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Consultant Cardiac Surgery Jobs (NOW HIRING)

The Cardiac Surgery Intensivist reports to the Chief of Cardiac Surgery. The Intensivist for ... Provide expert consultation for management of acute heart failure, ventricular arrhythmias ...

Cardiac Surgery Fellow

Philadelphia, PA ยท On-site

$49K - $67K/yr

Cardiac Surgery Fellowship Thomas Jefferson University and Jefferson Health is pleased to announce ... Fellow will be available for consultation. * Fellow will be immediately available to respond to all ...

Cardiac Surgery APP Surgical

Albany, NY ยท On-site

$138K - $162K/yr

Participate in the care of patients on inpatient consult services , including those admitted under Surgery, Medicine, Trauma, Pediatrics, and Ob/Gyn who require Cardiac Surgery consultation.

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How much do consultant cardiac surgery jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for consultant cardiac surgery in the United States is $111,130.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,500.00 and $132,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a consultant cardiac surgeon, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Consultant Cardiac Surgeon, you need extensive medical training, board certification in cardiothoracic surgery, and significant surgical experience in complex cardiac procedures. Mastery of advanced surgical tools, cardiac imaging systems, and familiarity with electronic medical records are essential. Leadership, precision, and strong communication skills are crucial for managing multidisciplinary teams and ensuring patient safety. These competencies are vital for delivering optimal surgical outcomes and maintaining high standards of care in life-critical situations.

What does a consultant cardiac surgeon do?

A Consultant Cardiac Surgeon is a highly trained medical doctor who specializes in performing surgeries on the heart and major blood vessels. They lead a surgical team to diagnose and treat a variety of heart conditions, such as coronary artery disease, heart valve problems, and congenital heart defects. In addition to performing complex surgeries like bypasses and valve replacements, they also provide pre- and post-operative care, collaborate with other healthcare professionals, and guide patients through recovery. Their role is crucial in improving patient outcomes and advancing cardiac surgical techniques.

What are some common challenges faced by a consultant cardiac surgeon, and how can they be managed?

Consultant Cardiac Surgeons often encounter challenges such as managing complex and high-risk cases, staying updated with the latest surgical techniques, and balancing clinical duties with administrative responsibilities. Effective communication with multidisciplinary teams, ongoing professional development, and strong leadership skills are essential to manage these demands. Additionally, maintaining patient safety and ensuring optimal outcomes requires meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to evidence-based practice.
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Infographic showing various Consultant Cardiac Surgery job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 4% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 12% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 96% In-person, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,130 per year, or $53.4 per hour.

Advanced Surgical Consultant (Phoenix, AZ) - Johnson & Johnson MedTech - Heart Recovery

6942-ABIOMED Inc. Legal Entity

Danvers, MA โ€ข On-site

$120 - $160/hr

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Posted 3 days ago

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Position Summary

Advanced Surgical Consultant โ€“ Cardiac/Heart Recovery โ€“ Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Responsibilities
  • Train, educate, and support combined CT/Heart Failure programs on the proper use of the Impella.
  • Provide full customer immersion (input on patient selection and subsequent surgical support) within 5.5 sites to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Offer device expertise and support on Impella to assist with adoption of the full portfolio beyond 5.5 commercial launch responsibilities.
  • Assist with surgical implant and unit support readiness, including training and education at existing sites.
  • Collaborate internally with the Surgical Leadership Team, Training Team, Engineering Team, Marketing, Professional Education, Clinical, and R&D.
  • Participate in an onโ€‘call support rotation.
  • Maintain contact with all customers to evaluate clinical and educational needs.
  • Perform device training on the full Impella device lineup.
  • Be a functional expert and provide advanced acumen on durable, acute, and hemodynamic medical device landscape and best practices in the management of those devices.
  • Cultivate close relationships with strategic business partners and key opinion leaders.
Call Points
  • Cardiac Surgeons
  • Heart Failure Cardiologists
  • OR teams
  • Intensivists
  • Perfusionists
  • ICU and Step Down Unit teams
Qualifications
  • Minimum Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree with 5+ years of direct patient care in a cardiac transplant, ECMO, or LVAD center CVICU or direct (at the table) experience.
  • If holding an advanced degree, must have 3+ years of direct patient support in a cardiac transplant, ECMO, or LVAD center CVICU or CVOR.
  • Direct patientโ€‘management experience (not including Abiomed field clinical) in either (a) cardiothoracic ICU caring for postโ€‘operative tMCS (including Impella, CentriMag, and/or ECMO) or durable MCS (HeartMate, HeartWare, and/or Berlin Heart), or (b) direct experience assisting in the CVOR.
  • Confidence, expertise, and familiarity with cardiac surgery and OR protocol.
  • Willingness to travel and availability to take call for emergent patient care.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.
  • Valid driverโ€™s license issued in the United States.
  • Commitment to conduct duties in accordance with all state and federal regulations governing the medical device industry.
  • Under 18โ€‘yearโ€‘old candidates must obtain necessary working papers and parent consent to undergo a background check.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced degree: Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Surgical Physicianโ€™s Assistant (PA), Critical Care Physicianโ€™s Assistant (PA), or Perfusionist licensure.
  • Direct (at the table) experience in cardiac surgery/perfusion with 5+ years preferred.
  • Handsโ€‘on Impella support experience strongly preferred.
  • ECMO patient care experience.
  • Experience delivering clinical demonstrations and successful trainings.
  • Ability to advance the sales process with customers.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to advocate with physicians.
Required Skills
  • Communication
  • Customer centricity
  • Innovation
  • Market expansion
  • Market research
  • Medicines and device development and regulation
  • Proactive behavior
  • Problem solving
  • Product knowledge
  • Sales engineering
  • Solutions selling
  • Strategic sales planning
  • Sustainable procurement
  • Vendor selection
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