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Akron Children's

Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist

Kent, OH · On-site

Akron Children's PICU has more than 1800 annual admissions, providing care for all medical, cardiothoracic surgery, and other surgical subspecialty and ECMO patients. The Hospital is a level 1 trauma ...

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What is a cardiothoracic intensivist?

A Cardiothoracic Intensivist is a physician specializing in the critical care of patients who have undergone cardiothoracic surgery or have severe heart and lung conditions. They work in intensive care units (ICUs), managing complex cases such as heart transplants, cardiac surgery recovery, or severe respiratory failure. These specialists coordinate care with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Their expertise includes advanced life support, hemodynamic monitoring, and postoperative care for high-risk patients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cardiothoracic intensivist?

To excel as a Cardiothoracic Intensivist, you need board certification in critical care and cardiothoracic medicine, extensive knowledge of complex cardiopulmonary conditions, and advanced training in intensive care procedures. Expertise in using advanced life support systems (such as ECMO and ventilators) and proficiency with electronic health records are crucial. Outstanding teamwork, quick decision-making, and effective communication are vital soft skills for managing high-stress, multidisciplinary environments. These competencies are essential to ensure optimal patient outcomes, manage life-threatening situations, and facilitate seamless collaboration in critical care settings.

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Cardiothoracic intensivists frequently encounter the challenge of managing critically ill patients with complex postoperative complications, such as hemodynamic instability, respiratory failure, or infections. Balancing the need for aggressive intervention with careful monitoring is crucial, as these patients often require rapid adjustments in therapy and close interdisciplinary communication. The role demands quick decision-making, strong collaboration with surgeons and nurses, and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing clinical scenarios. Over time, intensivists develop expertise in advanced hemodynamic monitoring and learn to anticipate potential complications, which is vital for optimizing patient outcomes.

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Clinical Associate Staff Congenital Cardiac Surgeon

CHSS Congenital Heart Surgeons Society Banner Health

Cleveland, OH • On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Perform daily congenital cardiac surgical procedures alongside colleagues.

  • Participate in weekly patient conferences and research meetings related to congenital cardiac surgery.

  • Conduct daily pediatric cardiac intensive care unit rounds and manage bedside patient care.

Job description

Overview

The Cleveland Clinic's renowned Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute is pleased to offer a clinical associate staff surgeon role in pediatric and adult congenital cardiac surgery at a high-volume congenital cardiac surgery program. This program offers an exceptional opportunity for qualified candidates to participate daily in the full spectrum of congenital cardiac surgical care from infancy through adulthood and work alongside a large team of experienced pediatric and adult congenital cardiac surgeons.

Program Highlights
  • High-volume neonatal surgical program
  • Biventricular repair program
  • Pediatric and adult congenital mechanical circulatory support program
  • Pediatric and adult congenital heart transplant program
  • High-volume of complex adult congenital surgical cases
  • Aortic valve repair program
  • Cardiac ECMO program
Work Environment
  • Collegial, high-volume, and innovation-driven culture
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
  • Dedicated pediatric cardiac intensive care unit coverage with 24/7 in-house pediatric cardiac intensivist coverage
  • Exposure to some of the most complex and rewarding congenital cardiac surgical cases
Clinical Responsibilities
  • Daily operating with multiple colleague congenital cardiac surgeons
  • Participation in weekly congenital cardiac surgical patient conferences and congenital cardiac surgery research meetings
  • Daily pediatric cardiac intensive care unit rounds and bedside management
  • Active participation in candidate evaluation and selection for pediatric and adult congenital transplantation
  • Pediatric cardiac ECMO coverage
  • Perioperative care of transplant and mechanical circulatory support patients
  • Teaching as part of the CCF ACGME‑accredited integrated thoracic surgery residency and congenital cardiac surgery fellowship training programs
Eligibility Requirements

Completion of one of the following:

  • Integrated Thoracic Surgery Residency
  • 4+3 Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency
  • Traditional Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship (2 or 3 years)
  • Graduation from a Canadian-accredited Cardiac Surgery Residency

Plus: Prior clinical experience in pediatric and adult congenital cardiac surgery. Must qualify for a full Ohio medical license.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: $115,128/year (100% FTE), aligned with academic clinical associate benchmarks.

Comprehensive Cleveland Clinic benefits package includes:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Retirement and savings plans
  • Professional development resources

This described salary range reflects the anticipated salary range for new physicians hired into full‑time (100% FTE) positions. This range is generally aligned with or below the 50th percentile of nationally recognized compensation benchmarks by specialty. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined in accordance with fair market value, considering factors such as professional experience, clinical expertise, board certification, work history, and FTE. This stated range excludes the value of Cleveland Clinic’s comprehensive benefits package, which includes healthcare, dental, vision, retirement, and other offerings.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment/Affirmative Action Employer – Min/Fem/Disability/Vet. Smoke/drug free environment.

Job Title: Clinical Associate Staff Congenital Cardiac Surgeon

Location: Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute

Date Available: Immediately

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