MCS-ECMO-Cardiogenic Shock Surgeon - Assistant Professor

Cardiothoracic Surgeon Position

The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is recruiting an early career cardiothoracic surgeon with a focus on mechanical circulatory support (MCS), extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), and cardiogenic shock to join our program. This faculty position offers the opportunity to contribute to a well-established, multidisciplinary shock and MCS program at a tertiary care academic medical center.

The ideal candidate will join a division comprised of the following:

• 11 adult cardiac surgeons
• 3 thoracic surgeons
• 20 advanced practice providers
• 14 perfusionists who are supported by a collaborative multidisciplinary team of cardiologists, anesthesiologists, cardiac intensivists, perfusionists, and APP's.
• The MCS/ECMO service is staffed with 24/7 in-house coverage utilizing both ECMO specialists and perfusionists.
• This faculty position offers the opportunity to contribute to a well-established, multidisciplinary shock and MCS program at a tertiary care academic medical center.

Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital, the primary adult teaching hospital of MCW, is a 776-bed facility and the only adult Level I Trauma Center in eastern Wisconsin. Recognized by Healthgrades as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals, Froedtert serves as a regional referral center for complex cardiovascular care.

MCW, a nationally recognized research institution, is the 3rd largest private medical school in the nation with a large faculty and employee base.

Be part of an established program, joining 2 dedicated MCS/ECMO surgeons, that serves as a regional referral center for cardiogenic shock, ECMO, and advanced mechanical support. Clinical responsibilities include surgical cannulation and management of veno-arterial and veno-venous ECMO, temporary/durable mechanical support devices, and participation in institutional shock pathways.

The program benefits from advanced imaging, hybrid operating rooms, and 24 hour critical care coverage that support complex decision-making and high-quality outcomes.

To submit your application, please click on "Apply Now." You will create a candidate profile, and you will be prompted to upload your CV and your cover letter, describing your interest and qualifications. References will be required at an appropriate time in the process. All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For inquiries or to learn more, please contact:

Kate Dillon, Physician and APP Recruiter, Sr.

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Medical degree (MD, DO, or equivalent) from an accredited institution.

Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery.

State medical licensure, or eligibility to obtain license, in the state of Wisconsin.

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