Physician: Advanced Heart Failure/Mechanical Circulatory Support /Transplant Opportunity - Northwestern Medicine

Company Description

Northwestern Medicine is a growing, nationally recognized health system that provides world-class care at 11 hospitals and more than 200 locations in communities across Chicago, the suburbs and Northern Illinois. Together with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, we are pushing boundaries in our research labs, training the next generation of physicians and scientists, and pursuing excellence in patient care.  Our vision and values are deeply rooted in the idea that patients come first in all we do. We value building relationships with our patients and their families, listening to their unique needs while providing individualized primary, specialty and hospital-based care. Our recent affiliations and ongoing growth make it possible for us to serve more patients, closer to where they live and work.

Job Description

Northwestern Medical Group (NMG) and Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute (BCVI) are seeking a full-time, ACGME-approved fellowship-trained, board-eligible or board-certified advanced heart failure and transplant cardiologist to join the growing BCVI program in our Health Network hospitals. Northwestern Medicine and BCVI is consistently ranked among the top 10 cardiovascular programs in the country. The physician will provide advanced heart failure care including mechanical circulatory support and transplant within a comprehensive cardiovascular program that includes cardiothoracic surgery, advanced cardiac imaging and interventional cardiology in a state-of-the-art hospital environment.

• This position will include an appointment as a Health System Clinician, as an employed physician with the Northwestern Medical Group.
• Join a physician-led medical group that promotes physician leadership, well-being and work-life balance.
• Use the Epic electronic health record system.
• Practice within BCVI, a fully integrated cardiovascular institute, and provide diagnosis, management and treatment across the spectrum of advanced heart failure, including cardiogenic shock, mechanical circulatory support and transplant.
• Salary range: $430,000 - $550,000 annually, plus a productivity bonus.

Qualified candidates must be board eligible or board certified in cardiovascular disease and advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology, as applicable; have completed an ACGME-approved advanced heart failure fellowship; be eligible for Illinois medical licensure and hospital medical staff privileges; and demonstrate a commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care and multidisciplinary collaboration. Placement within the salary range is based on relevant experience and internal equity.

Qualifications

• BE/BC 
• ACGME-approved fellowship trained

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check.  Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. 

Benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer an excellent benefits package. This includes a continuing medical education allowance, paid time off, well-being fund, 401k, paid parental leave, malpractice insurance and much more. Moreover, we will provide financial stability and administrative support so you can focus on your passion – practicing medicine. *Benefits Eligibility is based on classification please note that Casual / Per Diem/Moonlighter classifications are not benefits eligible.

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