Electrophysiology Cardiologist — Worcester, MA

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Hiring Range: $435,000 - $556,000

Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Location: Worcester, MA
Facility: UMass Memorial Health – UMass Memorial Medical Center
Department: Department of Medicine
Specialty: Cardiovascular Medicine - Electrophysiology
Schedule: Full-time

The Division of Cardiovascular Medicine at UMass Chan Medical School and UMass Memorial Medical Center is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Cardiac Electrophysiologist to join our growing academic and clinical team. This is a full-time faculty position offering the opportunity to contribute to a highly collaborative environment that integrates patient care, education, and research.

Key Highlights:

• Established and growing department with 5 electrophysiology faculty members, 2 EP fellows and 3 Advanced Practice Providers

• This position includes a balanced mix of procedural and clinical responsibilities within the Electrophysiology (EP) section

• 80% Clinical (EP-focused): EP lab procedures, Device implantation and interrogation, Inpatient electrophysiology consultations

• 20% Outpatient Care: Community-based ambulatory practice

• ​ Modern technology platforms (Epic EMR) for seamless communication and workflow efficiency. 

• Teaching, precepting, or mentoring opportunities available with students, residents, or fellows

• Strong administrative, clinical, and operational support to ensure efficiency and work-life balance. 

• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care and continuous improvement. 

Advanced EP Programs:

• High-volume atrial fibrillation ablation program (~850 cases annually)

• Established left atrial appendage closure program, including Watchman procedures (~220 cases annually)

• Dedicated ventricular tachycardia (VT) ablation program

• Left Bundle Branch Pacing (LBBP) program

Ambulatory Cardiology Clinic in Worcester:

• Evaluates approximately 425–475 new patients per month

• Manages a total patient volume of ~2,700–3,300 visits per month

Qualifications

• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

• MD or DO with eligibility for Massachusetts medical licensure

• Interest in academic medicine, including teaching and research

• Subspecialty interest in ventricular tachycardia (VT) ablation or advanced EP procedures preferred, but not required

What We Offer

• Academic appointment at UMass Chan Medical School (rank based on experience)

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

• Employer-funded retirement contributions of 8% of base salary with additional retirement plan options 

• Tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness support, and PSLF‑eligible employment 

• Concierge services for relocation to include special mortgage promotions

• Professional liability insurance coverage of $5 million per claim and $10 million aggregate

• Organization-wide commitment to formal Clinician Wellness Program 

Apply Now:

If you’re ready to advance your career as a Cardiac Electrophysiologist at an innovative, patient-centered institution, we invite you to apply.

Interested candidates are asked to submit their cover letter and curriculum vitae to:

Kai Chen, MD, PhD

Clinical Chief of Cardiology

Chair of Executive Council

Program Director of Cardiology Fellowship Program

Associate Professor of Medicine

UMass Chan Medical School

c/o Jessica Merlo, Provider Recruiter

Jessica.Merlo@umassmemorial.org

To learn more about the Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, please visit: https://www.umassmed.edu/cardio/

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