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Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Tanner Medical Center

Emory Healthcare | Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Primary location: Tanner Medical Center, Carrollton, Georgia

Position Summary

Emory Healthcare and Tanner Health System seeks a cardiothoracic surgeon in the Emory division of cardiothoracic surgery based at Tanner Medical Center in Carrollton, Georgia. The surgeon will provide cardiac and general thoracic surgical care to patients in West Georgia and East Alabama as part of the Emory–Tanner cardiothoracic surgery program. The position includes operative care, outpatient evaluation and follow-up, perioperative care, and participation in shared call and coverage arrangements. The surgeon will work closely with Emory and Tanner physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing, anesthesia, and other clinical colleagues.

Clinical Responsibilities

· Evaluate patients referred for cardiac and general thoracic surgery, discuss treatment options, and provide preoperative and postoperative care.

· Perform cardiac and general thoracic procedures within the surgeon’s training, privileges, and the clinical capabilities of Tanner Medical Center.

· Manage surgical patients across the operating room, inpatient units, and outpatient setting, including coordination of postoperative critical care with the appropriate teams

· Participate in call and clinical coverage for the cardiothoracic surgery service under the agreed staffing model.

· Collaborate with cardiologists, pulmonologists, anesthesiologists, critical care clinicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other members of the care team.

· Participate in multidisciplinary discussions, quality and safety activities, and clinical protocols related to cardiothoracic surgical care.

· Maintain timely clinical documentation and support continuity of care with referring physicians and patients.

Faculty Responsibilities

· Participate in teaching and scholarly activities consistent with the faculty appointment and clinical setting, as applicable.

Qualifications

· MD or DO degree, or equivalent medical degree.

· Completion of accredited training in thoracic surgery.

· Board certification or board eligibility in thoracic surgery, subject to Emory and Tanner credentialing requirements.

· Eligibility for a Georgia medical license and medical staff privileges at Tanner Medical Center.

· Clinical experience and technical skills appropriate for cardiac and general thoracic surgery.

· A collaborative approach to patient care and effective communication with patients, colleagues, and referring clinicians.

 

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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