The institution requires specialized cardiothoracic coverage to maintain high-quality patient care standards and comprehensive surgical services.
About the Facility LocationThis area offers diverse outdoor recreation opportunities including hiking and biking at locations such as Saguaro National Park and Kartchner Caverns. Popular destinations feature natural formations like Horseshoe Bend, Cathedral Rock, Oak Creek Canyon, and Camelback Mountain, alongside attractions such as Antelope Canyon and the Grand Canyon Skywalk. The region combines desert landscapes with recreational facilities, providing access to both national parks and local attractions like botanical gardens and architectural sites.
About the Clinician's WorkdayThe cardiothoracic surgeon will provide comprehensive surgical coverage managing complex cardiac procedures including CABG both on and off pump, valve surgeries, TAVR procedures, ECMO management, and emergency interventions for Type A aortic dissections. The clinician will work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams including ICU staff, cardiology, interventional cardiology, anesthesia providers, advanced practice providers, perfusionists, and OR personnel to ensure coordinated patient care. The position requires 24-hour call availability with continuous on-site presence for emergency cases while maintaining board certification in cardiothoracic surgery throughout the assignment period. Daily responsibilities include conducting patient rounds, managing postoperative complications, performing chest explorations for bleeding management, and providing emergency surgical interventions as required by the facility's cardiothoracic surgery service line.
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