Surgery - Thoracic Physician

Physicians Regional Healthcare System is seeking an experienced, Board-Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join an established, top-tier surgical team at Physicians Regional Pine Ridge Hospital in beautiful Naples, Florida.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an established surgeon to help build, shape, and lead a growing cardiovascular and thoracic program. You will join an integrated team of 4 CT surgeons and 3 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) servicing a high-demand, affluent Southwest Florida community.

Practice & Clinical Scope

• Comprehensive Clinical Practice: Broad cardiothoracic scope covering adult cardiac surgery, thoracic surgery, structural heart procedures (TAVR, MitraClip, Watchman), and complex aortic surgery.
• Annual Volumes: 237 Cardiac cases and 31 Thoracic cases per year.
• Call Coverage: 1:3 combined CT call (includes weekend coverage).
• Robotic & Advanced Technology: Access to 3 Da Vinci surgical robots with dedicated robotic block time for thoracic procedures, as well as VATS equipment, Hybrid Suite technology, and an active ECMO program.
• Convenience: Outpatient clinic is conveniently located directly on the Pine Ridge Hospital campus.

Key Highlights & Program Features

• STS 3-Star Program: Join an established, highly regarded heart surgery program holding a top 3-out-of-3 star quality rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS).
• High-Growth Opportunity: Help expand our local clinical footprint and introduce advanced surgical procedures to meet the demands of a rapidly growing population.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work in close partnership with a strong cardiology group (including 9 employed cardiologists and 7 interventional cardiologists), enjoying seamless co-management and joint decision-making particularly within the active Structural Heart Program.
• Comprehensive Mid-Level Support: Benefit from dedicated APP support for inpatient care, clinic, and surgical workflows.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary: Highly negotiable, commensurate with experience and skill set.
• Financial Incentives: Sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and quality incentives available.
• Benefits Package: Comprehensive medical benefits, CME allowance, loan repayment options, and employer-provided malpractice insurance.

Physicians Regional Healthcare System - Pine Ridge, a 177-bed hospital, is one of two hospital campuses serving the Naples area as part of Physicians Regional Healthcare System. The Pine Ridge campus provides inpatient and outpatient care and complements services offered at the Collier Boulevard campus, expanding access to coordinated healthcare services across Southwest Florida.

Naples offers a distinctive lifestyle with sun-drenched beaches, cultural attractions, family-friendly activities, and proximity to natural destinations, such as the Everglades. The community combines upscale amenities with a welcoming atmosphere and strong quality of life.