Physician / Surgery - Cardiothoracic / Georgia / Permanent / Cardiothoracic Surgeon needed in A[...]

The Stembridge Agency; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in Georgia is seeking a board-certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join their team. This role involves diagnosing and treating cardiovascular diseases, performing both surgical and non-surgical procedures, and managing critical care patients. The position offers a competitive salary aligned with industry standards and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and retirement plans. The charming Augusta area provides a low cost of living and easy access to major cities, making it an attractive place to work and live. If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

CME Allowances

Professional Memberships

Recertification Support

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical school with board certification in Thoracic Surgery.
• Completion of Cardiothoracic Fellowship is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with heart and lung conditions.
• Provide surgical and non-surgical care, including pre- and post-operative management.

Skills

Cardiothoracic Surgery

Cardiac CT

Cardiac MR

Patient Management

Education

Medical Degree

Cardiothoracic Fellowship

Job description

Physician / Surgery - Cardiothoracic / Georgia / Permanent / Cardiothoracic Surgeon needed in Augusta, GA, home of the Masters (SA198048) Job

This east Georgia Medical Center is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Cardiothoracic Surgeon with expertise in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular diseases. The hospital is a 581-bed acute care facility. The Cardiothoracic Surgeon will share a team with an advanced practice provider and nursing professionals. On-call is approximately 1:3.

Location: Augusta, GA, a charming mid-sized city with a low cost of living and easy access to major metropolitan areas including Atlanta, Charlotte, Savannah, and Greenville.

Staffing: Currently, there are three cardiothoracic surgeons supported by three Advanced Practice Providers.

Role and Responsibilities

1. Evaluation, diagnosis, treatment/surgery, and consultation for patients with congenital and acquired abnormalities of the heart, great vessels, lungs, mediastinum, and pleura, including trauma.
2. Providing both surgical and non-surgical care, including pre-, intra-, and post-operative management.
3. Admitting privileges to the facility and support for critical care patients, following hospital policies.
4. Assessing and stabilizing patients with emergent conditions.
5. Managing chronic cardiovascular diseases, ordering tests, and recommending treatment plans, including surgeries.
6. Coordinating care with hospitalists, primary care, cardiology, and other specialists.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical school.
• Completion of Cardiothoracic Fellowship.
• Board Certified in Thoracic Surgery.
• Expertise in Cardiac CT and Cardiac MR (MRAs).

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive base salary aligned with MGMA median. Benefits include insurance (medical, dental, vision, disability, life), liability coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, a 457 plan, CME allowances, professional memberships, and recertification support.