- 1:3 call schedule
- Ideal candidate will have the experience to initiate LVAD program
- Procedures include: CABG, TAVR, valves, aortic work (wire skills preferred), care for post op ICU patients, empyema care and lung resections; esophageal care currently not provided
- Access to Cardiac CT, MRI, 3D Echo, PET and SPECT equipment
- Designated CV OR, CVICU and Cardiac Surgery stepdown unit
- Dedicated group of providers promoting teamwork, efficiency, and excellent patient care
- Well-respected Heart & Vascular practice with a 50-year history in the community
- Quick ramp-up time with excellent local marketing and outreach support
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
- Occurrence malpractice coverage
- Employer-funded retirement plan
- CME allowance + time off
- Epic EMR platform
Cardiothoracic Surgeon - Columbia, United States - MUSC Health
Description
MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown is seeking a full-time BC/BE Thoracic and Cardiac Surgeon for a well-established, nationally recognized group located in Columbia, South Carolina. Ideal candidates will have experience performing all routine cardiac operations including: CABG, valves, aortic work (wire skills preferred) and TAVR. Thoracic surgery will include empyema care as well as lung resections. Ideal candidate will have the experience needed to establish LVAD program.
MUSC Health Heart & Vascular Center has received the Society of Thoracic Surgeons 3-star rating 20 years in a row, is accredited by the Society of Chest Pain Centers, and is a BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina BlueDistinction Center for Cardiac Care.
This year, U.S. News & World Report ranked MUSC Health - Columbia Medical Center Downtown as High Performing in the treatment of Heart Attack and Heart Failure. Additionally, the hospital achieved the spot on the PINC AI list of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals for 2023.
Every year, our exceptionally skilled physicians save and transform hundreds of lives. We invite you to join a hardworking team of 2 cardiothoracic surgeons, 23 cardiologists, and 18 cardiology APPs to provide advanced treatment and personalized care to patients in Columbia, SC, and the surrounding communities.
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Columbia, SC, is conveniently located between the scenic beaches of the Lowcountry and majestic mountains of the Upstate. It became South Carolina s capital in 1786, and since that time, Columbia has grown to be the state s second-most populous city. With its unique mix of history, innovation, and culture, it s easy to see why people flock to the place accurately dubbed The Real Southern Hot Spot.
In Columbia, you ll find popular attractions like the University of South Carolina Gamecocks, South Carolina State Museum, Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, Columbia Fireflies Baseball and beautiful Lake Murray. Visit the city, and partake in a vibrant food and drink scene, unique markets and festivals featuring local artisans, and the natural beauty of the city s many parks and outdoor spaces.
MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown is a 332-bed hospital located in the heart of downtown Columbia, South Carolina. Founded in 1938 by the Sisters of Charity of St. Augustine, this hospital has a longstanding reputation for compassionate care, and outstanding clinical services, including an award-winning Heart & Vascular Center.
MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown s sister campus, MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Northeast, is a 75-bed hospital conveniently located in the northeast Columbia area with easy access to I-77, and I-20. Our care team members are highly skilled professionals dedicated to compassionate care for the Richland County community and beyond.
MUSC Health, the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), is dedicated to the pursuit of Changing What s Possible in health care. Nationally recognized for its innovation, patient and family-centered care, and quality outcomes, this integrated health care system is accessible via its downtown Charleston campus, nine regional medical centers, more than 100 outreach locations, clinical affiliations with numerous health care partners, and a robust telehealth network.