Description



The University of Chicago's Department of Medicine, Section of Cardiology, is seeking a full-time faculty member at any rank to join an established group of nationally-known physicians and surgeons in the Cardiac Arrhythmia Center (Electrophysiology) within the Heart and Vascular Center. Cardiac electrophysiology at the University of Chicago has a long tradition of clinical and academic excellence. A full range of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures are provided as well as two new state-of-the-art, dedicated clinical electrophysiology laboratories. The program is currently accredited to train up to 4 ACGME-accredited clinical cardiac electrophysiology fellows each year.


The appointee will have clinical responsibilities including predominantly at our main campus and, if needed, at affiliated sites. Clinical responsibilities include performing cardiac electrophysiology procedures and doing outpatient cardiology clinic, inpatient service, and consultation. Other duties will include training and supervision of trainees and students and scholarly activity. We especially welcome applicants who specialize in therapeutic approaches for atrial and ventricular arrhythmias, device implantations, and lead management, and have experience with outreach patient referral activities. Academic rank and compensation (including a generous package of fringe benefits) are dependent upon qualifications.


Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must: 1) have a medical doctorate or equivalent, 2) hold or be eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois, and 3) be ABIM Certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology.


To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago's Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: http:/apply.interfolio.com/113341. Applicants must upload: CV including bibliography and cover letter. Review of applications ends when the position is filled.


For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit http://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp.