Division Chief of Cardiac Critical Care Medicine

Division Overview

The primary mission of the Division of Cardiac Critical Care at CHOP is to lead the multi-professional team that provides specialized care to patients with congenital and acquired heart conditions in the 32 bed CICU, with surge capabilities to 40 beds. The Division currently includes 23 attending physicians and two cardiac critical care advanced fellows. The Division Chief oversees the clinical activities of the Division and coordinates with leaders across the enterprise to optimize clinical operations. The Division is in a phase of expansion, preparing for the opening of a new inpatient tower in 2028. The Division Chief plays a pivotal role in advancing the Division’s academic and research missions. The Division’s research program integrates clinical, translational, and basic science investigations. Faculty actively participate in multicenter research initiatives, including the Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care Consortium, Pediatric Heart Network, and ICU-RESUS studies.

Leadership Responsibilities

The Division Chief will report directly to the Chair of the Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care Medicine and will work closely with the Physician Practice Director, other Division Chiefs, Associate Chairs, and the Vice Chair. The Division Chief will:

• Oversee the Division’s clinical, research, and educational activities
• Model, grow, and sustain a Divisional culture aligned with Departmental values
• Lead faculty recruitment efforts
• Support career development and mentoring for all Division faculty and fellows
• Participate in strategic planning and execution for the Division, the Department, and the Cardiac Center
• Conduct annual performance reviews for Division Faculty

Education Qualifications

A Doctorate Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine is required.

Experience Qualifications

Experience in healthcare systems administration, hospital operations & practice management in a large, academic medical center and/or similarly complex environment is required.

Skills And Abilities

Training in safety and quality improvement is required. Working knowledge of applicable guidelines, policies and regulations is preferred.

Salary Range

SALARY RANGE: $100,000.00 - $1,050,000.00 Annually