Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician

Surgical Director Of Vad & Transplant

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana

Facility Name: Ascension St. Vincent

Schedule: Full-Time

Productivity incentives: RVU / Quality

CME allowance + 5 dedicated CME days

Malpractice coverage with tail

This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.

What You Will Do

The Ascension St. Vincent Heart Failure Program, the largest Transplant & VAD program in the state is seeking an experienced Surgical Director of VAD & Transplant to lead and grow our advanced heart failure surgical services. Our program is a recognized Center of Excellence and is certified by The Joint Commission. As a quaternary medical center, Ascension Indianapolis Hospital is a destination cardiac program with a focused commitment to advanced heart failure therapies and regional referral excellence.

• Largest Transplant & VAD program in Indiana
• Accredited Center of Excellence
• Joint Commission certified
• 30+ cardiac transplants annually
• 60+ short- and long-term mechanical circulatory assist devices implanted annually
• Active cardiac surgery research program, including DCD donor trials utilizing the TransMedics Organ Care System Join a team of 6 cardiac surgeons, including 2 transplant surgeons
• Evenly distributed call schedule: 1:3 transplant call/1:7 primary surgical call
• Perform and oversee: Durable and temporary VAD implantation, Heart transplantation (including protocols), Advanced mechanical circulatory support, Complex cardiac surgical procedures
• Leadership & Strategy: Provide strategic vision and operational oversight for VAD & Transplant services, Advance growth in mechanical circulatory support and transplant volumes, Maintain superior clinical outcomes and regulatory excellence, Strengthen multidisciplinary collaboration with Heart Failure cardiology, intensivists, and the Heart Center, Expand regional referral relationships across St. Vincent's hospitals
• Research & Innovation: Lead and participate in transplant and MCS clinical trials, Expand DCD donor utilization, Drive innovation in advanced heart failure therapies
• Our Vision: As a Quaternary Medical Center, Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital is committed to building a true destination cardiac program centered on advanced heart failure excellence. Through close collaboration across cardiac sub-specialties and the Heart Center, we deliver exceptional outcomes across the full cardiovascular spectrum. By leveraging our strengths in mechanical circulatory support, complex surgical interventions, and transplant readiness, we provide a seamless continuum of care serving as the regional referral hub for patients with advanced cardiac disease while driving growth of the overall cardiovascular service line.
• Qualifications: Board-certified CardioThoracic Surgeon, Demonstrated expertise in: Ventricular Assist Device implantation and management, Heart transplantation, Advanced mechanical circulatory support systems, Leadership experience in program development or medical directorship preferred, Commitment to quality, research, and team-based care
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system
• Fellowship training Thoracic Surgery
• Eligible for Indiana state medical licensure and DEA registration

About the Facility

• 840 bed hospital
• Level one trauma center
• Serving a population of approximately one million
• Integrated referral network
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Indiana Medical Licensing Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Additional Preferences

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Visa Eligibility

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Why Join Our Team?

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

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