Job Description

If your skill as a Cardiothoracic Surgeon is matched only by your compassion, you may be an excellent fit at Legacy. We value every member of our community and work together to make life better for others - guided by professionalism, integrity, and, fittingly, a lot of heart.

If this reflects the kind of healthcare environment where you would thrive, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Provides a full range of cardiothoracic surgical care to patients of Legacy Health. Such care is provided in an office, outpatient, or inpatient setting and includes the full and expected mix of patient problems and surgical approaches.
• Provides “non-trauma” coverage on an “on-call” capacity for Emanuel, Good Samaritan and Tuality Hospitals.
• Provides office follow up of cardiothoracic patients.
• Provides consultation on cardiothoracic surgical issues.
• Participates in Legacy Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement programs as appropriate for clinical practice.
• Participates on relevant committees as requested.
• Participates in community outreach activities regarding Legacy’s cardiothoracic surgery services.
• Completes medical records, coding and billing schedules and forms, and other needed paperwork in a timely fashion.
• Works with other specialists (radiology, cardiology) to develop a comprehensive Legacy cardiovascular surgery program.

Qualifications

• Graduate of four-year U.S. Medical School or equivalent.
• Completion of general surgery residency.
• Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Surgery.

Licensure

• Medical License, DEA, BLS for the applicable state.
• Membership on LPH Medical Staff.
• Board Certified in Thoracic Surgery.
• BLS for Providers certification from the American Heart Association required.
• ACLS certification from the American Heart Association required.

Pay Range

USD $0.00 - USD $0.00 /Hr.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you