Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician

Ascension•Carmel, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ascension St. Vincent Heart Failure Program, the largest Transplant & VAD program in the state is seeking an experienced Surgical Director of VAD & Transplant to lead and grow our advanced heart failure surgical services. Our program is a recognized Center of Excellence and is certified by The Joint Commission. As a quaternary medical center, Ascension Indianapolis Hospital is a destination cardiac program with a focused commitment to advanced heart failure therapies and regional referral excellence. Largest Transplant & VAD program in Indiana, Accredited Center of Excellence, Joint Commission certified, 30+ cardiac transplants annually, 60+ short- and long-term mechanical circulatory assist devices implanted annually, Active cardiac surgery research program, including DCD donor trials utilizing the TransMedics Organ Care System. Join a team of 6 cardiac surgeons, including 2 transplant surgeons. Evenly distributed call schedule: 1:3 transplant call/1:7 primary surgical call. Perform and oversee: Durable and temporary VAD implantation, Heart transplantation (including protocols), Advanced mechanical circulatory support, Complex cardiac surgical procedures. Leadership & Strategy: Provide strategic vision and operational oversight for VAD & Transplant services, Advance growth in mechanical circulatory support and transplant volumes, Maintain superior clinical outcomes and regulatory excellence, Strengthen multidisciplinary collaboration with Heart Failure cardiology, intensivists, and the Heart Center, Expand regional referral relationships across St. Vincent’s hospitals. Research & Innovation: Lead and participate in transplant and MCS clinical trials, Expand DCD donor utilization, Drive innovation in advanced heart failure therapies. As a Quaternary Medical Center, Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital is committed to building a true destination cardiac program centered on advanced heart failure excellence. Through close collaboration across cardiac sub-specialties and the Heart Center, we deliver exceptional outcomes across the full cardiovascular spectrum. By leveraging our strengths in mechanical circulatory support, complex surgical interventions, and transplant readiness, we provide a seamless continuum of care serving as the regional referral hub for patients with advanced cardiac disease while driving growth of the overall cardiovascular service line.

Requirements

Board-certified CardioThoracic Surgeon
Demonstrated expertise in: Ventricular Assist Device implantation and management, Heart transplantation, Advanced mechanical circulatory support systems
Eligible for Indiana state medical licensure and DEA registration
Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Indiana Medical Licensing Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience in program development or medical directorship preferred
Commitment to quality, research, and team-based care
Advanced Life Support preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform and oversee: Durable and temporary VAD implantation, Heart transplantation (including protocols), Advanced mechanical circulatory support, Complex cardiac surgical procedures
Provide strategic vision and operational oversight for VAD & Transplant services
Advance growth in mechanical circulatory support and transplant volumes
Maintain superior clinical outcomes and regulatory excellence
Strengthen multidisciplinary collaboration with Heart Failure cardiology, intensivists, and the Heart Center
Expand regional referral relationships across St. Vincent’s hospitals
Lead and participate in transplant and MCS clinical trials
Expand DCD donor utilization
Drive innovation in advanced heart failure therapies

Benefits

Productivity incentives: RVU / Quality
CME allowance + 5 dedicated CME days
Malpractice coverage with tail
Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more