Cardiac Electrophysiologist - Associate Professor

Department Overview:

Specifically, research at KCVI seeks to improve patient outcomes by achieving earlier diagnosis of disease, more accurate monitoring of its progression, and tailoring therapy to the molecular basis of disease.

Function/Duties of Position:

The Associate Professor position will report to the Section Head of Electrophysiology, Charles Henrikson, MD and the Clinical Chief & Division Head of Cardiology, Joaquin E. Cigarroa, MD.

Clinical:

• Procedures in the EP lab, inpatient consults, managing the inpatient EP service in conjunction with APPs and fellows, EP clinic, supervising device clinic, and reading ECGs and ambulatory monitors, as well as developing and growing specific areas of clinical interest.
• Additionally, there will be outreach opportunities, as assigned by the chiefs of EP and cardiology. This position will also share in the EP call coverage, as well as the teaching of EP and cardiology fellows, residents, and medical students.

Research:

• Develop investigative interests
• Administrative support is available for grant submission, financial management and clinical trials support. Please share your research interests during the interview process.

Education:

• OHSU is a teaching institution and as a faculty member, you are expected to provide mentorship and direction to students, residents, fellows and staff. The Graduate Program Director will provide any official assignments. The chief educational focus in the EP section is the EP fellows. In our two year program, the total of 3 fellows rotate between the university and the VA, and finish as complete electrophysiologists.

Administration:

• Administrative duties may be assigned to you in support of Institute or section initiatives, faculty development and/or other activities as determined necessary.

Required Qualifications:

• May consider Associate professor rank depending on education and experience.
• Active Oregon Medical License at time of hire.
• Board Certification in Cardiology; Board Certified/Eligible in Electrophysiology
• 5+ years post-fellowship experience in Electrophysiology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior expereince working in an academic health facility preferred.

Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.