Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiologist

About the role

The Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology, at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS) is seeking a qualified Attending Physician to provide comprehensive clinical care to patients with advanced heart failure and complex cardiovascular conditions, including those requiring heart transplantation and mechanical circulatory support. This is a full-time position based at the Downtown New Brunswick campus (Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences). Posting number 26FA0934; open from 10/20/2026 through 03/31/2027.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care for patients with advanced heart failure, heart transplantation, and complex cardiovascular conditions.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and develop individualized treatment plans to ensure optimal clinical outcomes and continuity of care.
• Manage patients undergoing evaluation for heart transplantation and ventricular assist device (VAD) therapy.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including cardiologists, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in transplant selection committee meetings, clinical case reviews, and multidisciplinary patient care discussions.
• Provide inpatient and outpatient clinical coverage, including participation in night, weekend, and on-call rotations as assigned.
• Perform clinical procedures within the scope of approved credentials and hospital privileges.
• Participate in medical education, including teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and cardiology fellows.
• Contribute to clinical research, scholarly activities, and quality improvement initiatives related to advanced heart failure and transplantation.
• Support the development and implementation of clinical protocols, evidence-based practices, and patient safety initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and applicable CMS, The Joint Commission, and UNOS regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with referring physicians and healthcare providers to strengthen regional outreach, patient referrals, and continuity of care.
• Participate in divisional meetings, departmental committees, and strategic initiatives supporting clinical operations and program development.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation, support appropriate billing practices, and adhere to established quality and performance standards.
• Perform additional clinical, academic, and administrative responsibilities as assigned by the Division Chief and Department Chair.

Qualifications

Required

• MD or DO degree.
• Board certified or board eligible in Internal Medicine.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of New Jersey.
• Demonstrated interest in cardiovascular disease and heart failure management.
• Training or experience in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology.

Preferred

• Experience managing patients with mechanical circulatory support and cardiac transplantation.
• Interest in quality improvement and healthcare delivery initiatives.

Benefits

Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Pay

Minimum salary of $416,958. The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, availability of department or grant funds, market benchmarks, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure.

Schedule

Full-time position with participation in night, weekend, and on-call rotations as assigned.