Director, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory & Interventional Cardiology

Jefferson Health
Philadelphia, PA

Director, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory & Interventional Cardiology


Interventional Cardiologist (Associate or Full Professor)

Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania


Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and the Bruce & Robbi Toll Heart and Vascular Institute (HVI) at Jefferson Health are seeking a distinguished Interventional Cardiologist to serve as Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory and Interventional Cardiology Section within the Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology.


This is a senior academic leadership opportunity for an accomplished physician with expertise in complex coronary intervention, structural heart disease, and mechanical circulatory support, and a strong track record of clinical excellence, program development, and academic achievement.


Leadership Opportunity

The Director will provide strategic, clinical, and operational leadership for interventional cardiology services within a nationally recognized academic medical center. This individual will play a key role in advancing clinical quality, innovation, research, and education, while expanding and strengthening advanced interventional programs.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee all aspects of cardiac catheterization laboratory operations and interventional cardiology services
  • Drive program growth and innovation in complex coronary and structural heart interventions
  • Ensure excellence in clinical quality, patient safety, and outcomes, with adherence to key performance metrics
  • Optimize workflow, staffing, and resource utilization in partnership with nursing and administrative leadership
  • Collaborate with institutional leadership to align divisional goals with the strategic vision of the Heart and Vascular Institute
  • Maintain an active and productive clinical practice
  • Lead and support clinical research initiatives, trials, and academic scholarship
  • Mentor and teach medical students, residents, and fellows


This position reports directly to the Chief of Cardiology and Deputy Director of the HVI.


Program Highlights

  • Join a team of 50+ full-time academic cardiologists in a rapidly expanding multidisciplinary program
  • Comprehensive cardiovascular services including:
  • Structural and interventional cardiology
  • Electrophysiology
  • Advanced heart failure and transplant
  • Cardio-oncology, cardio-obstetrics
  • Specialized amyloidosis and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy programs
  • Practice within Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, a flagship academic center within the Jefferson Health network


Qualifications

  • MD or DO from an accredited institution
  • Board certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology
  • Eligible for medical licensure in Pennsylvania
  • Minimum of 10+ years of clinical experience in interventional cardiology, including advanced coronary and structural procedures
  • Demonstrated leadership experience in a cath lab or interventional program preferred
  • Proven record of clinical excellence, program development, and academic achievement
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Academic rank at Associate or Full Professor commensurate with experience


Why Jefferson

Jefferson Health is a nationally recognized academic health system known for innovation, collaboration, and excellence in patient care. The Heart and Vascular Institute continues to grow as a regional and national leader in cardiovascular medicine, offering physicians the opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a meaningful impact.


This is a rare opportunity to lead a premier interventional cardiology program and shape the future of cardiovascular care within a top-tier academic institution.


Confidential inquiries are welcome.


Jason Kendall


Talent Acquisition Partner, Physician Recruitment

Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health

T (314) 327-4574 cell/text | jason.kendall@jefferson.edu

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