Physician - Cardiovascular & Thorocic Surgery - Wendover Medical Center

Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Excellent North Carolina Location

Join a Leading Cardiothoracic Surgery Team in Greensboro, NC!

Triad Cardiothoracic Surgery, a premier practice in Greensboro, NC, is seeking a skilled and motivated Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our high-performing, patient-focused team . If you're passionate about cutting-edge cardiac care and thrive in a collaborative, high-volume environment , this is an exceptional opportunity to make an impact.

We're looking for a surgeon with experience in mitral valve and structural heart surgery, TAVR, TEVAR, and ventricular assist devices -someone ready to take on complex cases and push the boundaries of excellence in patient care.

Why Join Triad Cardiothoracic Surgery?

As part of Cone Health's flagship hospital, Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, you'll be working at a top-tier, hospital-employed practice with a reputation for exceptional outcomes.

Our state-of-the-art facilities include :

• 20 advanced operating rooms , featuring :
• 3 dedicated cardiac ORs
• 1 hybrid OR with full cardiac capabilities
• 1 OR designed for complex thoracic procedures
• A team of five ABTS-certified surgeons leading the way in innovative care
• 500-600 major cardiac procedures annually -and growing, thanks to expanding programs in valve repair / replacement, minimally invasive surgery, TAVR, and LVAD
• Consistently recognized for excellence, with a 3-star STS rating in CABG quality for 10 of the last 12 years
• Dedicated multidisciplinary programs, including :
• Thoracic oncology collaboration with our cancer center
• Vascular surgery expertise for TEVAR and complex hybrid aortic procedures
• A new, state-of-the-art and recently named Steven D. Bell Family Heart & Vascular Center that opens in April 2025 and is part of Cone Health's major investment in the future of heart, vascular and thoracic care .

Your Opportunity to Make an Impact

At Triad Cardiothoracic Surgery, you'll work alongside a team committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care. Whether you're performing leading-edge cardiac procedures or collaborating on multidisciplinary initiatives, you'll have the support, resources, and team culture to thrive.

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a dynamic, growing cardiothoracic surgery program? We'd love to hear from you!

Qualifications :

BC / BE Cardiothoracic Surgeon (must be BC if out of training more than 5 years), will have an unrestricted NC medical license and DEA, obtain medical staff privileges and credentialing, and other employment requirements. The ideal candidate will perform both cardiac and / or thoracic procedures, combine solid training and experience with an excellent bedside manner, and be committed to providing patient-focused care.

World Class Care :

Cone Health is a not-for-profit five-hospital system with 1100+ beds. We achieve top decile performance and quality through our Physician Engagement .

A Place to Call Home :

Greensboro, NC (GSO) is centrally located in what's known as the Piedmont Triad of North Carolina and includes more than 320,000 people with a referral base of more than 600,000 people. Greensboro is one of the best placed to live and play in NC... where you can get to know your neighbors and feel at home. Greensboro offers outstanding schools, wonderful cultural events, great sports, golf, eclectic dining, and more. The 4-season climate will inspire you to enjoy local hiking trails, park, lakes, and just being outdoors year-round! For great travel, we have 3 airports (2 have international flights) that service our areas and for weekend getaways, it is an easy drive to the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Carolina coast.

For more community information, please visit : Greensboro / Greensboro Life / Greensboro Professionals

For more information, please contact :

Rebekah Driggers, MBA, CPRP

Director, Cone Health Physician Recruitment

rebekah.driggers@conehealth.com

Education / Training : Utilizes literature and attends regional and national meetings to remain current and professionally competent. Participates inpatient, staff, and professional education programs. Participates in educational and research programs including didactic material , formal teaching conferences, clinical teaching, staff education conferences, and clinical research.

Liaison : Participates in liaison duties with the other professional staff, and in development of patient referral sources. Keeps referring physicians informed of care and outcomes.

Patient Care; Provides direct and indirect patient care to the assigned areas. Provides medical supervision of the interdisciplinary team and supervises residents and medical students in all aspects of their assigned duties. Participates in clinical research projects of interest. Provides accurate and timely documentation and sign off of care to establish up-to-date medical records for billing purposes.

Professional Standards : Models and upholds the professional standards of MCHS including the Medical Staff By-Laws, Service Excellence commitments, practice standards, physician expectations and professional image standards. Acts in concert with MCHS Mission, Visio, and Values. Demonstrates collegial and respectful relationships with colleagues, patients, associates, family, and visitors. Upholds Socratic Oath, honors patient confidentiality, and acts with integrity at all times. Works in alignment and contributes towards achieving the goals and standards of MCHS.

Quality and Safety : Participates, as needed, in medical audits, quality improvement programs, investigations, peer review, and other inquiries relating to the standards of professional care. Provides medical supervision and leadership to the interdisciplinary team to achieve the maximum benefit for each patient. Ensures safe practice standards and regulatory compliance.

Quality Improvement : Engages in continuous improvements and use of evidence based practices working towards preeminent healthcare and service (with outcomes moving into the 90th percentile or above). Maintain records in accordance with the policies of MCHS, applicable laws and regulations. participates in development of clinical guidelines, procedures, programs, and makes recommendations to improve quality and efficiency of care. Shares specifically designated on-call responsibilities with other physician members of the assigned areas.

EDUCATION :

Required : Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from a Medical School recognized by the North Carolina Medical Board. Also medical degrees from other countries that are equivalent to the United States MD or DO degrees from a Medical School recognized by the North Carolina Medical Board.

EXPERIENCE :

Required : Completed appropriate residency training (and fellowship training as required).

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION / REGISTRY / LISTING :

REQUIRED

Required : Practitioner must have completed the number of years in a residency program approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education and met all other requirements for eligibility to receive board certification recognized by either the American Board of Medical Specialties or the American Osteopathic Association in the primary medical specialty (or subspecialty) for which the Practitioner is applying for Clinical Privileges. If five (5) or more years have elapsed since the Practitioner completed such residency program, the Practitioner currently must have board-certification recognized by either the American Board of Medical Specialties or the American Osteopathic Association in such specialty (or subspecialty).

Fully licensed to practice Medicine in the state of NC.

Meets requirements of the Moses Cone Health System Medical Staff by-laws and obtains the appropriate level of medical staff privileges.

The Practitioner must have a current, and valid DEA registration number, with no involuntary limitations on prescriptive authority (schedule limitations) resulting from DEA disciplinary actions.

Each Practitioner shall maintain in force professional liability insurance as determined by the Moses Cone Health System Medical Executive Committee and Board of Trustees; currently $1 million each incident and each occurrence, and $3 million aggregate. The Practitioner must provide proof of professional liability insurance coverage, with a current certificate of insurance or a current copy of the policy. The professional liability insurance coverage shall be with a company approved by the North Carolina Insurance Commission and otherwise satisfactory to the Board of Trustees.

PREFERRED

Equal Opportunity Employer At Cone Health, we strive to create a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates a diverse and unique workforce. We believe in offering equal opportunities for employment to all applicants and employees, regardless of their race, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, ethnicity, national origin, disability, color, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring and employment choices are based on each individual's qualifications, skills and performance. We believe that by embracing the diversity of our team, we can better serve our patients, communities and each other.