Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician

Director of Heart Transplantation opening in CT - Located in Hartford, CT - Full-time, permanent position Facility has an opportunity for a E Cardiac Surgeon to be the Director of Heart Transplantation and Mechanical Assist Devices. The candidate will join a busy team of collegial and highly trained staff in Hartford, Connecticut. Experience in Heart Transplantation is required.Facility has achieved a perfect three-star rating from the Society for Thoracic Surgeons, recognizing the best clinical outcomes in cardiac care, including: - Aortic valve replacement - Coronary artery bypass grafting - Mitral valve replacement and repair - Combined mitral valve replacement/repair and coronary artery bypass grafting - Combined aortic valve replacement/repair and coronary artery bypass graftingPosition Highlights: - Heart Failure Program: Well-established with services including transplant, VADs, and ECMO. - Valve Surgery Program: Strong, high-volume program offering aortic replacement, TAVR, mitral repair and replacement, and minimally invasive mitral and aortic surgery. - State-of-the-Art Facilities: 40 operating rooms (4 dedicated to cardiac surgery), 2 hybrid rooms, 5 robotic systems, 1 Mazor Robo room (Neuro), and 15 minimally invasive ORs. - High Case Volume: More than 1,500 open heart cases annually. - Dedicated Referrals: From six affiliated hospitals throughout Connecticut. - Academic and Research Opportunities: Robust opportunities for academic involvement and research, with close affiliation with the University of Connecticut. - Exceptional Critical Care: Dedicated cardiac intensivists and advanced practitioners. - Education and Simulation: Nationally recognized 45,000 sq. ft. Center for Education, Simulation, and Innovation (CESI). - Professional Development: Support through the Provider Leadership Development Institute and the Office of Provider Wellness.Location:Connecticut is ideally located within two hours of Boston and New York City, offering access to top-tier schools, diverse recreational activities through four seasons, New England beaches, ski resorts, and a range of living options from coastal areas to suburban and urban settings.