Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Medical City Healthcare; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 607,000 - 1,112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Malpractice insurance

Paid time off

Employee stock plan

Job summary

LewisGale Medical Center in Salem, Virginia, seeks an experienced cardiothoracic surgeon to join an established program. The ideal candidate is board certified or eligible with 5+ years of experience and a passion for program development and team collaboration.

Proficiency in heart bypass surgery, valve repair/replacement (including open and endovascular approaches), and Structural Heart procedures (TAVR, LAAC) is preferred; minimally invasive lung surgery experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Board certified or board eligible.
• 5+ years of experience preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and a passion for program development and collaboration.
• Experience with heart bypass surgery, valve repair/replacement (open and endovascular).
• Structural Heart (TAVR, LAAC) preferred; minimally invasive lung surgery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to an established cardiothoracic program.
• Perform complex cardiothoracic procedures with proficiency in open and endovascular techniques.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance patient care and program growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Program development

Collaboration

Board certification/eligibility

Education

MD/DO

Tools

TAVR

LAAC

Endovascular surgery

Open-heart surgery

Job description

$ Salary Estimate: $606,658 - $1,112,208 / year

Job Summary:

Established cardiothoracic surgery program at LewisGale Medical Center in Salem, Virginia is seeking an experienced cardiothoracic surgeon.

Qualified Candidates:

• Board certified or board eligible
• 5+ year of experience preferred
• Superb communication skills and a passion for program development and collaboration
• Experience and comfort level with heart bypass surgery, valve repair and replacement (including open and endovascular aortic procedures)
• Structural Heart Experience (TAVR, LAAC) preferred
• Minimally invasive lung surgery experience preferred
• Knowledge and experience with advanced technologies to reduce the invasiveness of thoracic and cardiovascular procedures preferred
• Capable of doing complex cases in independent setting
• Must be licensed or eligible to be licensed in the state of Virginia
• Leadership opportunity available, if desired
• 1:2 call schedule

Incentive/Benefits Package:

• Comprehensive benefits package with various options for health, life, and financial needs with additional access to wellbeing resources
• 401(k) plan with annual match (based on years of service)
• Paid occurence-based malpractice insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee stock purchase plans

About LewisGale Medical Center:

• LewisGale Medical Center is a 506-bed fully accredited acute care facility
• Accredited Stroke Center
• Accredited Chest Pain Center
• The LewisGale Regional Health System includes four hospitals, two cancer centers, six outpatient centers, and three stand-alone emergency departments that are committed to providing superior, compassionate care
• Our network of hospitals consistently ranks among the top in the nation for clinical outcomes and evidence-based clinical processes
• 2 dedicated CVORs
• 1 dedicated EP lab and 3 cath labs
• Experienced clinic staff and 5 advanced practice providers

As a place to live and play, southwest Virginia has it all, with a comfortable climate and the best of all four seasons. For the second year in a row, Roanoke has been ranked the "Top Adventure Town" by Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine, edging out Asheville and Chattanooga. Roanoke's 'innovation corridor' has become a hub for tech-forward industries including healthcare, technology and advanced manufacturing. Our scenic beauty offers opportunity to balance work and recreation. Enjoy local arts and culture, hiking on the Appalachian Trail, water sports on Smith Mountain Lake, and biking in the nation's second largest municipal park. With nearby nationally recognized colleges and universities, including Virginia Tech, the area offers excellent schools and a low cost of living. Roanoke is within a few hours driving distance to Washington, DC, Charlotte, NC and Richmond, VA.

*The wage estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.