Cardiology Opening in Hartford, CT

Updated 9/18/26
Hartford, Connecticut, United States
Physician
Cardiology
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Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship No

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Medical Director Mechanical Circulatory Support Program opening - Hartford, CT Seeking an experienced Cardiology Physician Leader to serve as Medical Director of the Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) Program, with primary oversight of Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) services. This physician will provide clinical leadership, strategic direction, and oversight for a growing, multidisciplinary ECMO program supporting cardiogenic shock, cardiac arrest, advanced heart failure, and complex critical care patients. Position Details Clinical Leadership & Program Development

  • Serve as physician leader and clinical authority for the ECMO and MCS program
  • Oversee patient selection, cannulation strategies, management protocols, and decannulation
  • Lead development and continuous refinement of ECMO clinical pathways, policies, and protocols aligned with ELSO and national best practices
  • Provide direct clinical care consistent with specialty training
Quality, Safety & Outcomes Monitor and improve ECMO clinical outcomes, patient safety metrics, and resource utilization Lead morbidity and mortality reviews and quality improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and reporting requirements (e.g., ELSO) Multidisciplinary Team Leadership Collaborate with cardiothoracic surgery, critical care, emergency medicine, perfusion services, nursing, respiratory therapy, and hospital leadership Support recruitment, education, and ongoing competency of ECMO team members Foster a culture of high reliability, accountability, and continuous learning Education & Academic Engagement Provide teaching and mentorship for fellows, residents, APPs, and nursing staff Support simulation, training, and continuing education related to ECMO and cardiogenic shock Participate in research, registry participation, and scholarly activity Strategic Growth Partner with Heart & Vascular Institute leadership to expand ECMO services, referral networks, and regional impact Support development of advanced shock teams, mobile ECMO capabilities, or heart failure/MCS expansion as appropriate Qualifications Required MD or DO with board certification in Cardiology (Interventional Cardiology, Advanced Heart Failure/Transplant, or Critical Care Cardiology preferred) Demonstrated hands-on ECMO experience, including leadership in ECMO management for cardiac indications Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Connecticut Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in high-acuity environments Preferred Prior experience as an ECMO Director, Associate Director, or physician champion Familiarity with ELSO standards, registry participation, and quality benchmarks Strong interest in program building, innovation, and system-level improvement Academic appointment and scholarly activity A nationally recognized, integrated system with 2,800+ providers across 500+ locations, including eight hospitals and one of the Northeast's largest academic centers. The Heart & Vascular Institute offers a highly collaborative, forward-thinking environment where physicians lead, innovate, and grow.
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