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
- Comprehensive benefits: 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.
About Main Line Health
Founded in 1985, Main Line Health® is a not-for-profit health system serving portions of Philadelphia and its suburbs. At its core are four respected acute care hospitals—Lankenau Medical Center, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Paoli Hospital, and Riddle Hospital—plus Bryn Mawr Rehabilitation Hospital and a robust network of outpatient centers.
About Lankenau Institute for Medical Research (LIMR)
LIMR is a non-profit biomedical research institute located on the campus of Lankenau Medical Center. It is dedicated to advancing understanding of the causes of cancer, diabetes, and heart disease to improve diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. The Director will have opportunities to collaborate with LIMR on clinical research and academic initiatives.
Interested candidates should contact:
Anita Shayegan
Physician Recruitment
shayegana@mlhs.org
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: Day Job
