Medical Director of Heart Failure

Position Overview:

The Medical Director will be dedicated to the development and leadership of the Heart Failure Program, in addition to clinical responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be an experienced cardiologist with a passion for improving heart failure outcomes through collaboration, education, and innovation.

• Develop, implement, and oversee heart failure protocols and practice guidelines for both inpatient and outpatient care.
• Align program goals with the broader objectives of RWJBarnabas Health and Community Medical Center.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team, fostering collaboration among cardiology, nursing, case management, and administration.
• Assess and advocate for necessary program resources, including staffing, equipment, and budget.
• Promote program visibility through participation in regional and national heart failure initiatives and conferences.
• Monitor and drive continuous quality improvement and performance metrics.

• Provide cardiology consultation and care in Ocean County-based ambulatory settings.
• Coordinate with referring physicians and ensure appropriate referral pathways for advanced heart failure care.
• Participate in the cardiology call schedule at Community Medical Center.
• Deliver care in accordance with the highest professional and ethical standards.
• Maintain CME requirements in compliance with medical group expectations.

RWJBarnabas Health is the largest integrated health care delivery system in New Jersey, with more than three million patients treated each year. The system includes 12 acute care hospitals, 3 children’s hospitals, a growing network of outpatient facilities and physician practices, and a commitment to high-quality patient care and health education.

Salary range is anticipated to be $470,000 to $700,000 per year. Compensation will depend on factors including educational background, skills, and professional experience.

Contact Recruiter:
To learn more about this position or to apply directly, please contact Henry Fishbein by email hbein.

RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. With 12 acute care hospitals, 3 children’s hospitals, a growing number of outpatient facilities and physician practices, our healthcare system is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region.