Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician

Salient Health Services, Inc; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading North Florida Health System is seeking a skilled Cardiothoracic surgeon to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in aortic disease and valve procedures. This employed position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive environment for high-quality patient outcomes.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive and Flexible Benefits

PTO and CME Time/Allowance

Occurrence-based Malpractice Coverage

Strong Support System

Qualifications

• Experience with TAVR and minimally invasive procedures.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse medical team.

Responsibilities

• Perform coronary revascularization, valve repairs, and thoracic surgeries.
• Work with an experienced team including cardiologists and surgical staff.

Skills

Aortic Disease

Valve Repair and Replacement

Minimally Invasive Lung Surgery

Collaborative Work

Job description

This North Florida Health System seeks an exceptionally well-trained Cardiothoracic surgeon to join their established practice and growing service line.

Qualified Candidates:

1. Work with an experienced team of providers, including another cardiothoracic surgeon and 3 APPs experienced in endo vein harvesting.
2. Facilities include CVICU, two heart surgery rooms, strong perfusion, a dedicated hybrid-OR, and dedicated EP and Cath services.
3. Practice currently performs coronary revascularization, valve repair and replacements, as well as broad-based thoracic surgery. Several advanced programs include TAVR, minimally invasive cardiac, robotic thoracic surgery, aortic surgery, and ECMO.
4. The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
   • Experience and comfort with aortic disease, valve repair and replacement, including open and endovascular procedures.
   • Experience with TAVR.
   • Minimally invasive lung surgery skills.
   • Knowledge of and experience with technologies that reduce the invasiveness of thoracic and cardiovascular procedures.
5. The candidate should demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively within our growing team, which includes cardiologists, anesthesiologists, surgical staff, RNs, and Critical Care staff, to ensure high-quality outcomes.
6. Experience is required.

Incentive/Benefits Package:

This is an employed opportunity through the Physician Services Group offering:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive and flexible benefits
• PTO and CME time/allowance
• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
• Strong support system

About the Hospital:

• 3-Star STS CABG program
• 545-bed hospital with two campuses (323 and 222 beds) and 5 freestanding EDs. The CVT program is housed at Ocala Campus.
• Region's only ACS-recognized Level I Trauma Center and DNV-certified Comprehensive Stroke Center.
• Consistent growth and capital investments over recent years.
• Growing GME program with 160 residents, partnering with the University of Central Florida to train future physicians. Cardiology Fellowship begins 2024/25.

Living in Ocala:

Ocala is ideal for families, featuring top elementary schools, scenic community pathways, and attractions like Silver Springs, Ocala National Forest, and numerous golf courses. The subtropical climate makes it a year-round vacation destination. Marion County has about 350,000 residents and is conveniently located one hour from both Florida coasts and Orlando.

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