Surgeon Cardiothoracic

Surgeon: Cardiothoracoic

Wright Heart CenterSchenectady NY

The Wright Heart Center at Ellis Hospital is one of only three programs in the Capital Region authorized by the New York State Department of Health to perform cardiac surgery. Ellis Cardiothoracic Surgery is an Ellis Medical Grouppractice of experienced board certified cardiothoracic surgeons.

Our doctors treat heart conditions using advanced surgical procedures as well as minimally invasive techniques that can shorten recovery times and reduce complications.

Cardiac surgery patients receive specialized care inEllisstate-of-the-artIntensive Care Unit featuring the latest telemetry and monitoring technology. Our cardiothoracic surgeons are on call 24 hours a day to deal with complex life-threatening emergencies. We also schedule surgical treatments according to your needs.

Cardiac Surgery Specialties

• Coronary bypass surgery

• Heart valve repair or replacement including minimally invasive procedures

• Minimally invasive artery and vein harvesting

• Arterial bypass grafting

• Aortic surgery

• Off pump surgery

• Thoracic Surgery Specialties

• Thoracoscopic surgery of the chest

• Lung and esophageal resections

• Chest wall surgery

Ellis Surgical Quality Commitment

Ellis has teamed up with MVP and CDPHP to create an innovative program called the EllisSurgical Quality Commitment. A first for the state it promises to deliver the highest quality of surgical care for coronary bypass surgery patients. The goal of the program is to reduce complications and readmissions and lower healthcare costs.

The program involves unprecedented collaboration between a hospital and health insurers to assume the costs associated with hospital readmissions related to coronary bypass surgery.* Patients agree to become active participants in their own care: to learn about their condition follow instructions and monitor their recovery.

Qualifications

• NYS Licensure and DEA required

• Board Certification: Secure certification or eligibility through the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

• Strong commitment to patient-centered care and preventive medicine.

Compensation & Benefits

Ellis Medicine offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including:

• • Base salary:$825443-$1183828

  • The posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and does not include productivity bonuses incentives related to quality and performance extra shift incentives and other forms of cash compensation as applicable to the addition providers typically receive a CME allowance and other benefits offered by their medical group employer. Please note that this salary range is provided in accordance with State law and is subject to variation due to the factors noted above.

• Excellent benefits including health/vision/dental insurancethat starts on DAY ONE!

• Paid malpractice including post-Ellis Medicine employment tail coverage

• CME time & expense allowance

• Paid time away from the practice

• Retirement savings program with employer matching program

• Loan Repayment:Our institution qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

Compensation may vary based on experience training and other factors. Additional incentive opportunities may be available.

About Ellis Medicine

Ellis Medicine is a community-based healthcare system centered around Ellis Hospital a 438-bed teaching hospital serving Schenectady County and the greater Capital Region. The organization offers a broad range of medical services including primary care emergency medicine neuroscience cardiac care cancer treatment surgical services womens health and behavioral health.

Known for its patient-focused culture and commitment to quality outcomes Ellis Medicine provides providers with a collaborative practice environment strong clinical support and opportunities for professional growth while making a meaningful impact on the health of the community.

About Schenectady & New Yorks Capital Region

Located in the heart of New Yorks Capital Region Schenectady County offers an outstanding quality of life with the perfect combination of affordability culture and outdoor recreation. The city features a vibrant downtown district anchored by the historic Proctors Theater locally owned restaurants entertainment venues and the revitalized Mohawk Harbor waterfront development.

The Capital Regionwhich includes Schenectady Albany Troy and Saratoga Springsis one of the Northeasts most desirable areas for healthcare professionals and families. Residents enjoy:

• Affordable housing and cost of living

• Excellent public and private schools

• Diverse and family-friendly communities

• Thriving arts culture and restaurant scene

• Easy access to the Adirondacks Lake George Catskills and Berkshires

• Four-season outdoor recreation including hiking skiing boating and cycling

• Convenient travel to New York City Boston and Montreal

Whether you are seeking professional growth an active lifestyle or a welcoming community to call home Schenectady and the Capital Region offer an exceptional place to live work and practice medicine.

Join Ellis Medicine and become part of a dedicated primary care team committed to improving the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to and will prohibit discrimination on the basis of race creed color religion sex/gender (including pregnancy) age national origin disability (including pregnancy-related conditions) genetic information predisposition or carrier status military or veteran status prior arrest or conviction record marital or familial status sexual orientation transgender status gender identity gender expression reproductive health decisions domestic violence victim status known relationship or association with any member of a protected class and any other characteristic protected by applicable law violates federal state and where applicable local laws reproductive health decisions or source of payment consistent with applicable legislation and to comply with the laws pertaining thereto.