates. All applicants will be notified once the search concludes and a candidate is selected.

The deadline for assuring full consideration is August 15, 2026; however, the position will remain open and applications may be considered until the position is filled. 

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work. 

The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.

Contact Information:

Leigh Fredericks,[email protected], 608-263-7735

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