Division Chief - Cardiology

Physician - Division Chief - Internal Medicine - Cardiology - Chicago

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Internal Medicine, Division of Cardiology

Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized academic medical center and teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, invites applications for the position of Division Chief of Cardiology in the Department of Internal Medicine. This is an exceptional leadership opportunity at a world‑class institution located in downtown Chicago.

We seek a visionary and collaborative leader to build upon a strong foundation and drive the next phase of clinical, academic, and research excellence. The Division Chief will provide academic and faculty leadership for the Division of Cardiology to foster excellence in education, research, and professional development.

• Provide strategic, innovative, and operational leadership for the Division of Cardiology within the Department of Internal Medicine and the Heart and Vascular Service Line (in partnership with the Heart and Vascular Service Line Co‑Director).
• Oversee and ensure excellence in clinical performance, quality, and patient outcomes (in partnership with the Heart and Vascular Service Line Co‑Director).
• Foster a culture of academic excellence, research achievement, and community engagement.
• Mentor and support the professional development of faculty, trainees, and medical students.
• Partner with institutional leaders to advance academic and research missions across the system.

• Board certified in Cardiology, with an MD, DO, MD/PhD, DO/PhD, or equivalent.
• Academic credentials meriting appointment as Professor.
• Proven record of collaborative leadership and commitment to excellence in clinical care, research, and education.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop faculty, with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and mentorship within an academic health system.

Rush offers comprehensive, multidisciplinary care for virtually every type of adult heart condition. Services include general and preventive cardiology, women’s heart care, advanced cardiovascular and thoracic surgery, interventional and noninvasive cardiology, electrophysiology, and heart failure management. Specialized programs include cardio‑oncology, cardiometabolic and cardio‑rheumatology clinics, adult congenital heart disease, and nutrition‑based cardiac care. Patients also benefit from access to leading‑edge diagnostics and participation in clinical research evaluating new treatments, devices, and procedures.

Rush is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation, known for its leadership in patient care, medical education, research, and health equity. With a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, Rush offers outstanding resources and institutional support for leaders committed to driving excellence in academic medicine.

Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs. Opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets are also available, and a comprehensive benefits package is provided.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.