The Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University (LKSOM) is seeking qualified candidates to join its growing Cardiac Electrophysiology program within the Department of Medicine, Section of Cardiology.

Temple Heart & Vascular Institute (THVI)

For more information on THVI click HERE

Why Temple?

Environment & Opportunities:

• Supportive practice with focus on patient care, research, teaching, career development, and collegiality
• Collaboration with cardiovascular surgery for advanced procedures (e.g., MAZE for complex arrhythmias)
• Assistant Professor development and programming
• Faculty support and early engagement through the newly developed Assistant Deans of Faculty Development and Vice Chairs of Academic Affairs

Temple EP Program:

• Decades of experience diagnosing & treating heart rhythm disorders
• One of Pennsylvania’s largest EP facilities
• Procedures include cardiac electrical mapping, 3D diagnostics, intracardiac echocardiography, tilt table testing, wireless monitoring
• Therapies range from counseling & medications to interventional procedures
• Participation in multi-center clinical trials & adoption of new technologies

Candidate Qualifications

• MD, DO or foreign equivalent
• ABIM certified in IM, cardiology and fellowship trained in cardiac electrophysiology
• Academic credentials that will qualify for a faculty appointment at the minimum level of Assistant Professor
• Be in possession of or be eligible to receive an unrestricted Pennsylvania State Medical License

Features and Benefits

• Compensation consistent with leading academic institutions and CME Funds
• Vacation, Holiday, Sick and CME Time
• Generous 403b retirement match
• 457b
• Health, dental, and vision
• Malpractice
• Tuition remission
• Savi- student loan repayment program

We are committed to fostering a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff. We believe that diversity (of experiences, thought, etc.) enriches our learning environment and strengthens our academic community. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives will enhance our commitment to these values.

About Temple Health: Temple Health is a major Philadelphia-based academic health system that is driving medical advances through clinical innovation, pioneering research and world-class education. The health system’s 1,550+ physicians and scientists share a common mission of bringing tomorrow’s treatments to the bedside today, helping them achieve outcomes once thought impossible.

Temple Health is an educational partner with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, providing medical education to the next generation of physicians and biomedical scientists.

About Philadelphia: Located in the heart of Philadelphia, TUHS provides access to a diverse and culturally rich city with thriving neighborhoods, arts, and cuisine.

"Philadelphia is a city of firsts: first hospital, first library, first medical school. It’s a place where big ideas come to life." – Alexander Hamilton

Procedure for Candidacy

To be considered for this position, you must complete an online application.

Application materials should include: a curriculum vitae; a personal statement stating your qualifications, professional goals, three professional references, names/contact information, and a statement describing working effectively in an urban environment is strongly encouraged.

Please address your application to Martin G. Keane, MD, Professor of Medicine and Chief, Section of Cardiology, C/O Michael R. Lester, Assistant Dean, Physician/Faculty Recruitment & Retention, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Email: michael.lester@tuhs.temple.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.