Posted 23 July, 2026
Cardiac Surgeon
Albany Med Health System
Cohoes, NY, US
Full Time
Job Description
Job Description
Albany Medical College is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible
Adult Cardiac Surgeon
to join its growing academic cardiac surgery program. This is an opportunity to be part of a well-established, collaborative team within a health system that supports clinical excellence, education, and program growth. The ideal candidate will have experience across the full spectrum of adult cardiac surgery, including coronary revascularization, valvular disease, aortic pathology, and complex cardiac surgical care. The successful applicant will play an active role in advancing the Cardiac Surgery program while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. This position includes an academic appointment at Albany Medical College, with rank commensurate with experience, and offers meaningful involvement in teaching, quality initiatives, and clinical collaboration. Practice Highlights: Established and expanding cardiac surgery referral base
Strong cardiology and cardiac anesthesia support
Broad mix of elective and acute cardiac surgery cases
Comprehensive adult cardiac surgery services, including: Coronary artery bypass grafting
Valve repair and replacement
Aortic surgery
Transcatheter aortic valve replacements (TAVRs)
Opportunities to participate in program development, quality improvement, and clinical research
State-of-the-art operating rooms and perioperative technology
Modern surgical suite and system-wide EMR
Teaching opportunities with residents, medical students, and advanced practice providers
Qualifications: MD/DO or related degree with board certification or eligibility in Adult Cardiac Surgery
At least 2 years of clinical experience post fellowship training
Clinically oriented with research experience and teaching abilities to be eligible for an academic appointment as Assistant or Associate Professor.
Leadership qualities and assets are highly valued.
Strong communication skills, with a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
Demonstrated experience in adult cardiac surgical procedures
Ability to provide a current operative case log
Ability to teach, mentor, and collaborate with medical students, medical residents, surgery fellows, and other healthcare providers.
Eligible for academic appointment and medical licensure in the state of New York.
We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including: Competitive base salary range $458,000 - $635,000 depending on academic rank with additional incentive pay after completing first year of employment
Robust sign-on bonus to welcome you to the team
Relocation assistance to help make your move seamless
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
Albany Med retirement plan plus a 403(b)
Annual CME allowance and dedicated CME time
Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
Employee wellness programs and mental health support
Albany Medical Center
is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York's Capital Region and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees. Albany Medical Center
offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer
outstanding employee benefits
including: Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing
Anchored in the state's historic capital city, Albany Medical Center offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the region's largest hospital, only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and only children's hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College. Albany Medical Center , along with
Columbia Memorial Health ,
Glens Falls Hospital ,
Saratoga Hospital , and the
Visiting Nurses , form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties. Learn more about what the Capital Region has to offer here! Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to: Physician Recruitment [email protected] Albany Medical College
is an
Equal Opportunity Employer
and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.
Adult Cardiac Surgeon
to join its growing academic cardiac surgery program. This is an opportunity to be part of a well-established, collaborative team within a health system that supports clinical excellence, education, and program growth. The ideal candidate will have experience across the full spectrum of adult cardiac surgery, including coronary revascularization, valvular disease, aortic pathology, and complex cardiac surgical care. The successful applicant will play an active role in advancing the Cardiac Surgery program while delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. This position includes an academic appointment at Albany Medical College, with rank commensurate with experience, and offers meaningful involvement in teaching, quality initiatives, and clinical collaboration. Practice Highlights: Established and expanding cardiac surgery referral base
Strong cardiology and cardiac anesthesia support
Broad mix of elective and acute cardiac surgery cases
Comprehensive adult cardiac surgery services, including: Coronary artery bypass grafting
Valve repair and replacement
Aortic surgery
Transcatheter aortic valve replacements (TAVRs)
Opportunities to participate in program development, quality improvement, and clinical research
State-of-the-art operating rooms and perioperative technology
Modern surgical suite and system-wide EMR
Teaching opportunities with residents, medical students, and advanced practice providers
Qualifications: MD/DO or related degree with board certification or eligibility in Adult Cardiac Surgery
At least 2 years of clinical experience post fellowship training
Clinically oriented with research experience and teaching abilities to be eligible for an academic appointment as Assistant or Associate Professor.
Leadership qualities and assets are highly valued.
Strong communication skills, with a collaborative and multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
Demonstrated experience in adult cardiac surgical procedures
Ability to provide a current operative case log
Ability to teach, mentor, and collaborate with medical students, medical residents, surgery fellows, and other healthcare providers.
Eligible for academic appointment and medical licensure in the state of New York.
We offer a highly competitive benefits package, including: Competitive base salary range $458,000 - $635,000 depending on academic rank with additional incentive pay after completing first year of employment
Robust sign-on bonus to welcome you to the team
Relocation assistance to help make your move seamless
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
Albany Med retirement plan plus a 403(b)
Annual CME allowance and dedicated CME time
Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
Employee wellness programs and mental health support
Albany Medical Center
is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York's Capital Region and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees. Albany Medical Center
offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer
outstanding employee benefits
including: Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing
Anchored in the state's historic capital city, Albany Medical Center offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the region's largest hospital, only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and only children's hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College. Albany Medical Center , along with
Columbia Memorial Health ,
Glens Falls Hospital ,
Saratoga Hospital , and the
Visiting Nurses , form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties. Learn more about what the Capital Region has to offer here! Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to: Physician Recruitment [email protected] Albany Medical College
is an
Equal Opportunity Employer
and encourages applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.
