Cardiothoracic Surgeon

40400 Desert Southwest Utah Market Medical Group; St. George (VT); On-site; USD 814,000 - 957,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary Time Off

Paid time off

License reimbursement

Malpractice insurance coverage

Annual CME allowance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Intermountain Health’s St George Regional Hospital in Utah is seeking a BC/BE Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join a collaborative team. The role supports an expanding Structural Heart program with 3 CT surgeons and multiple APPs, offering strong volumes and integration with interventional cardiology.

Open to experienced surgeons and fellows; includes comprehensive compensation with incentives, bonuses, and relocation assistance. Enjoy a lifestyle-rich region with outdoor recreation opportunities.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Board Certified/Board Eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Unrestricted Utah MD or DO license or ability to obtain one.
• US ACGME residency training.
• Ability to complete Intermountain credentialing process.
• Interest in supporting Structural Heart/TAVR procedures.

Skills

Structural Heart interest

Education

MD/DO degree

Unrestricted Utah license

US ACGME Residency

Job description

Job Description: Cardiothoracic Surgeon St. George Regional Hospital | Intermountain Health | St. George, Utah

When you join us, you’ll become a part of a nationally recognized health system dedicated to our mission of “helping people live the healthiest lives possible.”

Join a thriving and growing cardiovascular program in one of the nation's most desirable destinations for outdoor recreation and quality of life.

Intermountain Health is seeking a BC/BE Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join a highly collaborative team of 3 cardiothoracic surgeons in St. George, Utah.

This is an exceptional opportunity to step into an established practice with strong surgical volumes, robust APP support, and an expanding Structural Heart program.

The ideal candidate will have an interest in both adult cardiac surgery and thoracic surgery, with enthusiasm for participating in and growing our Structural Heart/TAVR program alongside an experienced cardiovascular team.

Opportunity Highlights

• Join a team of 3 Cardiothoracic Surgeons
• Supported by 4 Surgical APPs and 2 Structural Heart APPs
• Partner with 2 Interventional Cardiologists performing TAVR procedures
• Approximately 250 CABG and valve cases annually and growing
• Opportunity to perform both cardiac and thoracic procedures
• 1-2 clinic days per week
• 1:4 call schedule with flexibility around vacations and time off
• Major cardiovascular expansion underway, including 2 Hybrid ORs scheduled for completion in 2027
• Open to both experienced surgeons and graduating fellows

Why Join Us?

• Collegial, team-first culture focused on collaboration and patient-centered care
• Excellent relationships among surgeons, cardiologists, APPs, and hospital leadership
• High patient satisfaction and strong community reputation
• Opportunity to help shape the future of cardiothoracic and structural heart services in Southern Utah
• Significant health system investment supporting continued program growth

How We’ll Support You

• Starting salary for new fellows: $813,500
• Standard salary (3+ years' experience): $957,000
• wRVU incentive: $97.65 per wRVU above annual threshold
• Continuous Improvement Bonus: $75,000 annually beginning Year 2 (metrics driven)
• $50,000 starting bonus
• Up to $20,000 relocation assistance
• Up to $5,000 annual CME allowance
• Discretionary Time Off (uncapped)
• Paid time off, license reimbursement, malpractice insurance coverage, and an annual CME allowance to support your continuous growth and development.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package.

What You’ll Bring

• MD or DO degree from a fully accredited medical or osteopathic school of medicine
• Board Certified/ Board Eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Unrestricted Utah MD or DO license or the ability to obtain an unrestricted license
• U.S. ACGME Residency
• Ability to successfully complete Intermountain Health’s credentialing process
• Interest in supporting Structural Heart TAVR procedures

New fellows welcome to apply!

Live Where Others Vacation

St. George offers an unmatched combination of career opportunity and lifestyle. Enjoy over 300 days of sunshine each year, no long winters, and immediate access to some of the nation's most spectacular outdoor recreation. Whether your passion is hiking, mountain biking, golfing, trail running, boating, rock climbing, or exploring Zion National Park, adventure is just minutes from your doorstep. With a growing population, excellent schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and convenient access to Las Vegas and Salt Lake City, St. George provides the perfect balance of professional fulfillment and personal quality of life.

Location

Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital

Work City: St George

Work State: Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $7.25 - $999.99

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

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About Intermountain Health

Headquartered in Utah with locations in six primary states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group of more than 4,800 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery. Join our world‑class team and embark on a career filled with opportunities, strength, innovation, and fulfillment.

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• Supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up‑front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution.
• The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates.
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