Director, Advanced Heart Failure Program

The Department of Medicine, Cardiology Division, is seeking a nationally recognized leader in advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology to serve as Director of the Advanced Heart Failure Program. This is a unique opportunity to lead and grow one of the most comprehensive advanced heart failure programs in the nation and make a meaningful impact on clinical care, research, and education. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and highly accomplished academic team at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry.

Practice Info

• The program performs approximately 20 heart transplants per year, including heart-kidney transplants, with ongoing innovation including DCD NRP protocols and heart preservation systems.
• The LVAD Program is among the largest in the U.S., with 65-85 implants per year and over 1,000 durable implants to date, supporting nearly 280 patients.
• The surgical team includes three full-time cardiothoracic surgeons who perform heart transplant and LVAD surgeries.
• Clinical infrastructure includes 9.2 AHFT cardiologists, 12 outpatient APPs, dedicated transplant RNs, and robust QI, regulatory, and data management teams.
• The Division of Cardiology includes over 76 faculty members with expertise in general cardiology, electrophysiology, interventional cardiology, imaging, heart failure, and cardio-oncology.
• The division supports four fellowship programs and is home to a new, dedicated 22-bed Cardiac ICU and a 23-bed Advanced Heart Failure Unit.

Responsibilities

• Lead a comprehensive advanced heart failure and transplant program in partnership with surgical, critical care, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Direct clinical operations across inpatient and outpatient settings, including heart transplantation and mechanical circulatory support (e.g., VADs).
• Oversee and enhance quality improvement initiatives, clinical protocols, and regulatory compliance.
• Expand and mentor a team of dedicated cardiologists and advanced practice providers.
• Grow the ACGME-accredited Advanced Heart Failure Fellowship program.
• Advance clinical, translational, or outcomes-based research.
• Support collaboration across specialties including congenital heart disease and pulmonary hypertension.
• Contribute to education and mentorship of trainees and medical students.

Compensation

• The referenced pay range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base range of compensation for this faculty position.
• Individual salaries will be determined within the job's salary range and established based on (but not limited to) market data, experience and expertise of the individual, and with consideration to related position salaries.
• Alignment of clinical incentive-based compensation may also be applicable and will be discussed during the hiring process.
• Compensation: $354,375 - $516,235 a year
• No startup package - ($10,000 moving exp).

Qualifications

• M.D. Degree or equivalent
• Must obtain a New York State Medical License prior to start date
• Eligible for a Faculty Appointment at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry
• Must meet all credentialing requirements
• Eligible for Board Certification in Cardiovascular Disease and Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
• Post offer Drug Screen and Health Assessment required
• Compliance with University and New York State health requirements
• Open to visa sponsorship