Chief of Cardiology – Leadership Role

About the role

St. Joseph's Health is seeking an experienced physician leader to serve as Chief of Cardiology. This senior position oversees all professional and administrative activities within the Cardiology Service Line and acts as Department Chair, shaping the strategic direction of the cardiac program.

Key responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary cardiology care (invasive and non‑invasive) across the service line.
• Develop and execute a 3–5‑year strategic and operating plan, monitoring performance against objectives.
• Recruit, onboard, and support physicians and advanced practice providers.
• Ensure quality, productivity, and patient‑experience standards are met.
• Oversee clinical services, cost management, quality assurance, and medical protocols.
• Advance clinical capabilities, promote research, and enhance national recognition of St. Joseph’s Health as a major cardiac center.
• Manage capital and operating budgets to drive financial sustainability.
• Foster physician engagement and lead system‑level cardiology initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with DNV, CMS, NYS, and other regulatory standards.
• Travel to various Trinity Health sites up to 50% of the time.

Required profile

• MD or DO with Board Certification in Cardiology (Interventional or Non‑Invasive) and eligibility for New York State licensure.
• Proven leadership experience in a cardiology program or service line.
• Strong strategic, operational, and financial acumen.
• Commitment to clinical excellence and collaborative leadership.

Required skills

• Board Certification in Cardiology
• Interventional Cardiology
• Non‑Invasive Cardiology
• Physician leadership
• Strategic planning
• Financial management
• Regulatory compliance (DNV, CMS, NYS)

What we offer

• Base compensation $600‑$800K per year plus productivity incentives.
• Opportunity to shape a major cardiac center and enhance its national reputation.
• Comprehensive benefits package.