St. Peters Health Partners Medical Associates is seeking to recruit a fellowship trained, board certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon Division Chief to lead our outstanding and well-established Cardiac Surgery program at St. Peters Hospital located in Albany, NY. This leadership role will involve overseeing the hospital-employed Cardiac Surgeons, who perform a comprehensive range of adult cardiac surgical procedures (excluding transplants).

Leadership 

The ideal candidate for heading the Division of Cardiac Surgery at St. Peters Hospital will be an outstanding leader with a proven track record in clinical practice. Renowned for its clinical excellence and high-quality patient care, the Division seeks someone with a history of exceptional patient outcomes and clinical performance. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership qualities and the ability to drive significant strategic planning in cardiothoracic surgery. They should be capable of setting a clear vision, inspiring and managing effectively, and mentoring others. The Chief will serve as the spokesperson for the CT program, responsible for enhancing and developing referral relationships, increasing cardiac surgery volume, and cultivating a successful program.

This opportunity is a hospital employed position with 25+ employed Cardiologists. There is a robust referral network, from both the employed and non-employed regional cardiology practices with a large geographic catchment area that includes Southern Vermont and Western Massachusetts. The clinic and surgical office are conveniently located on hospital campus. There is strong Surgical PA support with 24/7 support at a large modern hospital facility.

St. Peters Cardiothoracic Surgery

St. Peters Hospital is a leader in the New York Capital Region for Cardiac Care. Our comprehensive cardiology services include Non-Invasive, EP, Interventional, Structural, and Thoracic physicians. St. Peters Hospital has consistently been recognized by independent health care quality researchers as one of the best cardiac programs in New York state and in the nation.

The practice draws from a broad tri-state area, centered in the Capital District of New York. The team enjoys excellent outcomes based on STS criteria. Services range from minimally invasive surgery to more complex procedures requiring combinations of traditional and advanced techniques. Covering all aspects of cardiac care, except for transplantation, our surgical results have consistently surpassed both the state and national standards.

About St. Peters Health Partners Medical Associates: 

St. Peters Health Partners Medical Associates, P.C., (SPHPMA) is one of the Capital Regions largest multi-specialty physician groups with more than 900 physicians and advanced practitioners, in more than 130 practice locations. SPHPMA is a full affiliate corporation of St. Peters Health Partners.  Headquartered in Albany, NY, our physician group represents more than 20 specialties, including: primary care; internal medicine; pediatrics; cardiology; clinical nutrition; endocrinology; obstetrics and gynecology; hematology, medical oncology and radiation oncology; neurology; neurosurgery; pulmonary and critical care; radiology; urology; bariatric care and surgery; general, hepatobiliary, neurological, orthopedic, spinal, thoracic, vascular, and esophageal surgeries; and urgent care.  Our offices and affiliates are located in the counties of Albany, Schenectady, Columbia, Montgomery, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Ulster, and Warren. 

Requirements: 

• Board certification in General Surgery and Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Robotic Certification and Experience a plus.
• NYS License or eligibility.
• A minimum of 5 years of working experience, at least 2 years of leadership experience. 

Opportunity Details: 

• Hospital Employed Position.
• Program currently performs 700-800 heart cases annually.
• Clinic and Surgical Office conveniently located on hospital campus.
• Call Rotation 1:5
• 25+ employed Cardiologists.
• Strong in-house CT Surgical PA support.
• Modern Hospital Facility with three Cardiothoracic OR Rooms.
• Robust Referral Network from both the employed and non-employed regional cardiology practices.
• Large geographic catchment area.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Cardiothoracic Surgery physician leader to join St. Peter's Health Partners Medical Associates, P.C.

RECRUITMENT PACKAGE

St. Peters Health Partners Medical Associates, P.C. offers a comprehensive salary and benefits package that includes:

• $975,000 - $1,100,000
• Comprehensive benefits packing including health, life, and dental insurance
• 403(b) with employer match
• 457(d) Retirement plan
• Relocation Allowance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Paid Malpractice