Academic Non-Invasive Cardiologist

Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine & Carilion Clinic
Roanoke, Virginia

Carilion Clinic is seeking a Non-Invasive Cardiologist to join the Section of Cardiology at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, a 703-bed Level 1 Trauma and Tertiary Care Center serving more than one million patients across Virginia.

This position offers the opportunity to practice within a nationally recognized, fully integrated cardiovascular network supported by a strong primary care and specialty referral base. The role combines high-quality clinical care with academic teaching and research opportunities at a leading academic medical center.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will join an established and growing cardiology section and provide comprehensive non-invasive cardiology services. An academic appointment at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine is available, with teaching opportunities for medical students, internal medicine residents, and cardiology fellows. Research opportunities are available through Carilion Clinic and in collaboration with the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute.

Intermittent outreach to hospitals or clinics within 60 minutes of Roanoke is expected.

Clinical & Technical Resources

Physicians practice in a state-of-the-art cardiovascular environment, including:

• 6 Cardiac Catheterization Laboratories
• Advanced echocardiography and nuclear cardiology
• 64-slice detector CT scanner
• Cardiac MRI
• Electrophysiology services
• Structural heart program
• Ventricular assist device program
• Cardiothoracic surgery

Advanced Facilities

In July 2025, Carilion Clinic opened the Crystal Spring Tower, a 500,000+ square-foot expansion that houses the Cardiovascular Institute and an expanded Emergency Department, featuring:

• 3 Cardiovascular Operating Rooms
• 2 Endovascular Operating Rooms
• 2 General Vascular Operating Rooms
• 6 Cardiac Catheterization Labs
• 3 Electrophysiology Labs
• 76 ICU and Progressive Care inpatient rooms
• 46 Pre- and Post-Care rooms
• 5 Trauma bays (including the region’s only dedicated pediatric bay)
• 95 Dedicated Emergency Department beds

Life in Roanoke, Virginia

The Roanoke Valley (metro population ~300,000) is consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States, offering:

• Excellent public and private schools
• Low cost of living and affordable real estate
• Exceptional outdoor recreation (Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Trail, Smith Mountain Lake)
• Easy access to major metropolitan areas and Atlantic beaches

About Carilion Clinic

Carilion Clinic is a community-based, integrated, not-for-profit health system where innovation, collaboration, and physician leadership are highly valued. The system includes:

• 7 hospitals
• 280+ physician practice locations
• 31 Graduate Medical Education programs
• 850+ physicians across 85+ specialties
• Fully integrated EPIC electronic medical record

The Section of Cardiology supports fellowships in general, interventional, and structural cardiology and is deeply committed to advancing cardiovascular care through education and research.

Compensation & Benefits

Carilion Clinic offers a competitive compensation package, including:

• Salary with productivity and quality-based incentives
• Student loan repayment
• Sign-on bonus
• Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plans including 403(b), 457(b), and a fully funded pension plan
• Generous vacation and CME allowance
• Relocation assistance

Salary:

Minimum: $520,000

Maximum: $748,000

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.

Qualifications

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiovascular Disease
• Required skills in echocardiography and nuclear cardiology
• Advanced cardiac imaging certification preferred