Physician - Cardiothoracic

Cardiothoracic Surgeon

St. George Regional Hospital | Intermountain Health | St. George, Utah

When you join us, youll become a part of a nationally recognized health system dedicated to our mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible.

Join a thriving and growing cardiovascular program in one of the nation's most desirable destinations for outdoor recreation and quality of life.

Intermountain Health is seeking a BC/BE Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join a highly collaborative team of 3 cardiothoracic surgeons in St. George, Utah. This is an exceptional opportunity to step into an established practice with strong surgical volumes, robust APP support, and an expanding Structural Heart program.

The ideal candidate will have an interest in both adult cardiac surgery and thoracic surgery, with enthusiasm for participating in and growing our Structural Heart/TAVR program alongside an experienced cardiovascular team.

Opportunity Highlights

• Join a team of 3 Cardiothoracic Surgeons
• Supported by 4 Surgical APPs and 2 Structural Heart APPs
• Partner with 2 Interventional Cardiologists performing TAVR procedures
• Approximately 250 CABG and valve cases annually and growing
• Opportunity to perform both cardiac and thoracic procedures
• 1-2 clinic days per week
• 1:4 call schedule with flexibility around vacations and time off
• Major cardiovascular expansion underway, including 2 Hybrid ORs scheduled for completion in 2027
• Open to both experienced surgeons and graduating fellows

Why Join Us?

• Collegial, team-first culture focused on collaboration and patient-centered care
• Excellent relationships among surgeons, cardiologists, APPs, and hospital leadership
• High patient satisfaction and strong community reputation
• Opportunity to help shape the future of cardiothoracic and structural heart services in Southern Utah
• Significant health system investment supporting continued program growth

How We'll Support You

• Starting salary for new fellows: $813,500
• Standard salary (3+ years' experience): $957,000
• wRVU incentive: $97.65 per wRVU above annual threshold
• Continuous Improvement Bonus: $75,000 annually beginning Year 2 (metrics driven)
• $50,000 starting bonus
• Up to $20,000 relocation assistance
• Up to $5,000 annual CME allowance
• Discretionary Time Off (uncapped)

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 youll bring:

• MD or DO degree from a fully accredited medical or osteopathic school of medicine
• Board Certified/ Board Eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Unrestricted Utah MD or DO license or the ability to obtain an unrestricted license
• U.S. ACGME Residency
• Ability to successfully complete Intermountain Healths credentialing process
• New fellows welcome to apply!
• Interest in supporting Structural Heart TAVR procedures

Live Where Others Vacation

St. George offers an unmatched combination of career opportunity and lifestyle. Enjoy over 300 days of sunshine each year, no long winters, and immediate access to some of the nation's most spectacular outdoor recreation. Whether your passion is hiking, mountain biking, golfing, trail running, boating, rock climbing, or exploring Zion National Park, adventure is just minutes from your doorstep.

With a growing population, excellent schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and convenient access to Las Vegas and Salt Lake City, St. George provides the perfect balance of professional fulfillment and personal quality of life.