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Physician-Electrophysiologist (EP)

HSHS · Springfield, IL · $745,000–$942,854 a year · Full time

Posted Aug 11, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a serious complication in the EP lab and how you handled it.

What they are checking: Whether they stay calm under pressure and take ownership of outcomes.

Prairie is a Platinum research site and Center of Training for Boston Scientific. What role would you like in research or training?

What they are checking: Whether they would contribute to the active research program the posting highlights.

After a two-year guarantee, pay moves to a productivity model. How do you think about volume versus doing what's right for each patient?

What they are checking: Whether they can keep procedural decisions grounded in patient need when compensation rewards volume.

What would you do

The role includes outreach clinic responsibilities. How would you make outreach clinics work for patients who live far from Springfield?

What they are checking: Whether they see outreach as real access for rural patients, not just a referral pipeline.

A general cardiologist refers a patient for ablation, but you think medical therapy should be tried first. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Whether they can give an honest recommendation while keeping a good relationship with referring physicians.

About the work

Prairie has CARTO, EnSite and Rhythmia mapping plus Farapulse PFA and cryoablation. Which platforms are you most comfortable with, and how do you choose among them?

What they are checking: Whether their skills match the lab's equipment and they choose technology based on the case.

How has pulsed field ablation changed your approach to atrial fibrillation?

What they are checking: Whether they stay current with new ablation technology and understand its tradeoffs.

Walk me through your approach to a complex VT ablation in a patient with ischemic cardiomyopathy.

What they are checking: Whether they can handle high-complexity EP cases safely, including planning and hemodynamic support.

How do you manage device follow-up and remote monitoring across Medtronic, Boston Scientific and Abbott patients?

What they are checking: Whether they have a reliable system for following device patients across several manufacturers.

How do you decide on a leadless pacemaker or conduction system pacing versus a traditional device?

What they are checking: Whether they keep up with device options and match them to individual patients.

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The full job description

As published by HSHS.

If you have additional questions, contact recruiter at: Angel.Headrick@HSHS.ORG Position Details • Outreach clinic responsibilities • 3 State-of-the art EP labs, including 2 biplane EP labs. • CARTO, EnSite, and Rhythmia mapping systems as well as Cryoablation. • Farapulse PFA. • CRM: Medtronic, Boston Scientific, and Abbott. • Hybrid lab available for EP procedures • Very active clinical EP research program: Platinum research site and Center of Training for Boston Scientific. • EPIC EMR • 5 EP providers, 16 Cardiologist and Interventional Cardiologist. Position Highlights • Work alongside experts in general, interventional, and structural cardiology, plus electrophysiology • Supportive, team-based care model • EPIC EMR for streamlined documentation • Requirements: Unrestricted Illinois medical license and DEA (prior to start), BE/BC in Cardiovascular Disease • Visa status: H1B supported; J1 ineligible Compensation & Benefits • 2 year salary guarantee followed by productivity-based compensation model and ability to out earn • Lucrative call schedule that promotes work/life balance • Generous vacation schedule that aligns with incoming practice experience • Comprehensive benefit package including CME time/funding • Annual quality-based incentive • Sign on bonus • Fellowship stipend eligible upon signed contract • Housing and Relocation Assistance • Up to 150K in student loan reimbursement Why Prairie Cardiovascular? For over 40 years, we’ve led the way in cardiovascular medicine—blending cutting-edge research, advanced treatments, and compassionate care. • National Reputation: Known for innovation and excellence in heart care • Collaborative Culture: Work with 70+ cardiologists and surgeons • Advanced Resources: Access to state-of-the-art technology and a strong research arm via Prairie Education and Research Cooperative • Wide Reach: Serve over 50 communities across central and southern Illinois • Comprehensive Care: Part of the HSHS integrated healthcare delivery system with a full complement of primary care providers Pay Range: $745,000.00 - $942,854.00 Ready to Make a Difference? If you are a highly motivated and talented EP Cardiologist ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the first step toward joining a legacy of excellence in cardiovascular care. CORE function: Provider Education Qualifications • Clinical doctorate is required. Experience Qualifications • Competence in delivery of healthcare services for adolescents, adults and geriatric patients is required. Certifications, Licenses and Registrations • Licensed physician in the state of practice is required. • Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. • Maintain a Controlled Substance license for the state and Federal DEA, when applicable to their specialty. • Must have successfully completed, or in the process of completing, an accredited residency program. • Must be board certified or board eligible. Job Description Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient. HSHS requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues. HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce. Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. • Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. • Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions. • Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period • Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! • Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more! A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education. Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process Hospital Sisters may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence or machine-learning technologies, to assist with certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process. These tools may help our recruiting team organize applications, search for resumes, identify qualifications reflected in application materials, and facilitate communications or scheduling with applicants. Information used by these tools may include materials you provide during the application process, such as your resume, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools are used only to support our recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by HSHS personnel, and automated tools do not make employment decisions on behalf of HSHS. 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