System Medical Director – Advanced Heart Failure

Company: Main Line Health
Location: Elkins Park
Posted on: February 2, 2026

Job Description:

Main Line Health’s Lankenau Heart Group , located in the western suburbs of Philadelphia, offers an exceptional leadership opportunity for a System Medical Director of Advanced Heart Failure . Join our nationally ranked cardiovascular program and lead the development of advanced heart failure care across our health system. This role requires a seasoned cardiologist with extensive experience in managing complex heart failure cases, including ECMO and VAD , and demonstrated leadership skills to drive clinical excellence, research, and program growth. Summary of Responsibilities Clinical Leadership: Oversee advanced heart failure care delivery across Main Line Health hospitals and affiliated facilities Program Development: Build and expand advanced heart failure and transplant evaluation programs Research & Education: Collaborate with the Lankenau Institute for Medical Research (LIMR) to advance clinical trials and innovative therapies Quality Improvement: Ensure compliance and implement best practices for patient outcomes Community Engagement: Represent Main Line Health in outreach and education initiatives Qualifications MD or DO degree from an accredited institution Board-certified in Cardiology and Advanced Heart Failure & Transplant Cardiology Active Pennsylvania medical license or eligibility Significant experience managing advanced heart failure patients, including mechanical circulatory support and transplant evaluation Proven leadership in academic or clinical settings with program development experience Strong interpersonal and communication skills Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous professional development Benefits and Lifestyle Competitive base compensation with high income potential and production incentives Comprehensive benefits package including CME and robust retirement plan Financial stability within a top-ranked, Magnet® designated health system recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers Access to nationally ranked public and private schools Convenient location near historic Philadelphia, with easy access to beaches, mountains, New York City, and Washington, D.C. Rich cultural opportunities and a vibrant community Why Join Main Line Health? Nationally Ranked Program: Lankenau Heart Institute is consistently recognized among the nation’s Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospitals® Cutting-Edge Technology: First in North America to partner with Philips for integrated cardiovascular solutions, ensuring access to state-of-the-art imaging and workflow optimization [ Advanced Therapies: Certified program offering LVAD implantation , ECMO, and investigational device trials for advanced heart failure patients Research Leadership: Home to Early Feasibility Studies and NIH-funded trials through LIMR, providing patients access to therapies available at only a handful of institutions worldwide Robust Education: Graduate medical education program with general and subspecialty fellowships in structural, EP, and interventional cardiology Comprehensive Care: Expertise in minimally invasive robotic CABG, TAVR, complex valve interventions, and advanced imaging (cardiac MR, PET-CT, HeartFlow CCTA) About Lankenau Heart Group One of the top-performing cardiovascular programs in the country Nationally recognized research through LIMR , offering access to cutting-edge clinical trials and novel therapies Advanced investigational transcatheter technologies for valve disease and multiple heart failure trials Specialized initiatives including Women’s Heart Program and cardio-obstetrics services Comprehensive peripheral intervention and preventive cardiology programs Main Line Health values diversity and inclusion and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates should contact: Anita Shayegan Physician Recruitment 215.760.2448 shayegana@mlhs.org

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