Congenital Cardiac Surgeon

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

CME reimbursement

Retirement options with employer contributions

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking a congenital cardiac surgeon to join their Division of Congenital Cardiac Surgery in Portland, Maine. The successful candidate will work alongside a team to expand the congenital surgery program, which offers comprehensive services. Additionally, they will have the opportunity to teach and mentor residents from the Maine Medical Center-Tufts University School of Medicine Program.

The position includes a competitive compensation package comprising relocation assistance, CME reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits. Portland, with its scenic views and recreational activities, adds to this exceptional opportunity.

Qualifications

• Board Certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
• Completion of United States Fellowship/specialty training in congenital cardiac surgery.
• ABTS certification in Congenital Cardiac Surgery is preferred.
• At least five years of experience is required.
• Experienced in neonatal and adult congenital cardiac surgery.

Responsibilities

• Join the Division of Congenital Cardiac Surgery in Portland, Maine.
• Expand the Congenital Cardiac Surgery Division.
• Work closely with the Adult Cardiac Surgery program.

Skills

Congenital cardiac surgery

Neonatal cardiac surgery

Adult congenital cardiac surgery

Teaching and mentoring

Education

Board Certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Completion of U.S. Fellowship in congenital cardiac surgery

Job description

Description

MaineHealth Maine Medical Center's Department of Cardiac Surgery is seeking a congenital cardiac surgeon to join their Division of Congenital Cardiac Surgery in Portland, Maine.

The congenital heart surgery program at Maine Medical Center is over 50 years old and is the only congenital cardiac surgery program in Northern New England. The MaineHealth Congenital Heart Center is a well-established program offering the full range of services in congenital cardiology, including comprehensive catheter-based interventions, electrophysiology and adult congenital cardiology. The surgical program is supported by pediatric cardiac anesthesia, perfusion, intensive care physicians and nursing services. The surgeon will work with the Director of Congenital Cardiac Surgery to continue to expand the Congenital Cardiac Surgery Division. In addition to pediatric and adult congenital cardiac surgery, the division also supports the pediatric ECMO and pediatric airway surgical programs. The candidate will also have an opportunity to work closely with the seven members of the Adult Cardiac Surgery program with specialized Centers of Excellence in Mitral Valve Repair, Aortic Surgery, and Mechanical Circulatory Support.

Congenital cardiology and pediatric cardiac surgery services are offered at The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital, a 96-bed hospital within Maine Medical Center and a three-time Magnet designated hospital. The PICU has 8 beds with 400+ admissions per year, and the CTICU has 12 beds for patients over 18 years of age. The Malone Family Tower provides state-of-the-art cardiovascular facilities, including cardiac surgery operating suites, hybrid ORs and interventional catheterization suites.

Portland, Maine, situated on the Maine coast, offers recreational opportunities such as skiing, hiking, sailing, and miles of beautiful beaches. Just two hours north of Boston, this is an exceptionally diverse and vibrant community.

Position offers

• Teaching and mentoring residents and medical students from the Maine Medical Center-Tufts University School of Medicine Program.
• Academic appointment at Tufts University School of Medicine.
• Team-based care model with collaborative approach to care.
• Competitive compensation package including relocation assistance, CME expense reimbursement, and malpractice insurance.
• Benefits include Paid Time Off, CME time, retirement options with employer contributions, medical, dental, vision, life/disability coverage, and more.

Qualifications

• Board Certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
• Completion of United States Fellowship/specialty training in congenital cardiac surgery.
• ABTS certification in Congenital Cardiac Surgery is preferred.
• At least five years of experience is required.
• Experienced in neonatal and adult congenital cardiac surgery.