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Cardiothoracic Surgery

The University of Virginia Physicians Group, in conjunction with Riverside Medical Group, is currently seeking a full time, talented Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our team at Riverside Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery located at Riverside Medical Center in Newport News, Virginia. Under the leadership of Dr. Art Martella, Riverside Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery, and Dr. Ourania Preventza, Division Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. Successful candidate will be a member of the UVA Cardiothoracic Surgery Division through a new strategic affiliation between UVA and Riverside Health Systems.

For over twenty years, Riverside Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery has committed to providing quality and patient-centered care in all aspects of cardiovascular and thoracic disease close to home. The “Riverside Care Difference” reflects our commitment to quality, safety, and service. We utilize the latest technology and clinical techniques with a personal approach while offering extraordinary care based on fast access to comprehensive expertise and resources.

About Riverside Regional Medical Center:

Riverside Regional Medical Center is a comprehensive medical facility (part of a four hospital system), offering advanced diagnostics, emergency medical treatment with a Level II Trauma Center, advanced cardiac and thoracic treatment options, five cardiac cauterization labs and advanced imaging.

Criteria for the position shall be excellence in the overall mix of cardiothoracic clinical care which includes:

• Coronary artery disease

• Aortic and mitral valve repair/replacement

• Endovascular interventions, aortic surgery

• Lung and esophageal surgical disease management

• Participation in clinical trials

• Honesty, integrity and an eagerness to work

Qualifications:

Education:

• Graduate of Accredited medical school with degree of Doctor of Medicine (MD).

• Completion of an Accredited Residency in Cardiothoracic Surgery.

Licensure:

• Board certification, or eligibility, in cardiothoracic surgery. If newly graduated from residency, certification must be obtained within 2 years of graduation. Board certification must be kept current.

• Unrestricted license to practice within the Commonwealth of Virginia,

• Current DEA certificate without restriction

How to apply:

Please provide a copy of your cover letter, CV and 3 references.

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.