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General Summary

Specializes in surgical procedures of the heart, lungs, esophagus, and other organs in the chest.

WellSpan Health is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and advancing medical innovation. We are committed to fostering a collaborative, supportive, and dynamic work environment where our team members can thrive and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients.

We are seeking an experienced and highly-skilled Cardiac Surgeon to serve as the System Chief of Cardiac Surgery. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader who is clinically excellent, demonstrates a passion for improving patient outcomes, and advances the field of cardiac surgery while mentoring future leaders. This candidate will lead, provide strategic direction, and participate in the delivery of high-quality contemporary cardiac surgical care including CABG, valve surgery, aortic surgery and advanced cardiopulmonary therapies.

This candidate will join a well-established cardiac surgery program currently performing more than 600 open-heart surgeries per year. Additionally, our catchment area of 12 counties, 9 WellSpan hospitals, and over 250 employed practices will allow for significant continued growth.

You will be joining a cardiac surgery team with:

+ A dedicated open heart intensive care unit and an additional dedicated cardiac intensive care unit currently caring for all aspects of complex cardiac disease including durable left ventricular assistive devices.

+ Seasoned intensive care, intermediate care, and dedicated cardiac floor nurses all specialized in cardiovascular care.

+ A large, multi-practiced, high-volume cardiology group employed by WellSpan with advanced cardiac imaging, electrophysiology, interventional cardiology, and advanced heart failure specialists.

+ A new 200-bed advanced surgical and critical care tower including dedicated cardiac operative suites and 4 dedicated hybrid labs currently under construction.

Our Total Rewards package includes:

+ Physician-Designed Compensation Model

+ Six weeks scheduled time off (STO)

+ Retirement savings plan

+ $5,500 CME Allowance

+ Comprehensive health benefits with spending and savings account options

+ Employer paid benefits that include relocation expenses, malpractice coverage including tail and dedicated help for caregivers via Wellthy.

At WellSpan Health, our community of 23,000 employees, including more than 2,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, shares a common vision and mission. We're cultivating medicine's next generation of innovators and leaders as we transform the health of the communities we serve in Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland.

For confidential consideration:

Tammie Chute, Physician Recruiter

[email protected] or cell 717-585-7625

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

+ Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) Required or

+ Doctor of Medicine (MD) Required

Licenses:

+ Licensed Medical Physician and Surgeon Upon Hire Required or

+ Licensed Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Upon Hire Required

Courses and Training:

+ Certification by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery with experience as a practicing cardiothoracic surgeon in the United States. Upon Hire Required and

+ Successful completion of a General Surgery residency. Upon Hire Required and

+ Must qualify and be a member of the Medical Staff of the Hospital. Upon Hire Required

Quality of Life. Founded in 1741, the city of York is considered by many as the first capital of the United States. The Articles of Confederation were signed by the Second Continental Congress here in 1777. Its beautifully restored historic district is an architectural treasure. While York retains its farming and manufacturing heritage, at its heart York is a thriving cultural community that has attracted creative talent and innovative entrepreneurial investors from across the nation. Life in York County offers affordable housing, options for higher education, a thriving arts and cultural community, historical attractions, parks and recreational resources, semi-professional baseball team, fine dining and more - within an easy drive of major East Coast cities. York County residents can find local employment in healthcare, manufacturing, technology, agricultural and service sectors. (Patient population: 445,000)

WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.