Completion of a cardiac anesthesia fellowship or equivalent experience.
Recent experience in cardiac anesthesia in a high-volume CVOR setting.
TEE board eligibility or certification.
Doctorate degree in a relevant field.
Ability to handle high-complexity cardiac and thoracic cases.
Responsibilities
Provide anesthesia services primarily in the CVOR at a specialized center.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team on complex cardiac procedures.
Engage in high-volume cases including heart and liver transplants and valve surgeries.
Participate in teaching and supervision of anesthesiology residents.
Contribute to research initiatives in collaboration with the Outcomes/Research Division.
Benefits
Guaranteed salary with competitive employment package.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Malpractice insurance coverage.
Tax-deferred retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
Paid time off and a generous CME allowance.
Full Job Description
Job Description
The Division of Anesthesiology at Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City is excited to welcome a Cardiothoracic Anesthesiologist to its highly respected Cardiac Anesthesiology section. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic, collaborative team within a thriving department of more than 170 anesthesiologists, intensivists, CRNAs, AAs, residents, and advanced practice providers across the system.
About the position
Full-time CVOR opportunity featuring a high-volume, highly complex cardiothoracic case mix, including heart and liver transplantation, mechanical circulatory support (including LVAD implantation), aortic reconstruction, TAVR, structural heart interventions, CABG, valve procedures, esophageal surgery, and other advanced thoracic and major vascular cases
The successful candidate will practice exclusively within the CVOR at Mid America Heart Institute (MAHI), a specialized freestanding cardiovascular center located within Saint Luke's Hospital
Due to the robust cardiac surgical volume, this position is primarily dedicated to cardiac anesthesia, with only limited assignments outside the CVOR in the Main OR
Mid America Heart Institute is nationally recognized as a leader in cardiovascular care and performs more than 1,600 cardiothoracic, vascular, and hybrid procedures annually, making it one of the premier heart programs in the country
The program performs more than 700 cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) cases annually, with volume projected to exceed 800 CPB cases in 2026, and supports approximately 40 to 50 heart transplants and 30 liver transplants each year, all performed within the cardiovascular operating rooms
Dedicated CVOR home call is separate from Main OR, trauma, and OB call responsibilities; home call coverage includes cardiac surgery, heart and liver transplantation, and all vascular surgery cases
Opportunities for clinical research and academic collaboration are available through MAHI's Outcomes and Research Division for candidates with an interest in scholarly activity
Saint Luke's Hospital is the primary teaching hospital for UMKC School of Medicine and offers academic appointment opportunities through its ACGME-accredited anesthesiology residency program, with senior residents rotating through the CVOR
Saint Luke's has an extremely competitive career employment package that includes a guaranteed salary & excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision insurance, malpractice insurance, tax-deferred retirement plan with employer match, paid time off, and a generous CME allowance
Requirements: Candidates should be in the process of completing or have completed a cardiac anesthesia fellowship; those who have finished training should demonstrate recent cardiac anesthesia experience. All candidates must be TEE board eligible or certified, reflecting readiness for a high-volume CVOR environment
Job Requirements
Applicable Experience: Less than 1 year
Doctorate Degree
Job Details Full Time
Day (United States of America)
About Saint Luke's Health System
Saint Luke's Health System is a non-profit healthcare organization based in Kansas City, Missouri. The organization was founded in 1882 and operates several hospitals and clinics throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area. Saint Luke's Health System offers a wide range of medical services, including primary care, specialty care, and emergency care. The organization is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered care and is recognized for its clinical excellence and innovative approach to healthcare. Saint Luke's Health System is accredited by The Joint Commission and is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network.
