Physician, Pediatric Interventional Cath Lab - Full Time - Hartford, CT

Connecticut Children's is actively seeking a Pediatric Interventional Cardiologist to join our growing Division of Pediatric Cardiology. The ideal candidate should be board-certified in Pediatric Cardiology, have completed advanced training in pediatric interventional cardiology, and possess post-fellowship interventional cardiology experience treating patients from infancy through adulthood. The successful candidate will serve as one of two attending cardiac interventionalists supported by an interventional cardiac nurse practitioner. Academic rank will be determined by the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. A directorship within the section of Interventional Cardiology may be considered based on interest and experience. Participation in house staff and fellow education, as well as clinical, translational, and/or quality/performance improvement research, will be expected. Additional clinical duties will include an outpatient cardiology clinic. Inpatient cardiology duties can be considered based on interest and experience.

Connecticut Children's is the only health system in Connecticut that is primarily dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children's offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. CT Children's is home to the University of Connecticut School of Medicine Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship Program and also provides training for medical students, residents, and fellows in maternal-fetal medicine, cardiothoracic surgery, and emergency medicine.

The Division of Cardiology is comprised of 14 cardiologists and 4 advanced practitioners. The cardiothoracic surgery team is directed by Dr. Dennis Mello. The practice features a state-of-the-art hybrid catheterization lab that routinely performs a full range of transcatheter procedures supported by our exceptional advanced imaging services with approximately 10,000 echocardiograms performed annually.

CT Children's is the state''s first accredited comprehensive care center for adults with congenital heart disease, as well as a world-class Fetal Care Center and pioneering fetal cardiology program. At CT Children's, there are 12,000 outpatient pediatric cardiology visits per year and 1,300 outpatient adult congenital cardiology visits. Our team delivers cutting-edge care for cardio-oncology patients and is proud to be the first center in New England accredited by the International Cardio-Oncology Society.

A new eight-story medical tower opened in December 2025 and includes a new 50-bed NICU, a 14-bed Acuity-Adaptable Unit, a Fetal Care Center with 6 labor and delivery rooms and 2 dedicated operating rooms, an Advanced Cellular Gene Therapy Unit, an expanded pharmacy, and other clinical spaces and services. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations closer to home. Our breakthrough research in collaboration with the University of Connecticut and Jackson Laboratories, superior education and training, and innovative community partnerships provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families, and team members.

Our team of pediatric cardiologists and cardiovascular surgeons at CT Children's is dedicated to high-quality patient care delivery. The group strongly values collaboration and communication, forming a positive, patient-focused work environment. At Connecticut Children's, treating children isn't just our job-it's our passion. As a leading children's health system experiencing steady growth, we're excited to expand our team with exceptional members who share our vision of transforming children's health and well-being as one team.

Connecticut Children's is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children's offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.

At Connecticut Children's, treating children isn't just our job - it's our passion. As a leading children's health system experiencing steady growth, we're excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children's health and well-being as one team.

Connecticut Children's offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package for eligible team members, including medical, dental and vision insurance, hospital paid life and disability coverage, paid time off and leave programs, education and training assistance, a retirement savings plan with hospital match, and an employment assistance program. Eligibility for certain benefits is based on scheduled hours worked. All team members are eligible to participate in the retirement savings plan, regardless of scheduled hours worked. Additional benefit information is available here.

Education and/or Experience Required:

MD or DO Degree, residency, and fellowship

License / Certification / Registration Required:

Current state license to practice medicine, DEA, and CSR

BE/BC in Pediatric Cardiology

Education and/or Experience Preferred:

Interventional Experience with Adult Congenital Heart Disease

License / Certification / Registration Preferred:

Board certification/eligibility in Adult Congenital Heart Disease

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Perform a full spectrum of pediatric and adult congenital interventional cardiac catheterization procedures in a state-of-the-art Hybrid Cath Lab.
• Help guide the clinical operations and ongoing development of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, including protocols, equipment planning, workflow, and quality initiatives.
• Participate in national quality improvement efforts, including the IMPACT Registry, and support patient safety, quality assurance, and regulatory readiness.
• Build and strengthen partnerships with regional institutions to expand congenital interventional cardiology services.
• Collaborate closely with cardiac surgery, pediatric cardiac intensive care, Advanced Practice Providers, and multidisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Provide comprehensive outpatient pediatric cardiology care, with the option for inpatient care as well.
• Teach and mentor pediatric cardiology fellows, residents, interns, and medical students through the University of Connecticut School of Medicine.

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Strong clinical and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice.
• Interest and experience in academic medicine, including teaching and research, as well as regional and national representation at conferences and committees.
• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Perform a full spectrum of pediatric and adult congenital interventional cardiac catheterization procedures in a state-of-the-art Hybrid Cath Lab.
• Help guide the clinical operations and ongoing development of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, including protocols, equipment planning, workflow, and quality initiatives.
• Participate in national quality improvement efforts, including the IMPACT Registry, and support patient safety, quality assurance, and regulatory readiness.
• Build and strengthen partnerships with regional institutions to expand congenital interventional cardiology services.
• Collaborate closely with cardiac surgery, pediatric cardiac intensive care, Advanced Practice Providers, and multidisciplinary care teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Provide comprehensive outpatient pediatric cardiology care, with the option for inpatient care as well.
• Teach and mentor pediatric cardiology fellows, residents, interns, and medical students through the University of Connecticut School of Medicine.

Desired Skills/Experience:

• Strong clinical and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice.
• Interest and experience in academic medicine, including teaching and research, as well as regional and national representation at conferences and committees.
• Strong leadership capabilities with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.