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Posted 20 July, 2026

Cardiovascular Disease - Interventional, Cardiothoracic Surgeon | Leadership Role | Dayton, Ohio

Kettering Health
Dayton, OH, US Full Time

Job Description

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Kettering Health seeks a mid-career level cardiothoracic surgeon, interested in leadership, to join our team in Dayton, Ohio. The ideal candidate will have at least 8-10 years of experience. Prior leadership experience is preferred.

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Kettering Healths cardiothoracic surgery group is a leading practice in Dayton, Ohio. Our program conducts approximately 600 open heart surgeries and 180 thoracic cases annually. Our group focuses on cardiac and thoracic surgery. We also offer specialized programs, including TAVR, MitraClip for structural heart procedures, and ECMO. Anticipating LVAD/mechanical assist device program launching in 2027.

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Job Requirements:

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  • 6-year integrated Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency or General Surgery residency followed by a 23-year cardiothoracic surgery residency
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  • Board Certification in Cardiac Surgery
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  • U.S. Residency and/or Fellowship Required
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  • H1B visa sponsorship available (No J1 visa sponsorship available)
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  • Driven, collegial, and ambitious
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  • Possess outstanding communication and leadership skills
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Description:

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  • Primary location: Kettering Health Main Campus, Flagship Hospital
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  • Hospital employed position
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  • Leadership responsibilities
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  • Da Vinci Xi robot and Ion robot
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  • APP support in clinic, surgery, and rounding
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  • OR/Clinic
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    • OR 3-4 days; Clinic 1 day
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    • Clinic is located at hospital
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  • Critical Care support 24/7
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  • EMR: EPIC
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Benefits:

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  • PTO
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  • 403b non-profit - Qualifier for PSLF
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  • Relocation assistance, if applicable
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  • Employer paid malpractice insurance
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  • Retirement with matching
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  • Generous CME allowance with funding (10 days when double boarded)
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  • Comprehensive benefits package
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Community:

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  • Our culturally diverse community is conveniently located in the suburban Dayton, and within 1-2 hours of other metropolitan areas of Cincinnati, Columbus, and Indianapolis. There are also excellent educational schools and institutions in the region.
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  • Sports - major & minor league baseball, professional football, soccer, and hockey
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  • Museums, symphonies, multiple theaters, and zoos
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  • Housing in friendly neighborhoods. Apartments within walking distance to major shopping opportunities
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  • Numerous dining options
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