Nationally recognized leader in Cardiovascular care, Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants offers an opportunity for an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon to provide advanced cardiac surgical care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of highly regarded cardiologists, interventional cardiologists, structural heart specialists, and cardiothoracic surgeons.

Enjoy the opportunity to practice within a well-established, community-based cardiovascular program with a strong referral base, established surgical team, and continued growth in cardiac and Structural Heart services.

Opportunity Highlights

• Established cardiac surgery program with a strong regional referral base.
• Adult cardiac surgery including CABG, aortic and mitral valve repair and replacement, and other cardiac surgical procedures.
• Strong emphasis on valve surgery, with collaboration across the multidisciplinary Structural Heart Team.
• Close collaboration with the Structural Heart program, including TAVR evaluation and surgical support.
• Opportunity to participate in select thoracic procedures.
• Collaborative cardiovascular team environment working alongside cardiologists, interventional cardiologists, structural interventional cardiologists, electrophysiologists, advanced practice providers, and experienced cardiothoracic surgeons.

Position Highlights

• Join an experienced and collegial cardiothoracic surgery team with the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of the program.
• Strong commitment to patient-centered, community-based care with a collaborative multidisciplinary approach.
• Modern surgical facilities with experienced cardiovascular surgical support.
• Opportunity to develop a rewarding practice while maintaining a strong focus on work-life balance.
  
  

Requirements:

• Unrestricted Illinois medical license and DEA (prior to start), BE/BC in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
  
• Experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon with a strong background in adult cardiac surgery.
• Demonstrated experience in aortic and mitral valve repair and replacement.
• Experience with CABG and other adult cardiac surgical procedures.
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Interest in contributing to the continued growth of cardiac and Structural Heart services.
• Visa status: H1B supported; J1 ineligible.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• 2-year salary guarantee followed by productivity-based compensation model and ability to out earn.
• Generous vacation schedule that aligns with incoming practice experience.
• Comprehensive benefit package including CME funding.
• Annual quality-based incentive.
• Sign-on bonus.
• Housing and Relocation Assistance.
• Up to $150K in student loan reimbursement.
  
  

Why Prairie Cardiovascular?

• For over 40 years, we've led the way in cardiovascular medicine—blending cutting-edge research, advanced treatments, and compassionate care.
  
• National Reputation: Known for innovation and excellence in heart care.
  
• Collaborative Culture: Work with 80+ cardiologists and surgeons.
  
• Advanced Resources: Access to state-of-the-art technology and a strong research arm via Prairie Education and Research Cooperative.
  
• Wide Reach: Serve over 40 communities across central and southern Illinois.
  
• Comprehensive Care: Part of the HSHS integrated healthcare delivery system with a full complement of cardiovascular and specialty services.