Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiologist

RWJBarnabas Health; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and prescription drug

Vacation and leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a qualified Attending Physician to deliver comprehensive clinical care for patients with advanced heart failure and complex cardiovascular conditions, including transplantation and mechanical circulatory support.

You will evaluate, diagnose, and implement individualized treatment plans, participate in transplant selection and multidisciplinary discussions, and provide inpatient and outpatient coverage with teaching and research involvement.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure, heart transplantation, and complex cardiovascular conditions.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop individualized treatment plans to ensure optimal clinical outcomes and continuity of care.
• Manage patients undergoing evaluation for heart transplantation and ventricular assist device therapy.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in transplant selection committee meetings and clinical reviews.
• Support night, weekend, and on-call clinical coverage as assigned.
• Perform procedures within credentialed and privileged scope.
• Engage in medical education and mentorship of students, residents, and fellows.
• Contribute to clinical research, quality improvement, and protocol development.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and regulatory requirements.

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certified/board eligible in Internal Medicine

NJ medical licensure eligibility

Job description

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options

• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)

• Life insurance coverage

• Employee discount programs

The Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS) is seeking a qualified Attending Physician to provide comprehensive clinical care to patients with advanced heart failure and complex cardiovascular conditions, including those requiring heart transplantation and mechanical circulatory support.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure, heart transplantation, and complex cardiovascular conditions.

• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop individualized treatment plans to ensure optimal clinical outcomes and continuity of care.

• Manage patients undergoing evaluation for heart transplantation and ventricular assist device (VAD) therapy.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including cardiologists, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, to coordinate patient care.

• Participate in transplant selection committee meetings, clinical case reviews, and multidisciplinary patient care discussions.

• Provide inpatient and outpatient clinical coverage, including participation in night, weekend, and on-call rotations as assigned.

• Perform clinical procedures within the scope of approved credentials and hospital privileges.

• Participate in medical education, including teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and cardiology fellows.

• Contribute to clinical research, scholarly activities, and quality improvement initiatives related to advanced heart failure and transplantation.

• Support the development and implementation of clinical protocols, evidence-based practices, and patient safety initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and applicable CMS, The Joint Commission, and UNOS regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with referring physicians and healthcare providers to strengthen regional outreach, patient referrals, and continuity of care.

• Participate in divisional meetings, departmental committees, and strategic initiatives supporting clinical operations and program development.

• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation, support appropriate billing practices, and adhere to established quality and performance standards.

• Perform additional clinical, academic, and administrative responsibilities as assigned by the Division Chief and Department Chair.

Posting Open Date 10/20/2026

Posting Close Date 03/31/2027

Required

• MD or DO degree.
• Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of New Jersey.
• Demonstrated interest in cardiovascular disease and heart failure management.
• Training or experience in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology.

Preferred

• Experience managing patients with mechanical circulatory support and cardiac transplantation.
• Interest in quality improvement and healthcare delivery initiatives.

Contact Information

Nancy Harbison Show Contact [e-mail]