The Department of Medicine at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University (LKSOM) is seeking qualified candidates and candidate nominations for the role of Director, Interventional Cardiology, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory and Cardiovascular Intervention.

The Director will oversee the clinical operations in all areas of Interventional Cardiology, LKSOM and Temple University Hospital (TUH). The Director will also have the overall responsibility of providing strategic direction and effective leadership while creating an environment that enhances clinical growth and academic development. Successful candidates will have clinical expertise in all areas of Interventional Cardiology, specifically percutaneous valve interventions, mechanical ventricular support and high risk coronary therapies. The new Director will possess a proven record of collaborative interaction in a "heart team" model with cardiac and vascular surgeons and excellence in clinical care, education, research, administration and academic credentials that will support a faculty appointment at the level of Associate/Full Professor.

The Temple Heart & Vascular Institute (THVI) is a physician led, patient focused institute built upon Temple Health’s excellent long-term reputation for heart and vascular clinical care, research and education. At the core of THVI is an integrated approach that encourages collaboration between care providers in order to improve patient experience, outcomes, and value across the spectrum of prevention, diagnosis, intervention, and rehabilitation of cardiovascular disease. THVI continues to build upon the strengths inherent in an institute model while maintaining the advantages conferred as an academic and research healthcare entity.

Candidate Qualifications

• An M.D. or M.D. /Ph.D. with active board certifications in Internal Medicine and Interventional Cardiology.
• Possess academic credentials for a faculty appointment at the level of Associate/Full Professor.
• Candidates should be an active participant in national organizations and committees such as the American College of Cardiology.
• Experience in managing clinical operations in a successful, recognized cardiology program
• A strong belief in a multidisciplinary approach to cardiac care
• Demonstrated record of excellence in clinical care, education, research, and administration.
• Experience working with leadership of hospitals, faculty practice organizations, research institutes, or other mission-critical institutions.

Interested candidates should submit a current curriculum vita and complete contact information to the address below. Personal statements summarizing teaching experience, clinical and research interests, leadership experience and contributions to diversity are encouraged.

Daniel Edmundowicz, Professor and Chief, Section of Cardiology, C/O Michael R. Lester, Senior Director, Physician/Faculty Recruitment and Retention, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, 3420 N. Broad Street, MRB 101, Philadelphia, PA, 19140, Email: michael.lester@tuhs.temple.edu Phone: 215-707-5666 Fax: 215-707-9452.

The University is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their research, teaching, and/or service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.