Job Description
Physicians Regional Healthcare System is seeking an experienced, Board-Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join an established, top-tier surgical team at Physicians Regional - Pine Ridge Hospital in beautiful Naples, Florida.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an established surgeon to help build, shape, and lead a growing cardiovascular and thoracic program. You will join an integrated team of 4 CT surgeons and 3 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) servicing a high-demand, affluent Southwest Florida community.
Practice & Clinical Scope
- Comprehensive Clinical Practice: Broad cardiothoracic scope covering adult cardiac surgery, thoracic surgery, structural heart procedures (TAVR, MitraClip, Watchman), and complex aortic surgery.
- Annual Volumes: ~237 Cardiac cases and ~31 Thoracic cases per year.
- Call Coverage: 1:3 combined CT call (includes weekend coverage).
- Robotic & Advanced Technology: Access to 3 Da Vinci surgical robots with dedicated robotic block time for thoracic procedures, as well as VATS equipment, Hybrid Suite technology, and an active ECMO program.
- Convenience: Outpatient clinic is conveniently located directly on the Pine Ridge Hospital campus.
Key Highlights & Program Features
- STS 3-Star Program: Join an established, highly regarded heart surgery program holding a top 3-out-of-3 star quality rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS).
- High-Growth Opportunity: Help expand our local clinical footprint and introduce advanced surgical procedures to meet the demands of a rapidly growing population.
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work in close partnership with a strong cardiology group (including 9 employed cardiologists and 7 interventional cardiologists), enjoying seamless co-management and joint decision-making-particularly within the active Structural Heart Program.
- Comprehensive Mid-Level Support: Benefit from dedicated APP support for inpatient care, clinic, and surgical workflows.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Base Salary: Highly negotiable, commensurate with experience and skill set.
- Financial Incentives: Sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and quality incentives available.
- Benefits Package: Comprehensive medical benefits, CME allowance, loan repayment options, and employer-provided malpractice insurance.