Lee Health is actively looking for an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join the Lee Health Heart Institute in a hybrid clinical/leadership capacity. This exciting opportunity is pivotal in helping us to grow, explore new technology, bridge service lines and remain current in evidenced based medicine. As a clinical member of an established 3-physician practice, this 4th physician will provide additional clinical expertise and surgical talent to our team.
The right candidate will be Fellowship Trained in Cardiothoracic Surgery and Board Certified. This physician should also have, or be able to obtain, a clear and active license to practice medicine in the State of Florida as well as a DEA.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate adult cardiothoracic surgical clinical activities within LHHI.
- Conduct quality assessment and improvement activities, including internal and external data reporting.
- Oversee operational efficiency and improvement efforts.
- Engage in clinical trials and research initiatives within LHHI.
- Drive educational initiatives within LHHI.
Major Duties & Responsibilities:
The Chief is responsible for oversight of the clinical, quality, operational, academic, and educational functions of the division. The Chief will work closely with the Chief Physician Executive of the LHHI, physicians including the surgeons and cardiologists (both employed and private) throughout Lee Health Heart Institute, and staff to deliver coordinated multidisciplinary care to their patients. The Chief will work with physicians and Advanced Practice Practitioners (APPs) to develop and standardize TEAM based models to maximize surgical volume growth, new patient access, clinical productivity, and operating room efficiency with the underlying goal of optimizing the experience for patients and teammates.
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