Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Independence Health System Careers•Greensburg, PA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Independence Health is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join their surgical team at Westmoreland Hospital. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing, STS-recognized program delivering advanced cardiovascular surgical care in a growing regional health system. The practice has an established cardiothoracic surgery program with a strong regional reputation, performing approximately 500 cardiothoracic procedures annually, including surgical and structural procedures. The program emphasizes quality outcomes and data-driven care, supported by a robust referral network and collaborative medical staff. The facility includes a 22-bed ICU and a 10-bed Step-down unit with 24/7 intensivist coverage. There is a long-established cardiology program with interventional, structural, and electrophysiology services, staffed by 4 interventional cardiologists, 9 general cardiologists, and 3 electrophysiologists. The clinical scope includes the full spectrum of adult cardiac and thoracic surgery, with a focus on minimally invasive procedures and off-pump coronary artery bypass (OPCAB) expertise. There is an opportunity to further develop and expand minimally invasive and advanced surgical techniques. The call schedule is a 1:3 rotation, supported by experienced APPs and hospital-based teams. The surgeon will be part of a dedicated cardiac surgery team, including cardiac anesthesiologists, perfusionists, and specialized OR staff, and will be supported by a team of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) and clinical staff. The facility offers modern operating suites, advanced imaging capabilities, strong cardiology collaboration, and comprehensive ICU and perioperative support.

Requirements

MD/DO with completion of Cardiothoracic Surgery fellowship
Board certified in Cardiovascular or Cardiothoracic Surgery
Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care and team collaboration

Nice To Haves

Interest or experience in minimally invasive and off-pump techniques preferred

Responsibilities

Perform the full spectrum of adult cardiac and thoracic surgery.
Conduct minimally invasive cardiac and thoracic procedures.
Utilize off-pump coronary artery bypass (OPCAB) techniques.
Further develop and expand minimally invasive and advanced surgical techniques.
Participate in a Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) recognized program, emphasizing quality outcomes and data-driven care.
Collaborate with a robust referral network and medical staff.
Provide care within a 22-bed ICU and 10-bed Step-down unit with 24/7 intensivist coverage.
Work with a long-established cardiology program including interventional, structural, and electrophysiology services.
Participate in a 1:3 call rotation.
Be supported by experienced APPs and hospital-based teams.
Work with a dedicated cardiac surgery team, including cardiac anesthesiologist, perfusionists and specialized OR staff.
Be supported by a highly experienced and talented team of Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) and dedicated clinical staff.
Utilize modern operating suites and advanced imaging capabilities.
Engage in strong cardiology collaboration, including interventional and structural heart programs.
Provide comprehensive ICU and perioperative support.