Medical Director, Advanced Heart Failure - Deborah Heart and Lung Center

Deborah Heart and Lung Center, a nationally recognized quaternary care heart and vascular specialty hospital, is seeking a talented physician leader to further develop its growing advanced heart failure program.

About Deborah Heart and Lung Center: Deborah Heart and Lung Center is home to New Jerseys oldest cardiac surgery program and is committed to the highest quality patient-centered cardiovascular care. Our commitment is reflected by multiple STS 3-star designations and other quality awards, alongside the highest patient satisfaction scores in the state. Our multidisciplinary programs in interventional and structural cardiology, vascular disease, cardiac electrophysiology, and mechanical circulatory support rank within the top 10% nationally. Deborahs comprehensive CHF program has experienced significant growth across all areas, including a robust destination LVAD program. The program is supported by an integrated cardiovascular imaging department offering advanced echocardiography, cardiac CT, and MRI.

Position Overview: The Medical Director, Advanced Heart Failure will oversee current clinical activities and develop new opportunities for advanced care and growth within the program. This position involves close collaboration with dyad administrative partners in both cardiology and surgery. The Medical Director will be responsible for the programs operational, financial, regulatory, and quality performance, as well as strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and enhance current program clinical activities.
• Develop new opportunities for advanced heart disease care and program growth.
• Manage operational, financial, regulatory, and quality performance.
• Collaborate with other medical directors and administrators within a matrixed structure.
• Potentially engage in clinical research activities.

Qualifications:

• Board certification in cardiology and advanced CHF.
• Proven leadership experience in a clinical setting.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary, team-based environment.
• Interest or background in clinical research is desirable.

Location and Benefits: Deborah is centrally located in Southern New Jersey, offering an easy commute from the Greater Philadelphia area, Atlantic coastal towns, and Princeton, NJ. We provide competitive compensation and benefits.

Application Process: Interested candidates should forward a CV and letter of interest to Heidi Terzo, Manager, Talent Acquisition Senior Physician Recruiter, at terzoh@deborah.org.

Join us at Deborah Heart and Lung Center, where we are dedicated to excellence in cardiovascular care and innovation.