Section Chief, Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time-off allowance

CME time and money

Relocation assistance

Job summary

A pediatric hospital in Philadelphia is seeking a Congenital Cardiac Surgeon to join their established pediatric cardiac surgery program. This role involves performing a wide range of congenital cardiac surgical procedures and engaging in teaching residents and medical students. Candidates must have relevant board certification and fellowship training. The hospital offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment for professional growth. This position provides an opportunity to impact the care and outcomes of pediatric patients in a recognized institution.

Qualifications

• Board Certification or Board Eligibility by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
• Fellowship training in congenital cardiac surgery.
• Eligibility for Pennsylvania medical licensure.

Responsibilities

• Perform a broad spectrum of congenital cardiac surgical procedures.
• Participate fully in inpatient care and operative scheduling.
• Work closely with cardiology, intensive care, and other colleagues.

Skills

Board Certification or Board Eligibility by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

Fellowship training in congenital cardiac surgery

Expertise in neonatal and complex congenital surgery

Commitment to multidisciplinary care

Job description

Job Summary

The Children’s Heart Center at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children seeks an outstanding Congenital Cardiac Surgeon to join our established and strategically expanding pediatric cardiac surgery program. This is an exceptional opportunity for a surgeon with strong technical expertise, academic interest and program building ambition to contribute to a congenital heart program with more than 50 years of surgical history and a growing regional referral base across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and the Mid‑Atlantic region.

Highlights

• Perform a broad spectrum of congenital cardiac surgical procedures, including neonatal, infant, pediatric, and selected adult congenital operations
• Participate fully in inpatient care, operative scheduling, and call coverage
• Work closely with pediatric cardiology, intensive care, neonatology, anesthesia, perfusion, and electrophysiology colleagues
• Support institutional programs in pediatric ECMO and advanced cardiothoracic care
• Contribute to referral development and outreach across Greater Philadelphia and New Jersey
• Teaching and mentoring residents and medical students from Drexel and Temple
• Academic appointment at Drexel University College of Medicine commensurate with qualifications
• Participation in clinical outcomes research, quality improvement, and translational collaboration

The Benefits We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer automatic contribution and employer match
• Malpractice insurance & tail coverage
• Generous paid time‑off allowance
• Commuter benefits – tax‑free transit or parking
• CME time and money
• Relocation assistance
• Supportive health system to advance goals

Qualifications

• Board Certification or Board Eligibility by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
• Fellowship training in congenital cardiac surgery
• ABTS certification in congenital cardiac surgery preferred
• Demonstrated expertise in neonatal and complex congenital surgery
• Eligibility for Pennsylvania medical licensure
• Strong commitment to multidisciplinary, evidence‑based, family‑centered care

Overview

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children is a leader in pediatric care since 1875, offering nationally recognized programs and specialists. We provide quality pediatric services in a caring, progressive environment, committed to quality through teamwork, technology, and service in a child‑friendly, family‑oriented setting. As an academic medical center, we bring the latest diagnostics, treatments, and innovations tailored to the needs of children.

Contact Information

Name: Beth Calabria
Email: [e-mail]
Phone: 484‑628‑6714