Experienced Cardiovascular Surgeon needed for a very busy practice[Register to View] target=_blank rel=noopener noreferrer>. Join this well-established Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery group based in Knoxville, Tennessee. The group performs heart surgery and thoracic procedures in a multi-hospital surgical network with some of East Tennessee's preferred medical centers. Physician will have a primary location at one hospital.

About this Opportunity

• Employed position
• Call 1:3, every 2-3 weekends

About Medical Center

Medical Center is the region's only referral center for stroke, neurosurgery, orthopedics, oncology, cardiology, neurology, surgery, and obstetrics. With a team of 650 physicians in 45 specialties and more than 1,000 nurses, technologists, therapists, pharmacists, and dietitians, we use a multidisciplinary approach to provide comprehensive, individualized patient care. The area's largest regional cancer program is headquartered on the campus. As a Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, it offers state-of-the art care that maximizes recovery from stroke. We are the region's leader in technology in areas such as bariatric surgery, robotic surgery and minimally invasive spine surgery. Our door-to-balloon times for heart attack patients are below the national average, and our hip fracture center offers advanced diagnosis, surgery and recovery procedures for hip patients.

About Covenant Health

Medical Group are members of the region's top performing healthcare network. Headquartered in Knoxville, we are a community-owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine acute-care hospitals, one behavioral health hospital, and the area's fastest growing physician practice division. Our specialized services include the region's largest cancer network and the renowned Rehabilitation Center, dedicated to helping those recover from debilitating strokes and traumatic brain injuries.

About Knoxville, Tennessee

Located on the Tennessee River with the Great Smoky Mountains as a backdrop, Knoxville is an incredible combination of big city excitement and small town southern charm. Home to the University of Tennessee and a vibrant downtown area with revitalized neighborhoods, Knoxville is a regional hub for nightlife and entertainment, especially in its Old City. Knoxville is also an excellent choice for families, with outstanding public schools and private K-12 schools. Our cost of living is 15% below the national average and Tennessee does not have a state income tax. Learn more about Knoxville, Tennessee and why you should call it your next home.

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Position ID: EC205269