Description

NKC Health is seeking a board certified, fellowship trained Cardiothoracic Surgeon to do general thoracic and cardiac cases. Robotic lung surgery experience is preferred.

Join this physician-led, governance structure guiding the expansion of comprehensive cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgery services at NKC Health, a nontransplant center.

Established cardiac/TAVR program with cardiac anesthesiology and employed cardiology group of 18 (including 4 Interventionalists and 3 Electrophysiologists), plus 14 APRNs. There are 3 PAs, 1 NP, 1 RN and 1 MA dedicated to CT Surgery. 

Newly renovated cardiac cath lab has four rooms, including a state-of-the-art hybrid room. There are three Cardiothoracic surgical suites, with the CVOR adjacent to a dedicated CVICU and PCU one floor below. Practice location is on the hospital campus making surgery, rounds and clinic efficient. PAs take first call. There are 3 Da Vinci Robots and a busy pulmonary service with an Ion robot.

Comprehensive Cardiac Center certification through TJC and Chest Pain Accreditation with 24/7 STEMI coverage. All services are provided at NKC Health, 451-bed, level 2 trauma center with 21,000 admissions and 72,000 emergency room visits annually. Fully integrated EMR is Cerner. Magnet-designation.

We Offer
Competitive guaranteed compensation, with production bonus
Upfront signing bonus
Relocation reimbursement
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
Disability & Life Insurance
Generous retirement contribution with early vesting
CME allowance
Paid time off

The Community
Kansas City Northland residents enjoy an attractive, vibrant and safe suburban setting, great restaurants and shopping, miles of biking paths, excellent schools (private and public) and many amenities within minutes of downtown Kansas City.