Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgeon

Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgeon

Greater Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is seeking a BC/BE Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgeon to join its nationally recognized Cardiac Surgery program.  This is a full-time, hospital-employed position with shared call (1:5).

Opportunity Highlights

• Multiple STS Three-Star Rating by The Society of Thoracic Surgeons for Cardiac Bypass Surgery (including the most recent data period).
• Surgery is performed exclusively at one location (St. Elizabeth Edgewood).
• This is a wonderful opportunity to work with an established group of 22 cardiologists and electrophysiologists, and a heart failure specialist.
• The practice is supported by experienced advanced practice providers in all settings (surgery, inpatient, and clinic).
• Strong commitment to a team concept of care amongst surgeons and staff.
• St. Elizabeth is home to a Family Medicine Residency Program and recently announced a partnership with the University of Kentucky and Northern Kentucky University to open a Medical School.
• St. Elizabeth Healthcare recently celebrated 5 years as a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network which connects our patients and Medical Staff with a variety of resources including point of care tools, eConsults, eBoards, Grand Rounds, and collaborative learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have expertise in cardiac valve repair and replacement surgery. 
• Experience utilizing minimally-invasive techniques (including robotics) is required for this position. 
• The ability to collaborate effectively to achieve positive patient and caregiver experiences.
• Desire to play an active role in ensuring excellent patient care, quality outcomes, and an outstanding patient experience.

Our Organization 

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is a multi-hospital, community health system employing more than 8,500 employees.  We are a community-focused organization with a commitment to physician partnership and well-being throughout our organization.  We have been recognized by several organizations for the outstanding care provided by our clinicians including:

• American Heart Association Accreditation Cardiovascular Center of Excellence – 2018 – 2021 (Edgewood) 
• Top Performer in Coronary Bypass Graft Surgery – Consumer Reports, July, 2018
• Get With the Guidelines Gold Award for Atrial Fibrillation –  American Heart Association 2018 (Edgewood, Florence, Ft. Thomas)
• Get With the Guidelines Gold Award for Heart Failure – American Heart Association 2018 (Edgewood, Florence, Ft. Thomas)
• Three-Star Rating by The Society of Thoracic Surgeons for Cardiac Bypass Surgery (based on the most recent data period, July 2016 through June 2017)
• Mission: Lifeline® Bronze Plus STEMI Award – American Heart Association, '17
• Mission: Lifeline® Bronze NSTEMI Award – American Heart Association, '17
• Chest Pain Accreditation – American College of Cardiology, 2017 – 2020

Our Community

Located in Greater Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky, this position allows you to enjoy Kentucky’s natural charm and all that metropolitan Greater Cincinnati has to offer.  Northern Kentucky is on the banks of the Ohio River. The region boasts affordable costs of living, award-winning schools, college and professional sports, exceptional fine arts and the distinction of being sixth in the nation for its number of Fortune 500 Company headquarters.

Interested candidates should forward their CV to Betsy Bushman, Manager of Medical Affairs & Physician Relations: Betsy.Bushman@stelizabeth.com.