Electrophysiology Cardiologist

UMass Memorial Health; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 435,000 - 556,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-funded retirement contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Professional liability insurance coverage

Clinician Wellness Program

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health in Worcester, MA, is looking for a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Cardiac Electrophysiologist to join its Division of Cardiovascular Medicine. This full-time faculty position offers a collaborative environment emphasizing patient care, education, and research.

The role includes a balanced mix of clinical responsibilities, advanced electrophysiology programs, and opportunities to mentor students and fellows. Competitive compensation and benefits package are offered, along with academic appointment options.

Qualifications

• Board‑Certified or Board‑Eligible in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology.
• Interest in academic medicine, including teaching and research.
• Subspecialty interest in ventricular tachycardia ablation or advanced EP procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join an academic and clinical team focused on patient care, education, and research.
• Perform lab procedures, device implantation, and consultations.
• Evaluate and manage outpatient care in a community-based practice.

Skills

Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

Teaching

Research

Education

MD or DO

Eligibility for Massachusetts medical licensure

Job description

Job Overview

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading‑edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts and a place where you can build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community, and each other.

Compensation and Benefits

Hiring Range: $435,000 – $556,000 (final offer may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations).

Job Details

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 faculty position offers 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.
• Balanced mix of procedural and clinical responsibilities within the EP section.
• 80% Clinical (EP‑focused): 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 with students, residents, and 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 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 eligibility.
• Concierge services for relocation, including special mortgage promotions.
• Professional liability insurance coverage of $5 million per claim and $10 million aggregate.
• Organization‑wide commitment to a formal Clinician Wellness Program.

Apply Now

If you are ready to advance your career as a Cardiac Electrophysiologist at an innovative, patient‑centered institution, we invite you to apply. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae to the following contact:

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
[e-mail]

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

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

As an equal‑opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status, or other status protected by law.

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