Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Blessing Hospital seeks a second cardiothoracic surgeon to advance our program.  Newer hybrid operating room. Experienced cardiothoracic surgeon in place.

Compensation and Benefits: 

• Competitive base salary: $900,000-$1,000,000
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Educational debt forgiveness; if applicable
• Health, life, vision, dental, disability, and AD & D insurance
• Malpractice coverage with tail
• 403(b) retirement plan plus 457(b) tax-deferral option 
• Employee childcare center
• Six weeks annual paid time off
• One week of professional time
• $5,000 professional expense allowance

Preferred candidate:

• Prefer 5 years post training practice experience
• Thoracic experience/skills/interest, EBUS and VATS desirable
• Vascular experience/skills/interest
• Endovascular skills and experience, EVAR, TEVAR and peripheral desirable
• TAVR/TAVI skills and experience

More Voice

• Local decision-making with direct access to executive leadership.
• Physicians have a meaningful voice in decisions that impact their practice, patients, and the future of the organization.
• Collaborative culture where physician, operational, and clinical leaders work in alignment.

More Opportunity

• Largest locally governed health system serving a 300,000+ population region across Illinois, Missouri, and Iowa.
• Nearly 300 employed physicians and advanced practice providers.
• 349-bed regional referral center, Level II Trauma Center, Designated Stroke Center, and Chest Pain Center.
• Ongoing investment in physician growth, technology, facilities, and regional partnerships.

More Balance

• Build a successful practice while enjoying a high quality of life.
• Family-friendly community with excellent schools, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming culture.
• Short commute times and easy access to work, home, and community activities.
• Opportunity to build long-term roots in a community where physicians can make a lasting impact.