"Chief, Division of Cardiology and Director of ECHI (Clinical Associate Professor, Clinical Professor)"

Position Overview

Position Number: 961610
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range: Commensurate with Qualifications
Position Type: Faculty (Teaching)
Job Category: Faculty (Physician)

Organizational Unit Overview

The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University (ECU) is composed of 18 departments which function to: 1) To increase the supply of primary care physicians to serve the state; 2) To improve the health and well-being of the region; and 3) To train physicians who will meet the health care needs of the state. The Department of Cardiovascular Sciences (CVS) is the university's newest department and is a primary contributor to the school’s mission of medical education, patient care, research, and community service.

The Department consists of the Department Chairman, two Medical Directors of Clinical Services, four leadership core units, and seven clinical and educational divisions. Clinical sections include: Structural Heart Disease, Electrophysiology & Arrhythmias, Heart Failure, Primary and Secondary Prevention, and Vascular Diseases.

The majority of activities take place within the East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine and ECU Health Medical Center, centered around the East Carolina Heart Institute (ECHI). ECU Health serves more than 1.4 million people in 29 eastern North Carolina counties.

Job Duties

The Department of Cardiovascular Sciences seeks a Fixed Term faculty member at the title of Clinical Associate Professor or Clinical Professor to provide General Cardiology services, teaching, and clinical research at the East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine, East Carolina Heart Institute, and ECU Health Medical Center. Significant role supporting the Heart and Vascular Center service line. Oversee all clinical cardiology operations with Division chiefs and medical directors.

The Chief of Cardiology leads the Division, plays an integral role in alignment, growth, and direction of Cardiology Services within ECU Health. Directs 33 Physician FTEs (growing), sees 40,000 patients/year in clinics, manages IP/Teaching Service, performs >2,000 procedures/year. Also serves as Director of ECHI at ECUHMC. Eligible for John 'Jack' Rose Distinguished Professorship.

Fixed Term (12-month) position, up to 1.0 FTE. Eligibility for UNC Optional Retirement Program (ORP), various insurance options.

Minimum Education/Experience

MD or DO from accredited institution or equivalent. Completion of Fellowship in Cardiology. Minimum 5 years experience for Clinical Associate Professor; 8 years for Clinical Professor. Eligibility for medical licensure in North Carolina. Board Certified/eligible in Cardiovascular Disease by ABIM.

License or Certification Required

Medical licensure in North Carolina and board certification/eligibility in Cardiovascular Disease.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Submit candidate profile online, Curriculum Vitae, Letter of Interest, List of Three References. Official transcripts, letters of reference, background check required at employment. Must be authorized to work in US full-time.