Physician - Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Overview

Mercy Health is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our growing surgical team based cent Medical Center, a leader in advanced cardiovascular care. This is an opportunity to join a supportive team with a vast referral base and a strong commitment to providing quality patient care.

The ideal candidate will be board-certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery, have 5+ years of post-fellowship experience, and demonstrate clinical proficiency in both cardiac and thoracic procedures, with advanced skills in treating abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA), valvular heart disease, coronary artery disease, lung cancer, and mechanical circulatory support including Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs). An interest in helping lead and develop the program is highly preferred.

• St. Vincent Medical Center Toledo, OH (Level I Trauma Center, tertiary care)

• Perform a full scope of cardiac and thoracic surgical procedures, including:
  • Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
  • Valve repair and replacement (including TAVR coordination)
  • Thoracic aortic aneurysm repair
  • Surgical management of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAA)
  • Lung resections and mediastinal mass removal
  • Pacemaker/ICD placement and device extraction
  • VAD implantation and mechanical circulatory support
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care for cardiac and thoracic surgical patients, including ICU management.
• Collaborate closely with cardiologists, vascular surgeons, pulmonologists, intensivists, and other specialists across the Mercy Health system.
• Take part in a shared call rotation (1:3) covering approximately 7-10 days per month.
• Engage in outpatient clinics weekly to ensure continuity of care and patient follow-up.
• Support ongoing resident education, teaching, and clinical research initiatives.

• Board Certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Fellowship training from an ACGME-accredited program.
• 5+ years of post-training surgical experience preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in cardiac and thoracic procedures.
• Experience with VADs
• Strong critical care and ICU patient management experience
• Commitment to clinical excellence, patient-centered care, and program development

• Competitive base salary plus production and quality incentives
• Sign-on bonus and relocation reimbursement.
• Student loan assistance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Comprehensive benefits including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • 403(b) with match, 457(b) and Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (fully funded)
  • Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• CME allowance and reimbursement for licensure/boards/DEA
• Work-life balance programs:
  Life Matters concierge, fitness center membership, Be Well Within wellness program, and more.