Physician - Surgery, Vascular Surgeon - Blanchard Valley Health System​/Track

Job Description

The Department of Surgery, Division of Vascular Diseases and Surgery at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a vascular surgeon for our regional partner location at Blanchard Valley Health System. Blanchard Valley Health System Cardiovascular Care is building upon the heart care services we provide by expanding our cardiology programs and services to include vascular surgery! This is an excellent opportunity to build and grow in practice alongside our interventional and non-invasive cardiologists, experienced nurse practitioners, and a full support team.

The position offers robust medical and surgical subspecialty support, surgery tie-in dedicated OR, and experienced support staff.

• Provide licensed medical care, including diagnosis, treatment (including surgery or pre/post-surgical care where appropriate), case management, and clinical research
• Manage complex and sometimes unpredictable situations
• Direct and provide direct and indirect patient care services in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Conduct ambulatory clinics; interviews, obtain and review the medical history of patients
• Perform physical examinations to assess medical or surgical needs
• Order special procedures, diagnostic testing, and other ancillary services; respond to consultation requests
• Determine, prescribe, and implement treatment plans and/or medications required; document all services and instructions provided in the medical record
• Educate patients and promote wellness, prevention, and early detection by providing materials, resources, and services to patients and their families
• Respond and maintain open communication with referring physicians
• Ensure continuing medical educational requirements are met; participate in department, college, medical center, and university committees and other service activities
• Perform other duties and /or call assignments as defined by the Chair or his/her designee
• Perform surgical procedures where assigned
• Serve as preceptor and provide bedside training of residents, fellows, medical students, undergraduate and graduate students, nursing staff, and other allied health medical professionals

• Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), board-certified or board-eligible in the required specialization.
• State of Ohio and DEA licensure
• Competency in technical, clinical, and surgical skills (where appropriate), cognitive, and interpersonal skills required to serve those patients
• Practice within the established Medical Center and Physician’s standards of practice (policies, procedures, protocols), and adhere to key results areas of the Medical Center

Just South of Lake Erie sits the bustling mid-sized city of Findlay – the second-largest city in Northwest Ohio. Thanks to its affordability, robust and growing economy, recreational opportunities for all ages, outstanding school systems, and family-friendly environment, Findlay has been ranked #1 Micropolitan in the U.S. for ten years running. Downtown boasts one-of-a-kind eateries, breweries, boutiques, and a pedestrian-friendly Main Street, as well as venues for live music and productions at the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts and the Fort Findlay Playhouse, community events such as Oktoberfest, Boogie on the Block, Rally in the Alley, Art Walk, and more - all while enjoying a beverage within the Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA).

Are You Ready for Findlay, Ohio?

• #1 Micropolitan in U.S. 10 consecutive years and counting
• Located on I-75, 45 minutes south of Toledo and I-80, close to major metro and airports
• Community of higher education, health care, business, retail, and agriculture
• Ten public school districts in Hancock County, including Findlay City…