<p>A rare dual-mandate opportunity in Savannah, Georgia — one of the Southeast's most livable coastal cities — for a board-certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon ready to step into the Medical Director role of an established, high-performing CT Surgery program. This position blends a full clinical practice across the complete spectrum of adult cardiac and thoracic surgery with meaningful administrative and strategic leadership, supported by a mature multidisciplinary Heart & Vascular team and state-of-the-art hybrid OR infrastructure. Immediate surgical volume, a strong regional referral network, and dedicated CVOR support mean you walk in with a functioning program — and the authority to take it further.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive base compensation supplemented by a leadership stipend and productivity incentives</li> <li>Sign-on bonus provided</li> <li>Relocation assistance provided</li> <li>Paid professional liability (malpractice) coverage with tail included</li> <li>CME allowance plus paid CME days</li> <li>401(k) retirement plan with employer match</li> <li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits</li> <li>Generous PTO and executive-level physician benefits package</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Medical Director of an established, high-performing Cardiothoracic Surgery program — clinical and administrative authority combined</li> <li>Full spectrum of adult cardiac surgery: CABG, valve repair and replacement, and thoracic procedures</li> <li>Access to state-of-the-art hybrid ORs with advanced cardiovascular imaging and surgical technology</li> <li>Dedicated CVOR support staff and immediate surgical volume from day one</li> <li>Strong, active regional referral network feeding consistent case volume</li> <li>Integrated multidisciplinary Heart & Vascular team including Interventional Cardiology, Electrophysiology, Vascular Surgery, Cardiac Anesthesia, Critical Care, and Advanced Practice Providers</li> <li>Leadership scope includes quality initiatives, physician engagement, strategic program growth, and service line development</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery required</li> <li>Eligible for Georgia medical licensure</li> <li>Expertise in adult cardiac surgery including CABG and valve procedures</li> <li>Demonstrated cardiovascular program leadership experience preferred</li> <li>Strong communication skills with a track record of multidisciplinary collaboration and physician engagement</li> <li>Commitment to quality outcomes and data-driven program development</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Savannah is one of the Southeast's premier historic coastal cities — a place where antebellum architecture, a nationally recognized culinary and arts scene, and genuine waterfront living coexist with an affordable cost of living that is rare for a city of its character. Tybee Island beaches, boating, fishing, kayaking, golf, and cycling are minutes from your front door, and a mild year-round climate keeps outdoor recreation accessible in every season. Excellent public and private schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and a Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport with convenient domestic connections make this an equally strong fit for physicians relocating with a family or arriving solo.</p>