Cardiac Surgeon

Allina Health•Minneapolis, MN

About The Position

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career. Key Position Details: Job Description: Responsible for direct patient care by reviewing patient's medical history while collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation. Provides education, consultation or intervention to patients (treatment plan) and their families. Performs operations of the heart and blood vessels of the body. Scope includes management of pathologic conditions of cardiovascular structures. This includes congenital and acquired lesions of both the heart and blood vessels in the thorax as well as diseases involving the lungs and associated structures. In addition, the surgeon establishes a precise diagnosis, utilizing procedures such as cardiac catheterization, angiography, electrocardiography, echocardiography, imaging techniques, endoscopy, tissue biopsy and other appropriate tests. Performs evolving techniques such as laser therapy, endovascular procedures, electrophysiological procedures and devices, thoracoscopy and thoracoscopic surgery.

Requirements

Doctoral/Ph.D. level advanced degree in Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or foreign equivalent from an approved school of medicine
Required Completion of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic (AOA) accredited Residency training program in Internal Medicine or foreign equivalency training
Required completion of an ACGME or AOA accredited Residency training program in internal medicine or foreign equivalent from an approved school of medicine
Required completion of an ACGME or AOA accredited Fellowship training program in Vascular Surgery or foreign equivalency training or completion of an ACGME accredited, integrated vascular surgery program
0 to 2 years demonstrated experience in the designated specialty area, including experience with diagnostic procedures such as cardiac catheterization, angiography, electrocardiography, echocardiography, endoscopy, and other diagnostics specific to cardiac diseases
Licensed Physician - MN Board of Medical Practice required
ACLS/BLS Tier 3 - Multisource required
PALS - Pediatric Advance Life Support - Multisource required depending on business unit
NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation - Multisource required depending on business unit
Licensed Physician upon hire required
Board Certification by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, or in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery by the AOA Board of Surgery upon hire required
Drug Enforcement Agency Certificate upon hire required
Prescription Monitoring Program upon hire required
National Provider Identifier upon hire required

Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care Reviews patient's medical history while collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing comprehensive data pertinent to the patient's health or situation.
Evaluates, interprets, and coordinates information to make decisions and recommendations regarding patient care.
Provides education, consultation or intervention to patients (treatment plan) and their families.
Works collaboratively with patients to improve their health and well-being.
Practices in a thoughtful manner including consideration for cultural diversity, individual autonomy and legal responsibilities.
Manages complex cardiac conditions, including diagnosis, treatment, and possibly surgery.
Manages a range of pathologic conditions of cardiovascular structures. this includes congenital and acquired lesions of the heart.
Performs operations on the heart and blood vessels of the body. This may include surgeries such as replacement of heart valves or bypasses of blocked coronary arteries. May also include vessel surgeries such as for artery problems or microvascular surgery for diabetic leg ulcers, etc.
May perform evolving techniques such as laser therapy, endovascular procedures, electrophysiological procedures, thoracoscopy and thoracoscopic surgery.
Charts in electronic format in accordance with licensure and scope.
Actively participates in multidisciplinary team approach to case management.
May provide care in an ambulatory clinic, inpatient or outpatient hospital setting.
May participate in on-call rotation.
Utilizes quality improvement tools to develop processes that promote continuous improvement in delivery of patient care, patient outcomes, or work flows.
May participate in peer review and quality assurance.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health & Wellness – Competitive medical and dental plans, plus optional vision, legal, and other voluntary benefits.
Financial Protection – Employer-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Retirement Savings – Includes employer match and an annual Allina contribution to your 401(k) plan, plus options for supplemental savings and deferred compensation plans.
Professional Support – Reimbursement for state licensure, DEA registration, and board certification fees.
Malpractice Coverage – Employer-paid insurance, including tail coverage.
Student Loan Assistance – Guidance through the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer).
Education & Development – Generous annual CME allowance and technology stipend.
Well-Being – Access to the Center for Provider Well-being which is committed to the promotion of professional fulfillment through organization and individual initiatives, research and education.
Additional Perks – Many positions include relocation assistance, a signing bonus, educational assistance, and immigration support.

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