Carilion Clinic (CC) and the Cardiovascular Institute invite applications for the position of Assistant Chief of Cardiology, Western Region, based in Christiansburg, Virginia. This is an exceptional clinical and leadership opportunity to guide a team of cardiologists and advanced practice providers serving a growing regional market. 

Anchored at the Level III, 146-bed Carilion New River Valley Medical Center (CNRVMC)—an award-winning acute-care hospital—the Western Region provides comprehensive inpatient and outpatient cardiovascular services across a large geographic footprint. 

The Western Region supports a busy outpatient practice with full-spectrum diagnostic capabilities, including transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography, nuclear cardiology, cardiac CT, cardiac MRI, and vascular imaging. The region also maintains a high-volume device management program, including pacemaker and ICD interrogations, remote monitoring, and close collaboration with electrophysiology.  

Additional services include exercise and pharmacologic stress testing and streamlined referral pathways to interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, heart failure, and advanced imaging programs within the Cardiovascular Institute.

CNRVMC has a 24/7 STEMI program and a cardiac catheterization lab that performs over 1,000 cardiac catheterizations per year.  

The Assistant Chief will also provide leadership and oversight for cardiology practices in Giles, Wytheville, Galax, and Hillsville, ensuring seamless clinical operations, high-quality care, and excellent patient access across all sites.

The position reports directly to the System Chief of Cardiology, ensuring alignment with systemwide clinical, operational, quality, and financial priorities. The Assistant Chief will help advance standardized care pathways, monitor key performance indicators, and promote responsible resource stewardship. This role also plays a critical part in strategic planning, recruitment, and program development, supporting sustainable growth and high-value cardiovascular care throughout the Western Region. 

Carilion Clinic is a physician-led, multi-specialty healthcare system dedicated to improving outcomes, enhancing value, and advancing care through education and research. Headquartered in Roanoke, VA, Carilion operates 7 hospitals, 282 outpatient sites, 850+ physicians across 80+ specialties, and 350 residents and fellows in 30 ACGME-accredited programs. With strong academic partnerships—including the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine (VTCSOM), the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute (FBRI), Virginia Tech, and Radford University—Carilion offers an unusually rich environment for clinical innovation, teaching, and research. 

We seek a forward-thinking cardiology leader with outstanding clinical skills, demonstrated academic engagement, and strong strategic vision. The ideal candidate will excel in patient care, education, and faculty development within a dynamic academic cardiovascular program. This position carries an academic appointment at VTCSOM. 

Qualifications

• MD/DO with Board Certification in Cardiovascular Disease 
• Minimum 10 years of cardiology experience 
• Minimum 2-3 years of progressive leadership experience in an academic setting 
• Academic rank of Associate Professor or higher 
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, organizational leadership, and team development 
• Experience building integrated, collaborative care, education, and research programs 
• Experience with graduate medical education preferred

About the New River Valley 

The New River Valley—comprising Christiansburg, Radford, Pearisburg, and Blacksburg—is home to Virginia Tech and Radford University and has a population of approximately 185,000. Located 35 miles south of Roanoke via Interstate 81, the region offers exceptional natural beauty with access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, Appalachian Trail, and Claytor Lake. Consistently ranked among the “best places to live,” the area offers a wide range of outdoor recreation, surprisingly rich cultural amenities, highly rated schools, and easy travel connections through the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. Mild winters, abundant sunshine, and long spring and fall seasons make the region one of the East Coast’s best-kept secrets. 

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Interested candidates should submit a Cover Letter and CV to:

Amy Marsh, Senior Physician Recruiter

Phone: 540-339-8271 | Email: amsilcox@carilionclinic.org 

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, females, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. 

The posted salary range may not reflect the full value of the total compensation package. You are eligible to participate in the Tier 1 and Tier 2 bonus compensation programs to improve the minimum salary.

Historical averages of Tier 1 and Tier 2 bonus earnings are included in the maximum salary . In addition, comprehensive benefits and pension offerings further enhance the overall rewards package.

About Carilion Clinic

Carilion Clinic is a not-for-profit health care organization serving nearly one million people in Virginia through hospitals, outpatient specialty centers and advanced primary care practices. Led by multi-specialty physician teams with a shared philosophy that puts the patient first, Carilion is committed to improving outcomes for every patient while advancing the quality of care through medical education and research.

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