Description

The full-time annual base salary range for this position is $655,000-$813,723; commensurate with experience and rank. Base pay does not include incentive pay, hiring bonuses, or additional benefits such as retirement contributions. 

The Knight Cardiovascular Institute (KCVI) at Oregon Health & Science University is seeking applications for a cardiac electrophysiologist to join the growing team in the Knight Cardiovascular Institute (KCVI), located in the heart of Portland, Oregon.   We are seeking candidates who are board certified or board eligible in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology with previous experience working in an academic medical center teaching medical students, residents and/or fellows. 

Position Highlights: 

• Clinical Care: The EP faculty are the go-to EP providers for the state of Oregon, and provide the full range of EP procedures, consults, and supervising EP and general cardiology fellows, as well as managing device clinic and reading ECGs and ambulatory monitors. We are especially interested in candidates with a strong interest in invasive management of ventricular arrhythmias.  This is a pure EP position with no general cardiology duties.
• Academic Environment: Contribute to OHSU’s mission through teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows. Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to advance the field of cardiology through education and innovation.  With appropriate interest and experience, the position of Electrophysiology Fellowship Program Director would be available to the successful candidate.
• Research: All EP faculty have active research programs and are supported by robust clinical trials staff, for both investigator initiated studies as well as industry sponsored multicenter clinical trials.

Why join us?

• Become part of a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative academic community recognized for its national impact in a 100% EP position.
• Enjoy a dynamic academic environment with meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Live in the Pacific Northwest, offering unmatched access to cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities in one of the most desirable regions in the country.
• Receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous PTO plan; medical, dental, and vision coverage; multiple retirement plan options, research support and protected academic time

About Knight Cardiovascular Institute 

The Knight Cardiovascular Institute is recognized as a top integrated center for cardiovascular clinical care, translational research and professional training in all aspects of heart and vascular disease. Guided by a multi-disciplinary approach, researchers and clinicians drive a vibrant translational research program, which focuses on delivering the latest knowledge and cutting-edge care to patients. 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.

About OHSU

OHSU's singular focus on improving health starts with Oregonians and has global impact. We are the only academic health center in Oregon, but we're also nationally distinct as a university dedicated solely to advancing health sciences. This allows us to concentrate resources on research to prevent and cure disease, on education that prepares physicians, dentists, nurses and other health professionals to succeed in an evolving health care environment, and on patient care that incorporates the latest knowledge and discoveries. We have over 20,000 employees and secure competitive research funding of more than $400 million a year. As a public organization, we provide community outreach and services for Oregon's most vulnerable populations. OHSU’s stated mission to improve the health and quality of life for all Oregonians through excellence, innovation and leadership in health care, education and research.

About Portland and Oregon

Bisected by the Willamette River, Portland is a vibrant city nestled among green woods and waterways. Only 90 minutes from the spectacular Oregon coast or towering Mount Hood, Portland offers the rare accessibility of snow-to-surf. Portland embraces cyclists, hikers, brewpubs, dogs, climbers, artisan coffee shops, book readers, foodies, professional soccer and basketball fans, award-winning wineries, concertgoers and paddle boarders. It’s no wonder Portland constantly ranks as one of America’s favorite lifestyle cities.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• MD/DO required
• Unrestricted Oregon medical license and/or ability to obtain
• Board eligible or Board Certified in Electrophysiology

Preferred Qualifications

• Individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences are highly encouraged to apply
• Special interest in invasive management of ventricular arrhythmias