Physician: Cardiac Surgery - Palos Heights, IL

Description

Northwestern Medical Group (NMG) and the Feinberg School of Medicine (FSM) at Northwestern University seek a full-time cardiothoracic surgeon.  Primary responsibilities include providing adult cardiac surgery services in Northwestern Medicine’s Palos hospital.  Our cardiac surgery program is rapidly growing with routine and complex cardiac procedures including transcatheter interventions. Employment will be with the Northwestern Medicine Group of cardiac surgeons led by Dr. Douglas Johnston. Preferred candidates will play a vital role in the growth and coordination of care and distinctive program development throughout the Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute system, and will have significant opportunities for leadership development throughout the Northwestern Medicine.

Qualified candidates must have a strong background in clinical cardiothoracic surgery, have completed an ACGME accredited cardiothoracic surgery fellowship program, and are board certified or eligible in cardiothoracic surgery.  Cardiothoracic surgeons in this position may participate in academic programs of the Feinberg School of Medicine, including educational programs (e.g., teaching service, training, preceptorship, mentoring, etc.) or research programs (e.g., participation in clinical trials, referring patients for clinical trials, etc.).  Salary is commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

BE/BC

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Benefits

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer an excellent benefits package. This includes a continuing medical education allowance, paid time off, well-being fund, 401k, paid parental leave, malpractice insurance and much more. Moreover, we will provide financial stability and administrative support so you can focus on your passion – practicing medicine. Please click here to learn more about benefits.