About this opportunity
Ascension lists this Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician opportunity in carmel, Indiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Your future role at a glance
nLocation: Indianapolis, Indiana
nFacility Name: Ascension St. Vincent
nSchedule:Full-Time
nProductivity incentives: RVU / Quality
nCME allowance + 5 dedicated CME days
nMalpractice coverage with tail
nThis job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.
nHow you'll make an impact in this role
nThe Ascension St. Vincent Heart Failure Program, the largest Transplant & VAD program in the state is seeking an experienced Surgical Director of VAD & Transplant to lead and grow our advanced heart failure surgical services.
nOur program is a recognized Center of Excellence and is certified by The Joint Commission. As a quaternary medical center, Ascension Indianapolis Hospital is a destination cardiac program with a focused commitment to advanced heart failure therapies and regional referral excellence.
nnnLargest Transplant & VAD program in Indiana
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nnAccredited Center of Excellence
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nnJoint Commission certified
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nn30+ cardiac transplants annually
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nn60+ short- and long-term mechanical circulatory assist devices implanted annually
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nnActive cardiac surgery research program, including DCD donor trials utilizing the TransMedics Organ Care SystemJoin a team of 6 cardiac surgeons, including 2 transplant surgeons
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nnEvenly distributed call schedule: 1:3 transplant call/1:7 primary surgical call
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nnPerform and oversee: Durable and temporary VAD implantation, Heart transplantation (including protocols), Advanced mechanical circulatory support, Complex cardiac surgical procedures
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nnLeadership & Strategy: Provide strategic vision and operational oversight for VAD & Transplant services, Advance growth in mechanical circulatory support and transplant volumes, Maintain superior clinical outcomes and regulatory excellence, Strengthen multidisciplinary collaboration with Heart Failure cardiology, intensivists, and the Heart Center, Expand regional referral relationships across St. Vincent’s hospitals
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nnResearch & Innovation: Lead and participate in transplant and MCS clinical trials, Expand DCD donor utilization, Drive innovation in advanced heart failure therapies
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nnOur Vision: As a Quaternary Medical Center, Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital is committed to building a true destination cardiac program centered on advanced heart failure excellence. Through close collaboration across cardiac sub-specialties and the Heart Center, we deliver exceptional outcomes across the full cardiovascular spectrum. By leveraging our strengths in mechanical circulatory support, complex surgical interventions, and transplant readiness, we provide a seamless continuum of care serving as the regional referral hub for patients with advanced cardiac disease while driving growth of the overall cardiovascular service line.
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nnQualifications: Board-certified CardioThoracic Surgeon, Demonstrated expertise in: Ventricular Assist Device implantation and management, Heart transplantation, Advanced mechanical circulatory support systems, Leadership experience in program development or medical directorship preferred, Commitment to quality, research, and team-based care
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nnEmployed position within a nonprofit health system
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nnFellowship training Thoracic Surgery
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nnEligible for Indiana state medical licensure and DEA registration
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n nAbout the Facility
nnn840 bed hospital
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nnLevel one trauma center
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nnServing a population of approximately one million
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nnIntegrated referral network
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nnPart of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
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n nWhy Physicians Choose Ascension
nnnPhysician-led, collaborative culture
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nnLong-term practice stability
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nnNational network with local autonomy
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nnMission-centered care rooted in service
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n nWhat minimum requirements you'll need
nLicensure / Certification / Registration:
nnnPhysician MD/DO credentialed from the Indiana Medical Licensing Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
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nnAdvanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
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n nEducation:
nnDoctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
n n#LI-DC1
nBenefits that help you thrive
nnnComprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
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nnFinancial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
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nnTime to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
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nnCareer growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
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nnEmotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
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nnFamily support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
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nnOther benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
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n nLife at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
nAscension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
nEqual employment opportunity employer
nAscension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) ( poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) ( poster.
nFraud prevention notice
nProspective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process, our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
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Worksite address
carmel, IN, 46033, US
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