Cardiothoracic Surgeon

CARDIOTHORACIC SURGEON CARDIAC FOCUS
Valley View Hospital Glenwood Springs Colorado

Practice exceptional cardiac surgery in a proudly independent community-based health systemwhere physicians actively shape care delivery program growth and clinical strategy.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Valley View Hospital is seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgeon with a cardiac focus to join our expanding Heart & Vascular program. This position offers a rare opportunity to deliver advanced patient-centered cardiac care within an independent health system that prioritizes physician partnership clinical excellence and long-term program development.

The incoming surgeon will join a collaborative cardiovascular team committed to providing sophisticated cardiac care close to home for patients across Colorados Western Slope. The role offers meaningful opportunity to contribute to program growth clinical innovation and the continued development of a high-quality regional cardiac surgery service.

WHY VALLEY VIEW

• Proudly independent locally governed hospital
• Physician-engaged leadership and shared decision-making
• Established and collaborative Heart & Vascular team
• Competitive compensation with productivity and quality incentives
• Sustainable call structure designed for long-term program stability
• Opportunity to help shape the next phase of cardiovascular program growth

HEART & VASCULAR PROGRAM

Valley Views Heart & Vascular program is built on strong multidisciplinary collaboration. The team includes interventional and non-invasive cardiology vascular surgery cardiac anesthesia critical care hospital medicine and highly experienced cardiovascular nursing and technologist teams.

Our focus is delivering high-quality evidence-based cardiovascular care while ensuring patients across the Western Slope can access advanced services within their community.

LIFE IN GLENWOOD SPRINGS

Nestled between Aspen and Vail Glenwood Springs offers an exceptional quality of life with true four-season mountain living. Residents enjoy world-class skiing hiking biking fishing rafting and the iconic Glenwood Canyon along with renowned hot springs excellent schools and a welcoming community.

Here you can build a rewarding surgical practice while living in one of Colorados most beautiful mountain towns.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Board Certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Primary clinical focus in adult cardiac surgery
• Eligible for Colorado medical licensure
• Interest in community-based practice and program development

The ideal candidate will bring the experience clinical judgment and collaborative mindset needed to integrate smoothly into an active cardiothoracic surgery program contribute across the full scope of services and play a meaningful role in stewarding the continued growth and excellence of Valley Views Heart & Vascular program.

BENEFITS

• Medical Dental and Vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents
• Employer paid basic life coverage with buy-up coverage options
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health care and dependent care.
• Time away from work: paid time off (PTO) paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI) Paid Sick/Bereavement Leave under Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA) leaves of absence.
• Tuition Assistance Available
• Retirement Plan 401(a)
• Retirement Plan 403(b) plans with employer matching contributions.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount on Valley View Medical Services
• Employee voluntary benefits such as Discounted RFTA bus passes discounted gym memberships Corporate Ski passes free car seat for new Valley View babies born or adopted by Valley View employee(s)
• Free Use of Sunlight and Aspen SkiCo day passes based on availability.

Loan Repayment:

Valley View is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!

APPLICATION SUBMISSION END DATE

This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.

Required Experience:

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