Chief of Heart and Vascular Services
Company: Virginia Hospital Center
Location: State Farm
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
VHC Health is seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief of Heart and
Vascular Services to lead its cardiovascular service line. This is
a unique opportunity to shape and expand an integrated,
high-performing program as the inaugural physician executive in
this role. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic and operational
leadership for the heart and vascular service line. Collaborate
across departments and care settings to drive clinical excellence,
patient experience, and cost-effective care. Lead and mentor a team
of cardiovascular medical directors and specialists. Develop and
implement goals related to quality, growth, and integration of
cardiovascular services. Foster a unified culture with consistent
standards across all sites of care. Support clinical research and
academic partnerships. Represent the program at local, state, and
national levels. What You’ll Lead Multispecialty cardiovascular
councils (Cardiac Surgery, Electrophysiology, Heart Failure,
Women’s Heart Health, Imaging, etc.) Strategic planning and
performance improvement initiatives Integration of outpatient and
system-wide services Regional referral growth and physician
engagement Key Priorities Build credibility and trust as a visible,
collaborative leader. Assess and enhance the current infrastructure
and care delivery model. Create a unified vision for cardiovascular
care at VHC Health. Drive measurable improvements in clinical
outcomes, financial performance, and team engagement. Expand the
reach and impact of the heart and vascular service line across the
region and potentially on a national level. Strengthen capabilities
in heart failure management, leveraging evidence-based care models
to support high-risk populations. Qualifications MD or DO with
board certification in a cardiovascular specialty. Minimum 10 years
of clinical experience, including leadership of large-scale or
expanding cardiovascular programs. A strong background in heart
failure care is highly desirable. Proven success leading within
complex health systems or matrixed environments. National presence
or experience participating in regional/national cardiovascular
initiatives preferred. Eligible for licensure in Virginia.
Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and team leadership
skills. To apply, please e-mail your CV to Andrea Bell, Director,
Physician Services Recruitment at anbell@vhchealth.org
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