Physician, CT Surgeon

Main Line Health; Penn Wynne (PA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive compensation package

Comprehensive generous vacation

Robust retirement plan with pension

Top-tier health and wellness options

Job summary

Main Line Health seeks a full-time Faculty Cardiac Surgeon for the Lankenau Heart Institute in Pennsylvania. The surgeon will lead efforts in advanced coronary revascularization and Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) programs. Candidates must be board certified and eligible for licensure in Pennsylvania. The position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits including vacation, CME allowance, retirement plan, and health options. Located near Philadelphia, enjoy rich cultural experiences and excellent education systems.

Qualifications

• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Pennsylvania.
• Experience in complex coronary revascularization (CABG) and VAD surgery.
• Proven ability to provide high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cardiac surgery and cardiovascular efforts among the surgical team.
• Perform general cardiothoracic procedures and on-call duties.
• Communicate with families and patients regarding care plans.

Skills

Collaboration within interdisciplinary teams

Effective communication

Leadership skills

Robotic and MID-CABG experience

On-pump and off-pump CABG

Education

Completed an approved fellowship program

Certification by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery or foreign equivalent

Tools

EMR experience

Job description

CT Surgeon- Lankenau Heart Institute

The Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery of Main Line Health, a large tertiary health system located on Philadelphia's suburban Main Line, seeks a full-time Faculty Cardiac Surgeon for our established coronary revascularization program - one of the most advanced in the region. In addition, the successful surgeon will play a leadership role in our Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) and MCS programs.

The incumbent will be primarily responsible for working with the cardiac surgical and cardiology teams to maintain and grow the cardiac surgical program with a focus on:

• Heart failure/VAD
• Advanced coronary revascularization techniques including on/off-pump CABG
• Multi-arterial grafting
• Robotic/MID-CABG and hybrid CABG/PCI options

The surgeon will provide coverage of the cardiac surgery service and is expected to have experience in performing general cardiothoracic procedures and on-call duties.

Qualified Candidates Are Required To Have:

• Completed an approved fellowship program and certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery (ABTS) or foreign equivalent
• Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Pennsylvania
• Early and mid-career surgeons with focused interest on complex coronary revascularization (CABG) and VAD surgery are encouraged to apply
• Experience in on-pump, off-pump, and multi-arterial CABG is required
• Experience in Robotic CABG and MID-CABG approaches is preferred but not required. Senior mentorship can be provided by renowned CABG surgeon, Dr. Francis Sutter
• Proven ability to collaborate and effectively communicate within an interdisciplinary team and with referring physicians to provide high-quality patient care
• Communicate regularly and effectively with families and patients regarding plan of care
• Demonstrate orientation toward providing evidence-based, patient-centered care, quality and process improvement, and team building
• Possess proven leadership skills, outstanding verbal and written communication skills; experience with EMR is a significant plus
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Program Overview

This recruitment is part of a key strategic growth initiative within the Division of Cardiac Surgery. Ideal candidates will join our established program with 6 well-recognized cardiac surgeons at the Lankenau Heart Institute to coordinate cardiac surgery and cardiovascular efforts.

The Lankenau Heart Institute is one of the top-performing cardiovascular medicine and surgery programs in the country, providing world-class, innovative care to patients with heart disease at every stage.

Benefits and Compensation

• Highly competitive compensation package, including base salary and performance incentives

Benefits

Comprehensive generous vacation, CME allowance, robust retirement plan with pension, and top-tier health and wellness options

Ideal Location

Located minutes from Philadelphia, enjoy world-class dining, arts, and entertainment alongside the charm of suburban living. Access to top public and private schools ensures excellent education for your family.