Albany Medical College - Adult Cardiac Surgeon

Albany Medical College – Adult Cardiac Surgeon Albany Medical College is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Adult Cardiac Surgeon to join its growing academic cardiac surgery program. This is an opportunity to be part of a well-established, collaborative team within a health system that supports clinical excellence, education, and program growth. The ideal candidate will have experience across the full spectrum of adult cardiac surgery, including coronary revascularization, valvular disease, aortic pathology, and complex cardiac surgical care. The successful applicant will play an active role in advancing the Cardiac Surgery program while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. This position includes an academic appointment at Albany Medical College, with rank commensurate with experience, and offers meaningful involvement in teaching, quality initiatives, and clinical collaboration. Practice Highlights Established and expanding cardiac surgery referral base Strong cardiology and cardiac anesthesia support Broad mix of elective and acute cardiac surgery cases Comprehensive adult cardiac surgery services, including: Coronary artery bypass grafting Valve repair and replacement Aortic surgery Transcatheter aortic valve replacements (TAVRs) Opportunities to participate in program development, quality improvement, and clinical research State-of-the-art operating rooms and perioperative technology Modern surgical suite and system-wide EMR Teaching opportunities with residents, medical students, and advanced practice providers Qualifications MD/DO or related degree with board certification or eligibility in Adult Cardiac Surgery At least 2 years of clinical experience post fellowship training Clinically oriented with research experience and teaching abilities to be eligible for an academic appointment as Assistant or Associate Professor Leadership qualities and assets are highly valued Strong communication skills, with a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to patient care Demonstrated experience in adult cardiac surgical procedures Ability to provide a current operative case log Ability to teach, mentor, and collaborate with medical students, medical residents, surgery fellows, and other healthcare providers Eligible for academic appointment and medical licensure in the state of New York Benefits Competitive base salary range $458,000 – $635,000 depending on academic rank with additional incentive pay after completing first year of employment Robust sign‑on bonus Relocation assistance Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) Generous paid time off and holiday schedule Albany Med retirement plan plus a 403(b) Annual CME allowance and dedicated CME time Occurrence‑based malpractice coverage Employee wellness programs and mental health support Contact Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to: KMarie King, MD, MS, MBA Henry and Sally Schaffer Chair Chief of Surgery View email address on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io Equal Opportunity Employer Albany Medical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Society of Laparoscopic & Robotic Surgeons