Medical Director, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory & Director, Coronary and Structural Heart Interventions

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an experienced interventional cardiologist to serve as the Medical Director of the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory and Director of Coronary and Structural Heart Interventions at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center (NBIMC). This is a high-impact leadership opportunity to oversee one of the most advanced interventional cardiology and structural heart programs in the region, driving quality, innovation, and programmatic growth in a high-volume, quaternary referral center.

The ideal candidate will be a board-certified interventional cardiologist with extensive experience in complex coronary interventions and structural heart disease, demonstrated leadership in cardiac catheterization lab operations, and a commitment to teaching, research, and quality improvement.

The anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work is $600,000 to $900,000 per year.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills, and professional experience

To learn more about this position or to apply directly, please contact Nancy Harbison, by email at Nancy.Harbison@rwjbh.org.

Key Responsibilities

Medical Director, Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory

• Provide clinical and administrative leadership for the Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory, ensuring excellence in patient care, quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Oversee diagnostic and interventional procedures, including complex percutaneous coronary interventions (PCI), chronic total occlusions (CTO), mechanical circulatory support (MCS), and high-risk PCI.
• Lead quality assurance programs, including adherence to ACC/NCDR and CMS guidelines, peer review, and protocol development to enhance outcomes.
• Optimize lab workflow, resource allocation, and strategic growth, ensuring cutting-edge technology adoption and procedural innovation.
• Collaborate with cardiac surgery, electrophysiology, cardiac imaging, and heart failure teams to enhance multidisciplinary care and patient selection.
• Foster a culture of excellence in education and mentorship, supervising cardiology fellows, residents, and allied health professionals.

Director, Coronary and Structural Heart Intervention

• Lead and expand the structural heart program, overseeing advanced procedures such as TAVR, MitraClip, PFO/ASD closure, LAAC (e.g., Watchman), and other transcatheter therapies.
• Ensure state-of-the-art procedural techniques and evidence-based care for complex coronary and structural heart interventions.
• Drive clinical research and innovation, collaborating on trials and registry participation to advance the field.
• Serve as a key liaison between interventional cardiology, cardiac surgery, and referring physicians, promoting programmatic integration and patient access.
• Guide faculty development, recruitment, and training initiatives, fostering the next generation of interventional cardiologists.

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited institution.
• Board-certified in Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in interventional cardiology, including complex PCI and structural heart interventions.
• Proven leadership experience in a cardiac catheterization lab or interventional cardiology program.
• Strong background in quality improvement, clinical research, and program development.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, mentorship, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Eligible for New Jersey medical licensure.

Additional Skills and Competencies:

• Visionary leadership with a commitment to advancing cardiovascular care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects and foster a culture of innovation.
• Experience with data-driven decision-making and NCDR metrics.

Why Join Us?

• Leadership role at one of New Jersey's leading cardiovascular centers, home to cutting-edge interventional and structural heart programs.
• High procedural volume, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and advanced imaging.
• Opportunity for faculty appointment at Rutgers and engagement in clinical research and education.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including leadership stipends and protected academic time.
• Work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment within the Heart & Vascular Service Line and RWJBarnabas Health, the largest and most comprehensive health system in New Jersey.

About Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a nationally recognized cardiovascular center of excellence, offering advanced heart failure therapies, heart transplantation, interventional cardiology, and structural heart procedures. As part of RWJBarnabas Health, NBIMC is committed to clinical innovation, quality improvement, and training the next generation of cardiovascular specialists.

First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need.

Newark Beth Israel is home to one of the nation's 10 largest heart transplant centers, RWJBarnabas Health's Heart Failure Treatment and Transplant Program; New Jersey's only Advanced Lung Disease and Transplant Program; and a Valve Center that performs more cardiac valve procedures, including minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve replacements (TAVRs), than any other center in the state. Our medical center is home to the most comprehensive robotic surgery center in the state, and we were the first hospital in NJ to establish an accredited sleep disorders center. The Frederick B. Cohen, MD, Cancer and Blood Disorders Center and the Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey Breast Health Center provide seamless integration of cancer prevention, specialized care, and treatment options.

Newark Beth Israel is renowned for its many preventive health programs that promote wellness in the community. As part of RWJBarnabas Health, the largest healthcare delivery system in the state, we have access to advanced technology and a variety of medical specialists.

RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey's largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. With 12 acute care hospitals, 3 children's hospitals, a growing number of our outpatient facilities and physician practices, our healthcare system is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region.

Our dedication to serving the people of New Jersey extends far beyond the care we provide within our hospital walls. We support programs that promote health and wellness in our communities and provide access to services that would otherwise be unavailable. We are committed to the ongoing improvement of the health, quality of life, and vitality of our communities. We strive to bring the best healthcare to meet the evolving needs of residents in New Jersey -- whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Our partnership with Rutgers University creates the state's largest academic healthcare system dedicated to providing high-quality patient care, leading-edge research, and world-class health and medical education, further advancing our mission of providing high-quality healthcare in New Jersey.

The new collaboration also aligns RWJBarnabas Health with Rutgers' education, research, and clinical activities, including those at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.