Physician - Cardiothoracic Surgeon

HSHS Medical Group; O'Fallon, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 850,000 - 865,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Housing assistance

Relocation assistance

Student loan reimbursement (up to $150

CME funding

Generous vacation schedule

Job summary

Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants in O'Fallon, IL is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join a collaborative team delivering advanced cardiac surgical care. The role emphasizes valve surgery and collaboration with Structural Heart specialists within a well-established program.

You will participate in TAVR and thoracic procedures, contributing to program growth while prioritizing patient-centered care in a modern surgical setting.

Qualifications

• Unrestricted Illinois medical license and DEA (prior to start).
• Board certification or eligibility in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Experience in adult cardiac surgery including CABG and valve procedures.
• Excellent clinical judgment and collaboration skills.
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Visa status: H1B supported; J1 ineligible.

Responsibilities

• Provide adult cardiac surgical care including CABG, aortic and mitral valve repair and replacement.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary Cardiovascular team and Structural Heart specialists.
• Participate in TAVR evaluation and surgical support.
• Contribute to growth and development of the cardiac program while maintaining patient-centered care.

Skills

Cardiothoracic surgery

CABG

Valve repair/replacement

Clinical judgment

Collaboration

Education

Licensed physician in the state of practice

Board Certification/Board Eligibility in Cardiothoracic Surgery

BE/BC in Cardiothoracic Surgery

DEA license

Job description

## Physician - Cardiothoracic SurgeonApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: O'Fallon, ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R1038617If you have additional questions, contact recruiter at:[e-mail] - Cardiothoracic Surgeon - Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants - O'Fallon, IL Nationally recognized leader in Cardiovascular care, Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants offers an opportunity for an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon to provide advanced cardiac surgical care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of highly regarded cardiologists, interventional cardiologists, structural heart specialists, and cardiothoracic surgeons. Enjoy the opportunity to practice within a well-established, community-based cardiovascular program with a strong referral base, established surgical team, and continued growth in cardiac and Structural Heart services. Opportunity Highlights • Established cardiac surgery program with a strong regional referral base. • Adult cardiac surgery including CABG, aortic and mitral valve repair and replacement, and other cardiac surgical procedures. • Strong emphasis on valve surgery, with collaboration across the multidisciplinary Structural Heart Team. • Close collaboration with the Structural Heart program, including TAVR evaluation and surgical support. • Opportunity to participate in select thoracic procedures. • Collaborative cardiovascular team environment working alongside cardiologists, interventional cardiologists, structural interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists, advanced practice providers, and experienced cardiothoracic surgeons. Position Highlights • Join an experienced and collegial cardiothoracic surgery team with the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of the program. • Strong commitment to patient-centered, community-based care with a collaborative multidisciplinary approach. • Modern surgical facilities with experienced cardiovascular surgical support. • Opportunity to develop a rewarding practice while maintaining a strong focus on work-life balance. Requirements: • Unrestricted Illinois medical license and DEA (prior to start), BE/BC in Cardiothoracic Surgery. • Experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon with a strong background in adult cardiac surgery. • Demonstrated experience in aortic and mitral valve repair and replacement. • Experience with CABG and other adult cardiac surgical procedures. • Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills. • Interest in contributing to the continued growth of cardiac and Structural Heart services. • Visa status: H1B supported; J1 ineligible. Compensation & Benefits • 2-year salary guarantee followed by productivity-based compensation model and ability to out earn. • Generous vacation schedule that aligns with incoming practice experience. • Comprehensive benefit package including CME funding. • Annual quality-based incentive. • Sign-on bonus. • Housing and Relocation Assistance. • Up to $150K in student loan reimbursement. Compensation Range $850,000.00-$865,000.00 Why Prairie Cardiovascular? • For over 40 years, we've led the way in cardiovascular medicine—blending cutting-edge research, advanced treatments, and compassionate care. • National Reputation: Known for innovation and excellence in heart care. • Collaborative Culture: Work with 80+ cardiologists and surgeons. • Advanced Resources: Access to state-of-the-art technology and a strong research arm via Prairie Education and Research Cooperative. • Wide Reach: Serve over 40 communities across central and southern Illinois. • Comprehensive Care: Part of the HSHS integrated healthcare delivery system with a full complement of cardiovascular and specialty services. CORE function: Provider**Education Qualifications*** Clinical doctorate is required.**Experience Qualifications*** Competence in delivery of healthcare services for adolescents, adults and geriatric patients is required.**Certifications, Licenses and Registrations*** Licensed physician in the state of practice is required.* Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.* Maintain a Controlled Substance license for the state and Federal DEA, when applicable to their specialty.* Must have successfully completed, or in the process of completing, an accredited residency program.* Must be board certified or board eligible.Job DescriptionThroughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.HSHS requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues.HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. **Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.** • Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. • Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions. • Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period • Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! • Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.