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Lourdes Health System - 1600 Haddon AveRemote Type:
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Cardiothoracic Surgeon - VAD / Mechanical Circulatory Support
Virtua Medical Group | South Jersey
Virtua Cardiothoracic Surgery is seeking a board-certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon with expertise in ventricular assist devices (VADs) and mechanical circulatory support (MCS) to join our established and growing team in South Jersey. This position offers a balanced practice that includes the full spectrum of general adult cardiothoracic surgical cases.
This is an excellent opportunity for a surgeon who enjoys a diverse operative practice while also playing a key role in the growth and advancement of Virtua's mechanical circulatory support program.
Position Highlights
Combined practice of general adult cardiothoracic surgery and advanced heart failure/MCS
Durable VAD implantation, management, and explantation
Participation in temporary MCS, including Impella and ECMO
Broad adult cardiothoracic case mix including coronary revascularization and valve surgery, with additional procedures aligned to program needs and surgeon expertise
Shared call within a collegial, established cardiothoracic surgery group
Close collaboration with advanced heart failure cardiology, cardiac anesthesia, ICU teams, and VAD coordinators
Opportunities for program development, education, and research
Responsibilities
Perform general adult cardiothoracic surgical cases in addition to VAD/MCS procedures
Provide surgical care for advanced heart failure patients across the continuum
Participate in perioperative and longitudinal management of MCS patients
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support quality, safety, and outcomes
Contribute to service line growth, protocol development, and quality initiatives
Qualifications
MD or DO; Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery
Fellowship training or significant experience in VAD and mechanical circulatory support
Eligible for medical licensure in New Jersey
Strong commitment to teamwork and patient-centered care
Virtua Offers
Competitive compensation with productivity and quality incentives
Comprehensive benefits, including malpractice coverage
Dedicated APP support and experienced VAD coordinators
Practice in a mission-driven, not-for-profit health system with strong community roots
Join Virtua Cardiothoracic Surgery and enjoy a comprehensive cardiothoracic practice while helping advance life-saving therapies for patients with advanced heart failure.
The minimum base salary for this position is $772,500.00 per year, in compliance with New Jersey pay transparency laws. Final compensation will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate's experience, qualifications, and prevailing market factors.
If you're interested in hearing more about our opportunity, please contact Courtney at VMGRecruiting@virtua.org
Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.