Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Monash Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Monash Health in Melbourne invites applications for an experienced Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon. Based at the Victorian Heart Hospital and Monash Medical Centre, the role focuses on delivering exceptional patient care, advancing teaching, and leading a world-class surgical program.

You will contribute to clinical excellence, research, and education across a premier tertiary and quaternary referral service with a strong commitment to innovation and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Fellowship or equivalent surgical credential in cardiothoracic surgery.
• Experience leading complex cardiothoracic procedures and teams.
• Commitment to teaching, research, and clinical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead a high-volume cardiothoracic surgery program and multidisciplinary teams.
• Deliver expert patient care across pre-, intra-, and post-operative pathways.
• Drive research, education, and service development within the department.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Cardiothoracic surgery

Teaching & training

Research

Education

FRACS or equivalent

Job description

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Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon – Victorian Heart Hospital & Monash Medical Centre

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join Monash Health’s Cardiothoracic Surgery team. Based at the Victorian Heart Hospital and Monash Medical Centre, this role offers the chance to contribute to a world-class surgical program, delivering exceptional patient care while advancing research, education, and innovation. We are seeking a highly skilled surgeon with a strong commitment to clinical excellence, leadership, teaching, and service development. Join us in shaping the future of cardiothoracic care and supporting a leading tertiary and quaternary referral service for Victoria and beyond.

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach outto Kirsten Garner on 0407 359 ***.

Our Culture and Values

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.

You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.

We areFullHearted, OpenMindedandAllIn,enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness,equityand diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.