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Cardio-Thoracic Surgery in Level 1 Trauma Center - Opening in 2021
Springfield, Missouri, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Surgery-Thoracic
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital
Location 65807, Springfield, Missouri, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 9/09/19

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CoxHealth is seeking a BE/BC CardioThoracic surgeon to join their Cardiology Department. The department consists of two CardioThoracic surgeons, four vascular surgeons, seven interventional and non-interventional cardiologists, and one electrophysiologist. This physician group conducts more than 4,000 procedures annually.

The surgeon should be able to perform a variety of procedures including:

  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Complex valve repair and replacement
  • Minimally invasive valve surgery
  • Aortic procedures including complex aneurysms and dissections
  • Coronary artery bypass grafting
  • TAVR program support

Physicians provide coverage to one hospital, Cox South Hospital in Springfield, Missouri, the level 1 trauma, level 1 stroke and level 1 STEMI center for CoxHealth system. Cox South Hospital has three operating rooms, including a state-of-the-art hybrid operating room, specially constructed with all the traditional operating room capabilities plus the advanced imaging equipment found in a cardiac catheterization lab.

Position includes:

  • Competitive starting salary with excellent earning potential
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Sign On Bonus
  • Relocation expenses

Springfield, Missouri is a vibrant and energetic metropolitan area that serves as a hub for healthcare, entertainment, and shopping for southwest Missouri. It is the third-largest city in Missouri (metro population 450,000) and consistently rates as one of the “Top Quality of Life Communities in the Nation” by Money Magazine. Springfield offers a diversity in the arts, a wide variety of outdoor activities and numerous sporting events. Enjoy a low cost of living, good airport access and top rated schools in the area!