Medical Director, Electrophysiology Program

Summa Health; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Summa Health seeks an experienced Cardiac Electrophysiologist to serve as Medical Director of our Electrophysiology Program in Akron, Ohio, maintaining an active procedural practice while providing clinical and operational leadership.

The Medical Director oversees the EKG and Extended Monitoring Department, the Device Clinic, the Cryptogenic Stroke Program, and the Atrial Fibrillation Program, focusing on quality, safety, and standardization of care, with involvement in EP education for the

Qualifications

• Must hold or be eligible for Cardiology and Electrophysiology board certification.
• Fellowship training in Cardiac Electrophysiology required.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills for a multi-disciplinary program.

Responsibilities

• Lead EP program with active procedural practice.
• Provide clinical and operational leadership for EP lab and related services.
• Oversee EKG & Extended Monitoring, Device Clinic, Cryptogenic Stroke, and AF programs; contribute to EP education.

Skills

Cardiology expertise

Electrophysiology leadership

Clinical operations

Education

Cardiac Electrophysiology fellowship training

Board Certification in Cardiology

Board Certification in Electrophysiology

Job description

Medical Director, Electrophysiology Program

Summa Health - Akron, Ohio

Summa Health seeks an experienced Cardiac Electrophysiologist to serve as Medical Director of our Electrophysiology Program. The successful candidate will maintain an active procedural practice while providing clinical and operational leadership for the EP laboratory and clinical program. This role carries medical oversight responsibility for the EKG and Extended Monitoring Department, the Device Clinic, the Cryptogenic Stroke Program, and the Atrial Fibrillation Program, with an emphasis on quality, safety, and standardization of care across each service line. In addition, the Medical Director will be seminally involved in the EP educational curriculum for our General Cardiology Fellowship Program. The Medical Director will work collaboratively with cardiovascular leadership and administrative partners to ensure program integrity and continued growth in alignment with Summa Health's mission. Candidates should demonstrate a record of clinical excellence, sound professional judgment, and a commitment to education and advancing high-quality cardiac care within an integrated health system.

Our practice includes high volume complex ablations, CRM device implants, laser lead extractions, LAA occlusion devices, EP consult service with general cardiology fellows and a busy office practice. Summa Health Heart and Vascular Institute maintains a highly collaborative approach and is the largest multidisciplinary cardiovascular medicine team in the tri-county region – one that includes nearly 50 cardiologists, electrophysiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons and vascular specialists.

Why Join Summa’s Heart & Vascular Institute?

• The Summa Health Heart and Vascular Institute has been consistently recognized by some of the most distinguished organizations in the country for meeting or exceeding national standards of excellence.
• Whether your interests include complex ablation, device therapy, quality improvement, or research, this position offers the clinical volume and institutional support to build a rewarding career.

Opportunity Highlights

• Inpatient EP consult service approximately 1 week every 5 weeks
• Shared weekend and holiday call with strong physician support
• Cardiology fellows assist with consults and inpatient coverage
• Employed position with comprehensive benefit package, competitive compensation with salary guarantee
• Opportunity for faculty appointment at Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED)
• Epic System’s EMR

Candidate Qualifications

• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Cardiology and Electrophysiology
• Completion of Cardiac Electrophysiology fellowship training
• Unrestricted Ohio Licensure or willingness to obtain
• Experience with lead extractions is preferred
• Commitment to quality care in a patient centered, team-based environment

EOE/AA Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.