Surgery - Thoracic Physician

Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Rapid City, South Dakota Experienced Board-Certified •Opportunity to practice a mix of cardiac and thoracic surgery with some vascular procedures.•Join a collaborative team of cardiovascular specialists dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and clinical outcomes.•Practice within a comprehensive cardiovascular program offering the full spectrum of advanced cardiovascular services.•Participate in a growing surgical program performing more than 700 cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgery cases annually.•Advanced procedural volume includes CABG, valve repair and replacement, carotid and femoral endarterectomy, convergent ablation procedures, thoracic aortic surgery, ECMO, minimally invasive thoracic surgery, and vascular interventions.Work alongside a multidisciplinary cardiovascular team including:oNon-Invasive CardiologistsoInterventional CardiologistsoElectrophysiologistsoHeart Failure CardiologistsoCardiothoracic SurgeonsoVascular SurgeonsoMore than 25 experienced Advanced Practice Providers providing inpatient and outpatient supportAccess to state-of-the-art facilities including:o12 operating roomso2 dedicated cardiac surgery operating roomso2 hybrid operating roomso2 da Vinci robotic surgical systems•Shared call schedule among cardiothoracic surgery partners.•Supported by a comprehensive cardiovascular quality improvement program with participation in multiple national quality registries.•Strong institutional commitment and continued investment in cardiovascular services.•Comprehensive electrophysiology program offering advanced treatment options for cardiac arrhythmias.•Dedicated structural heart program featuring advanced transcatheter and minimally invasive procedures.•High-volume cardiac catheterization laboratories performing diagnostic and interventional coronary, peripheral vascular, and endovascular procedures.•Opportunity to participate in an active cardiovascular clinical research program with ongoing enrollment in multiple clinical trials.•Established support services including cardiac rehabilitation, anticoagulation management, lipid management, lifestyle medicine, and heart failure programs.Compensation & Benefits•Competitive two-year guaranteed base salary.•Quarterly productivity bonus opportunities.•Generous and flexible paid time off.•Paid CME allowance.•Licensure and malpractice insurance coverage, including tail coverage.•Relocation assistance available.•Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.•Retirement plans including 403(b) and employer-funded retirement contributions.Candidate Qualifications•Board Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon.•Multiple years of cardiothoracic surgery experience preferred.•Strong clinical and surgical skills.•Commitment to quality improvement and evidence-based care.•Team-oriented physician with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.•Passion for delivering outstanding patient outcomes.About the Community•Rapid City is a welcoming, family-friendly community with a population of approximately 80,000.•Located in the scenic foothills of South Dakota's Black Hills region.•Enjoy a four-season outdoor lifestyle with opportunities for hiking, biking, boating, camping, fishing, and hunting.•Affordable cost of living and no state income tax.•Regional airport providing convenient access to major destinations throughout the United States.•Excellent public and private school options.•Close proximity to numerous state parks, national parks, and outdoor recreation destinations.•Ideal balance of professional opportunity, outdoor adventure, and family-oriented living.