Lead Physician, Cardiothoracic Surgical Acute and Critical Care

NYU Langone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Health seeks a physician leader to advance cardiothoracic surgical care across the continuum. The role combines expert care for high-acuity cardiac surgery patients with duties in protocol development, quality oversight, and education within a premier academic health system.

The successful candidate will guide multidisciplinary teams, develop pathways for perioperative cardiac care, and mentor trainees, contributing to program development and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• MD or DO with board certification in Critical Care or Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Substantial critical care experience in cardiac anesthesia, CTICU or advanced cardiovascular inpatient care
• Demonstrated leadership ability in complex, time-sensitive clinical environments
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and team-building skills
• Eligibility for New York State medical licensure

Responsibilities

• Clinical responsibilities span CTICU and acute cardiovascular surgery units with expanded leadership opportunities
• Implement and standardize clinical protocols and best practices
• Lead quality improvement and outcomes initiatives
• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration across surgery, anesthesia, cardiology, nursing and allied health
• Educate and mentor trainees and advanced practice providers
• Drive strategic growth and innovation within CTICU and perioperative cardiac care pathways

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Team‑building

Mentorship

Education

MD or DO

Job description

This position is designed for a physician with demonstrated leadership capability and interest in shaping the future of cardiothoracic surgical care. The successful candidate will provide expert care to high-acuity cardiac surgery patients while playing a key role in multidisciplinary coordination, quality oversight, protocol development, and education across the continuum of care.

Responsibilities

Clinical responsibilities span the Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU) and acute cardiovascular surgery units, with expanded leadership opportunities in:

• Implementation and standardization of clinical protocols and best practices
• Quality improvement and outcomes initiatives
• Interdisciplinary collaboration across surgery, anesthesia, cardiology, nursing, and allied health teams
• Education and mentorship of trainees and advanced practice providers
• Strategic growth and innovation within the CTICU and perioperative cardiac care pathways

This role is ideal for candidates with prior experience or aspirations in clinical leadership, program development, or operational excellence within a high-performing academic health system.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree with board certification in Critical Care or Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Substantial critical care experience in cardiac anesthesia, cardiothoracic surgery ICU, and/or advanced cardiovascular inpatient care
• Demonstrated leadership ability in complex, time‑sensitive clinical environments
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and team‑building skills
• Eligibility for New York State medical licensure

Core Competencies

• Expert clinical judgment in high‑acuity cardiac and surgical critical care
• Strong leadership and decision‑making skills
• Excellence in interdisciplinary communication and coordination
• Commitment to patient‑centered, evidence‑based, and outcomes‑driven care

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.