Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery

DIVISION CHIEF CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY Tucson, AZ Position Highlights: True program-building opportunity: Shape a premier adult cardiac surgery program rather than simply maintain an inherited service line. Highest strategic priority: The search is considered a top clinical and strategic priority for Tucson and the broader Banner Health system. Market opportunity: Direct catchment area of approximately 1.3 million with limited local competition for complex cardiac surgery. Build specialized programs in complex aortic surgery, robotic cardiac surgery, and other advanced cardiovascular services. ACGME-approved CT fellowship, College of Medicine appointment, mentoring opportunities, and research collaborations. Endowed chair opportunity to hold the Jack Copeland Endowed Chair in Cardiothoracic Surgery. Compensation & Benefits: Compensation: dependent on experience and qualifications. Relocation assistance: $48,000. CME allowance: $5,000 annually. Time away: 22 vacation days, 12 sick days, 10 paid holidays, paid parental leave, and CME time as applicable under University/Banner policies. Retirement plan options are available through the faculty benefits package. Insurance: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, disability, and other faculty benefits are available. Malpractice: Covered in accordance with institutional faculty practice policies. Qualifications: US board certification in cardiothoracic surgery is required; Royal College of Surgeons board certification may be considered with medical staff approval. Demonstrated excellence in adult cardiac surgery; interest or experience in complex aortic surgery, robotics, and/or congenital heart disease is desirable. Academic credentials sufficient to support faculty appointment within the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Clinical educator profile acceptable; robust research funding is welcomed but not required. Entrepreneurial mindset and comfort leading growth, change management, and service line expansion. About the Community Immediate access to hiking, cycling, trail running, golf, scenic drives and more High quality life without the cost and congestion of many major cities Vibrant food scene Variety of schools for all families, public, charter, magnet, private, faith-based options as well as higher education. Job Reference #: [CTS 26758]