Albany Medical College - Adult Cardiac Surgeon

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is on the lookout for a board-certified or board-eligible Adult Cardiac Surgeon to enhance our expanding academic cardiac surgery program. This role presents a chance to join a well-established, collaborative team within a healthcare system dedicated to clinical excellence, education, and the growth of our programs.

The ideal candidate will possess comprehensive experience in adult cardiac surgery, covering areas such as coronary revascularization, valvular disease, aortic conditions, and complex surgical interventions. The selected individual will actively contribute to the advancement of the Cardiac Surgery program while ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-focused care.

This role includes an academic appointment with our institution, with the rank determined by experience, and provides significant opportunities for involvement in teaching, quality initiatives, and clinical collaboration.

Practice Highlights:

• A well-established and growing referral base for cardiac surgery

• Strong support from cardiology and cardiac anesthesia teams

• A diverse range of elective and urgent 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 engage in program development, quality improvement, and clinical research

• Access to state-of-the-art operating rooms and advanced perioperative technology

• Modern surgical facilities and a comprehensive electronic medical record system

• Teaching roles available for residents, medical students, and advanced practice providers

Qualifications:

• MD/DO or equivalent degree with board certification or eligibility in Adult Cardiac Surgery

• A minimum of 2 years of clinical experience following fellowship training

• Research experience and teaching capabilities suitable for an academic appointment as Assistant or Associate Professor

• Leadership qualities are highly regarded

• Excellent communication skills, with a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to patient care

• Proven experience in adult cardiac surgical procedures

• Ability to provide a current operative case log

• Capability to teach, mentor, and collaborate with medical students, residents, surgery fellows, and other healthcare professionals

• Eligibility for academic appointment and medical licensure in New York State

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• A competitive base salary range of $458,000 - $635,000 based on academic rank, with additional incentive pay after the first year of employment

• A generous sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team

• Relocation assistance to facilitate your move

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule

• A retirement plan plus a 403(b) option

• Annual CME allowance along with dedicated CME time

• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage

• Employee wellness programs and mental health support

Our organization serves as a cornerstone of medicine, research, and medical education in New York's Capital Region, being the largest private employer in the area with over 10,000 employees.

We provide exceptional career opportunities across various roles in both patient care and administration. We value our staff and offer:

• Excellent healthcare coverage with no copay for services at our providers

• A wide range of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental well-being

Located in the historic capital city of New York, our organization offers a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient care, housing the region's largest hospital, the only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and the sole children's hospital. The downtown campus also provides opportunities at our affiliated medical college.

We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.