Job Summary
Job Description
Job Description:
When you join us, you’ll become a part of a nationally recognized health system dedicated to our mission of “helping people live the healthiest lives possible.”As a Cardiothoracic Surgeon, you will be employed with the Intermountain Medical Group and join the Cardiothoracic Surgery team at the Utah Valley Hospital in Provo, Utah; a level II trauma facility.
You will work with a team of experienced professionals and contribute to providing top of the line patient care services with a full range of cardiovascular services including coronary and peripheral interventions, ASD/PFO closure, comprehensive non-invasive cardiovascular lab with ICAEL (and soon ICAVAEL) certification, full EP services, dedicated CHF clinic, and vein ablations. The team consists of 4 Physicians and 5 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).
This position is full time and will help build consultative inpatient service in addition to expand outpatient clinic access. Shifts will vary Monday-Friday with rotating calls, holidays, and weekends. Schedule will be determined amongst the group of providers.
Practice Information:
Provide patient care that meets or exceeds the standard of care for the specialty(s) or subspecialty(s) of practice.
Provide clinical services including diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of conditions requiring medical care.
Provide clinical services in-person or via telehealth, as appropriate.
Consult with other providers as requested and provide referring providers and Intermountain with written reports on results of examinations within a reasonable time following such requests.
Perform patient care duties at the location(s) and according to the schedule determined by the specialty and site of care to meet the availability needs of Intermountain and its staff during site of care hours as established by Intermountain.
Assist the site of care lead physician and Medical Director, in coordination with other Intermountain physicians, in finding coverage by a qualified physician if unable to perform duties when scheduled.
Maintain the volume of care defined by the standards set by the specialty, subspecialty, and site of care.
Engage in effective, professional collaboration with all members of the healthcare team.
Contribute to the development, improvement, and implementation of process and other continuous improvement activities.
Adhere to all professional expectations as set forth in the Intermountain Physician & APP Handbook, your letter of agreement, Intermountain policies and procedures, and medical staff bylaws, rules, regulations and policies of Intermountain facilities where privileged.
Be a role model of Intermountain values and professionalism by creating and nurturing a psychologically safe workplace and cultivate an atmosphere of teamwork and mutual respect among all Intermountain providers, staff and administration, as well as affiliated physicians.
Work to achieve goals that are established in accordance with the process applicable to physicians employed by Intermountain.
As requested, provide input regarding site of care staff and assist with the selection and onboarding of caregivers.
When applicable for the role and specialty or subspecialty, take a share of call, which includes holiday call, in accordance with the standards of the applicable specialty’s or subspecialty’s protocols and processes (“Protocols”) and hospital’s medical staff bylaws, rules, regulations, and policies. This may include more than one type of call (e.g., hospital call and clinic call). Call duties can include the following:
How we'll support you:
We care about your well-being which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package. In addition, we offer paid time off, license reimbursement, malpractice insurance coverage, and an annual CME allowance to support your continuous growth and development. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package.
What you’ll bring:
Cardiovascular surgeon training.
Medical Doctor or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree; or equivalent if education is completed outside the United States
Completion of graduate medical education training program in the specialty(s) or subspecialty(s) of practice. Graduate education must be obtained through an ACGME or AOA accredited institution
ABMS or equivalent AOA Board Certification in the specialty(s) or subspecialty(s) of practice
Active Medical Licensure, or in process of obtaining licensure, is required in the state in which physician will practice
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers • DEA Registration schedules II-V
About us:
Intermountain Health is a model health system by providing extraordinary care and superior service at an affordable cost. We are an integrated not-for-profit system of 33 hospitals, 385 clinics, and a medical group with more than 5,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers across seven states in the mountain west.
Our value statements are core to our culture. They reflect the behavior and attitudes that are important to us, are an agreement for how we treat each other, help us make decisions on how to act, and are a promise of what people can expect from us. Learn more about our Mission, Vision, and Values at: About Intermountain!
What does it mean to be a part of Intermountain Health?
It means joining the Power of We, building an environment where providers and caregivers can deliver the best in healthcare. Realizing each caregiver and volunteer is vital to providing care to our patients, because WE can only achieve the extraordinary together. Committed to the best in research and most advanced technology, the results are better clinical patient outcomes.
Life in Provo, Utah
Provo is the heart of Utah County with the population exceeding over 102K. It is one of the best places to live in the US with abundant seasonal recreation, great schools and a reasonable cost of living. Provo is a beautiful university community built along the slopes of the majestic Wasatch Mountains. It is a bustling community that provides the advantages of a small-town lifestyle along with the amenities offered in more cosmopolitan areas. Exciting outdoor adventures include hiking, backpacking, sightseeing and skiing. Utah Lake, just west of Provo affords excellent water sports, including fishing. As the home of Brigham Young University, and Utah Valley University 5 miles away, Provo offers outstanding college sporting events and several cultural entertainments. It is a short 45-minute drive from Salt Lake City, which hosts a variety of professional sports and cultural events.
Physical Requirements:
Interact with others requiring employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information.
Operate computers, telephones, office equipment, and manipulate paper requiring the ability to move fingers and hands.
See and read computer monitors and documents.
Remain sitting or standing for long periods of time to perform work on a computer, telephone, or other equipment.
Location:
Intermountain Health Utah Valley HospitalWork City:
ProvoWork State:
UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:
40The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$7.25 - $999.99We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado and Montana based caregivers.
Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
All positions subject to close without notice.