Cardiothoracic Surgeon Opportunity

Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Health Hospitals & Clinics is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join the Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute in Kingsport, Tennessee. The successful candidate will be part of a premier cardiovascular practice with a high-volume adult cardiac and thoracic surgical focus.

In this role, you will work within a collaborative team structure that prioritizes innovative and patient-centered care. This opportunity offers involvement in clinical research and academic pursuits while providing advanced surgical care at one of the most awarded heart hospitals in the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Cardiothoracic surgical experience preferred.
• Expertise in adult cardiac and thoracic surgery.
• Interest or experience in minimally invasive valve surgery and structural heart procedures.

Responsibilities

• Join three established Cardiothoracic Surgeons and three dedicated Physician Assistants.
• Collaborate in a highly integrated, multidisciplinary environment.
• Provide advanced cardiac and thoracic surgical care.

Skills

Adult cardiac and thoracic surgery

Minimally invasive valve surgery

Structural heart procedures

Advanced heart team collaboration

Education

American Board of Thoracic Surgery Board Certified or Board Eligible

Job description

Nationally Recognized Cardiovascular Program

Kingsport, Tennessee | Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute

Ballad Health CVA Heart Institute is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join Ballad Health’s premier cardiovascular practice consisting of 50 physicians and more than 70 advanced practice providers, Cardiovascular Associates, located in Kingsport, Tennessee.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a nationally recognized, high-volume cardiovascular program providing advanced cardiac and thoracic surgical care at Holston Valley Medical Center—one of the most awarded heart hospitals in the region.

You will collaborate with an experienced team of surgeons and cardiologists in a highly integrated, multidisciplinary environment dedicated to delivering innovative, patient-centered cardiovascular care across Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.

Position Highlights

• Join three established Cardiothoracic Surgeons and three dedicated Physician Assistants
• High-volume adult cardiac and thoracic surgical practice
• Fully integrated cardiovascular service line
• Collaborative care model with all cardiology subspecialties
• Tertiary care facility with comprehensive specialty support
• Active clinical research and innovation programs
• Well-established and progressive Structural Heart Program
• Opportunities for academic involvement, teaching, and research

Qualifications

• American Board of Thoracic Surgery Board Certified or Board Eligible
• Minimum 5 years of Cardiothoracic surgical experience preferred
• Expertise in adult cardiac and thoracic surgery
• Interest or experience in:
• Minimally invasive valve surgery
• Structural heart procedures
• Advanced heart team collaboration

Facility & Program Excellence

For more than 90 years, Holston Valley Medical Center has served as a cornerstone of advanced healthcare for the Kingsport region.

Facility Overview

• Level III Trauma Center
• 450+ board-certified or board-eligible physicians
• Comprehensive tertiary cardiovascular services
• Advanced hybrid OR and structural heart capabilities

National & Regional Recognition

• #1 in the Nation – Interventional Carotid Care
• Top 100 Nationally – Neurological Care
• Top 10% Nationally – Orthopedics & Women’s Health
• Top 10% Nationally – Cardiac Care & Heart Attack Treatment
• First hospital in Tennessee to perform TAVR for high-risk patients
• Platinum Performance Achievement Award – Chest Pain/MI Registry (American College of Cardiology)

U.S. News & World Report (2025–2026)

• “Best Regional Hospital”
• Top 10 ranked hospital in Tennessee
• “High Performing” in:
• Aortic Valve Surgery
• Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)
• Multiple cardiovascular care domains

Cardiovascular Research Leadership

• Early national adopter of the Absorb bioresorbable stent
• Active participation in structural heart and device trials
• Opportunities for investigator participation and publication
• Academic collaboration and cardiovascular training initiatives

Practice Environment

• Highly collaborative Heart Team model
• Integrated cardiology and surgical alignment
• Advanced imaging and structural planning capabilities
• Dedicated CV anesthesia, ICU, and perfusion teams
• Strong referral base across a multi-state region

Location – Kingsport, Tennessee

Kingsport offers an outstanding quality of life with:

• Scenic Appalachian Mountains
• Excellent schools and family-friendly communities
• Outdoor recreation: hiking, biking, lakes, golf
• No state income tax
• Regional airport access

Contact Information

To learn more about this opportunity or to submit your CV, please contact us today to begin a confidential conversation.