Description
Chief of Cardiology:
Location: Brockton, Massachusetts
Organization: Signature Healthcare
Facility: Brockton Hospital and Signature Healthcare Ambulatory Cardiology Sites
Position Overview
Signature Healthcare is seeking an experienced and visionary Chief of Cardiology to lead and oversee the delivery of cardiovascular care across the health system. This senior leadership role is responsible for strategic, clinical, and operational oversight of all cardiology services within Brockton Hospital and Signature Medical Group.
The Chief of Cardiology will report directly to the Chief of Medical Specialties and the President of Signature Medical Group, while working collaboratively with the Chief Medical Officer, hospital leadership, and the Service Line Director of Medical Specialties.
This position combines clinical leadership, quality oversight, operational management, and strategic planning to ensure exceptional cardiovascular care for patients throughout the system.
Time Commitment:
Approximately 30% of working hours will be dedicated to leadership responsibilities as Chief of Cardiology and Director of Cardiac Catheterization Services, with the remaining time dedicated to clinical practice.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical & Operational Leadership
- Oversee the overall performance of all cardiac care services delivered across Signature Healthcare.
- Lead and manage cardiology services at Brockton Hospital and Signature Medical Group.
- Provide oversight of cardiologists (employed and private practice) and advanced practice providers.
- Ensure excellence in patient safety, quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.
- Manage resource allocation, financial performance, and strategic growth initiatives.
Provider Leadership & Development
- Provide clinical leadership for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and house staff.
- Lead recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and mentoring of new cardiology providers.
- Conduct annual professional performance reviews and oversee credentialing and privileging processes.
- Foster a collaborative and supportive physician culture that promotes engagement and retention.
Quality & Safety Oversight
- Lead cardiology quality improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with The Joint Commission and regulatory standards.
- Oversee safety initiatives and patient safety processes across the cardiology section.
- Collaborate with quality leadership to resolve patient complaints, risk issues, and performance concerns.
- Develop and approve policies and procedures aligned with best practices and regulatory requirements.
Strategic & Financial Leadership
- Partner with leadership to develop and implement strategic growth initiatives for cardiology services.
- Oversee efficient utilization of resources including non-invasive cardiology testing and cardiac catheterization lab services.
- Participate in budget planning, financial performance monitoring, and productivity standard development.
- Support initiatives that improve patient access, referral management, and service expansion.
Committee & Leadership Participation
The Chief of Cardiology will lead or participate in:
- Cardiology Section meetings
- Medical Specialties Department meetings
- Cardiac Catheterization Lab Quality Control
- Executive Quality Improvement Committee
- Additional leadership committees as requested
Qualifications
- Board Certified in Cardiology
- Eligible for medical licensure in Massachusetts
- Demonstrated clinical leadership experience in cardiology
- Experience in quality improvement, physician leadership, and healthcare operations
- Strong commitment to patient safety, teamwork, and high-reliability healthcare systems
Please forward CV and Letter of Interest to Matthew Hubbell Mgr. Of Physician Recruitment - mhubbell@signature-healthcare.org - 978-339-9282
