Director of Arrhythmia Services

Job Description

Job Description

Director of Arrhythmia Services

Our organization is in search of a Director for Arrhythmia Services to oversee a well-established electrophysiology program catering to the New York Capital Region. This role presents a unique chance to enhance and broaden a comprehensive electrophysiology initiative, emphasizing innovation, clinical excellence, education, mentorship, and research endeavors. The academic title will be determined as either Associate Professor or Professor , contingent upon qualifications and experience.

We are expanding our team, which currently includes 18 cardiologists and 5 advanced practice providers, to address the growing demand for our services. Established in 1839, our institution is one of the oldest private medical schools in the nation and hosts the only academic tertiary care hospital in the Capital Region.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and strategic leadership for the Electrophysiology section, focusing on program expansion, quality improvement, and patient outcomes.
• Establish an electrophysiology fellowship program in partnership with division and institutional Graduate Medical Education (GME) leadership.
• Create new clinical pathways, services, and outreach initiatives to boost procedural and referral volumes.
• Collaborate with faculty in advanced heart failure, interventional cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, and cardiovascular imaging.
• Support the education and professional development of fellows, residents, and advanced practice providers.
• Work with institutional research leadership to enhance clinical trials and investigator-initiated studies in electrophysiology.
• Mentor junior faculty and trainees, focusing on scholarly productivity and career advancement.
• Promote the academic, clinical, and educational missions of the Division of Cardiology.

Qualifications

• MD/DO (or equivalent) with board certification in Cardiovascular Disease and/or Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology.
• Completion of a fellowship in clinical cardiac electrophysiology.
• Experience in an academic medical center, demonstrating leadership, program development, and research engagement.
• Proven track record in teaching, mentorship, and scholarly contributions suitable for an appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across various specialties.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in New York State.

Benefits and Working Conditions

We provide a highly competitive benefits package, which includes:

• A competitive base salary ranging from $470,000 to $500,000 , depending on academic rank, with additional incentive pay after the first year of employment.
• A generous sign-on and retention bonus to welcome you to our team.
• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move.
• Comprehensive health insurance covering medical, dental, and vision.
• Ample paid time off and a holiday schedule.
• A retirement plan along with a 403(b) option.
• An annual allowance for Continuing Medical Education (CME) and dedicated time for CME activities.
• Occurrence-based malpractice insurance coverage.
• Employee wellness programs and mental health support.

Our organization serves as a cornerstone for medicine, research, and medical education in New York's Capital Region, employing over 10,000 individuals and offering a wide range of career opportunities in both patient care and administration. We value our staff and provide exceptional employee benefits, including:

• Outstanding health care coverage with no copay at our providers.
• A variety of services and programs aimed at supporting emotional, physical, and mental well-being.

Located in the historic capital city of Albany, our facility offers a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient care, housing the region's largest hospital, the only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and the sole children's hospital. The downtown campus also provides opportunities at our medical college.

Our organization is part of a health system that includes several hospitals and healthcare providers, serving over three million individuals across 25 counties.

We encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities, to apply. Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer .