Cardiac Surgeon Seattle

Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Cardiac Surgeon at The Center for Cardiovascular Health (CCH) at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH), you will join our rapidly growing team at the Virginia Mason Medical Center (VMMC) campus in Seattle, WA. The Section of Cardiac Surgery at VMMC offers expertise with some of the most advanced treatment options for cardiac conditions, with the lowest risk of mortality. VMMC is a world-renowned institution with a 3 Star Rating by the Society of Thoracic Surgery and recognized by U.S. News & World Report as 46th in Cardiac Surgery and Cardiology Care in the United States. Provide compassionate and expert care, while performing all aspects of adult cardiac surgery including coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, aortic surgery, structural heart procedures, minimally invasive cardiac surgery, arrhythmia surgery and mechanical circulatory support. In addition, we offer comprehensive care for the most challenging cases including surgery for heart failure, redo cardiac surgery, complex aortic surgery, revisional and multi‑valve reconstructions and septal myectomy. To succeed in this role you will be dedicated to excellent patient care, possess expertise in diagnosing and managing complex diseases, and demonstrate strong communication skills. You will also show a deep commitment to patient‑centered care and the capacity to thrive within a collegial and supportive environment. Position Highlights Employed team of 2 full‑time cardiac surgeons (this position will make it 3 FTEs) Consistent growing volume of routine and complex cardiac surgery 5 full‑time Cardiac PA's support operative cases, inpatient service and call Opportunities to participate in research and clinical trials as supported by the Benaroya Research Institute of VMMC VMMC performs annually more than 400 major cardiac cases, has an established ECMO program and an annual structural heart volume of approximately 200 TAVRs, 50 Mitraclips and industry trials for transcatheter mitral and tricuspid valve implantations. Our team is active in clinical research with several clinical trials in cardiology, structural heart and cardiac surgery. Job Requirements Required Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution BC/BE, American Board of Thoracic Surgeons Unrestricted active Washington State Medical License or eligibility to obtain Ability to obtain a DEA with full prescriptive authority required for the specific practice BLS and ACLS certification Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals Ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment Commitment to excellent patient care, collaborative, team‑based care and long‑term community engagement Preferred 2+ years experience in adult cardiothoracic surgery Fellowship completion; ACGME accredited cardiothoracic surgery fellowship Experience in ECMO/LVAD and TAVR New graduates with additional training will be considered Compensation & Benefits Competitive Salary: $887,387 - $1,062,878 per year Sign On Bonus Relocation Assistance Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage CME allowance and paid CME days Retirement plan with employer contribution Competitive benefits package aligned with market standards Equal Opportunity Employer Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We provide an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. #J-18808-Ljbffr