Main Line Health's
Lankenau Heart Institute (LHI) , located in the western suburbs of Philadelphia, is seeking a
Cardiovascular ICU Physician
to join our expanding cardiac surgery and critical care team. This position supports a high-volume, nationally recognized cardiothoracic surgical program and provides care in our
16-bed Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU) , offering advanced care for the full spectrum of adult cardiac surgery patients. Our CTICU manages patients undergoing complex and minimally invasive valve repair, coronary bypass, aortic surgery, robotic cardiac surgery, and transcatheter interventions, in addition to supporting an active
mechanical circulatory support program (ECMO and VAD). Summary of Responsibilities: Clinical Care Provide high-acuity care for post-operative cardiothoracic surgery patients in a multidisciplinary ICU setting.
Demonstrate excellent clinical judgment in managing complex cardiac surgical cases.
Provide
24/7 coverage
within a collaborative team of surgeons, PAs, NPs, and critical care nurses.
Manage patients requiring advanced mechanical circulatory support ( ECMO, VAD ).
Collaboration & Communication Work closely with operating cardiac surgeons to ensure continuity of care and optimal outcomes.
Foster effective teamwork and communication across the surgical and critical care teams.
Education & Training Participate in teaching, training, and educational activities for students, residents, fellows, and advanced practice providers.
Qualifications: Board Certified/Eligible in
Critical Care .
Active Pennsylvania medical license or eligibility.
Strong clinical background in
cardiothoracic critical care .
Commitment to education, teamwork, and patient-centered care.
Program Highlights: LHI's cardiac surgery program is a
high-volume, quaternary referral center
renowned for innovation and excellence in cardiothoracic care.
Extensive minimally invasive surgical program, including
robotic CABG, mini-MV, and mini-SAVR .
Expertise in catheter-based procedures such as
TAVR, TMVR, and TEVAR .
National leaders in
international clinical trials
featuring novel surgical and transcatheter technologies.
Over
90% of isolated valve procedures
performed minimally invasively.
Approximately
50% of CABG procedures
performed robotically or via hybrid techniques.
Active site for numerous
transcatheter and open surgical investigational trials .
Benefits and Compensation: Highly competitive compensation package, including base salary and performance incentives. Comprehensive benefits: generous vacation, CME allowance, robust retirement plan with pension, and top-tier health and wellness options. Ideal Location: Located minutes from Philadelphia, enjoy world-class dining, arts, and entertainment alongside the charm of suburban living. Access to top public and private schools ensures excellent education for your family. About Main Line Health: Founded in 1985, Main Line Health® is a not-for-profit health system serving portions of Philadelphia and its suburbs. At its core are four respected acute care hospitals-Lankenau Medical Center, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Paoli Hospital, and Riddle Hospital-plus Bryn Mawr Rehabilitation Hospital and a robust network of outpatient centers. About Lankenau Institute for Medical Research (LIMR): LIMR is a non-profit biomedical research institute located on the campus of Lankenau Medical Center. It is dedicated to advancing understanding of the causes of cancer, diabetes, and heart disease to improve diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. The Director will have opportunities to collaborate with LIMR on clinical research and academic initiatives.
