Cardio Thoracic Surgeon

Overview

Join Riverside Health’s cardiothoracic surgery program based at Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, VA. RRMC is the region’s only Level II Trauma Center, supporting a high-acuity patient population with immediate access to advanced imaging, surgical services, and critical care. Cardiothoracic and thoracic surgical procedures are performed in the Pavilion at Riverside Regional Medical Center, a modern surgical facility featuring 11 fully equipped operating rooms.

The program provides a full range of adult cardiac and thoracic surgery, including coronary artery bypass grafting, valve surgery, and advanced thoracic cases. Drop by the Career Fair booth #1210 to meet with our team or set up a meeting with us prior to STS.

Riverside has also invested in advanced minimally invasive and robotic technology, including the da Vinci Xi platform, and maintains collaborative relationships with UVA Health for advanced cardiovascular care. The program offers a well-resourced environment for high-acuity cardiothoracic surgery within a regional referral center.

• Riverside has a long-standing community mission focused on caring for patients “as we would care for those we love,” which many employees find meaningful
• Rich surgical case mix and opportunities to maintain or grow high-level operative skills — including trauma and complex cardiothoracic cases
• Team support including ICU intensivists and APPs, helping distribute clinical workload efficiently
• Access to modern EMR systems (Epic) and contemporary clinical infrastructure
• Riverside emphasizes that providers have a voice, opportunities to lead, and a chance to influence clinical practice — rather than feeling like “just a number.” Offers a collegial physician environment — surgeons and other specialists often report strong mutual respect among peers and support from leadership. There is multidisciplinary teamwork across specialties (anesthesia, ICU, nursing, advanced practice providers) which enhances your surgical practice and patient care coordination.

• MD or DO, completion of ACGME Cardiothoracic Surgery program, BC or BE
• Demonstrated proficiency in adult cardiac and general thoracic surgical procedures, including pre- and post-operative care
• Experience with procedures such as coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve repair/replacement, and thoracic surgeries
• Familiarity with advanced and minimally invasive techniques (e.g., robotics, TAVR, thoracic aortic disease)
• Strong communication skills, the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams, and excellent clinical decision-making capabilities
• Ability to document medical care appropriately and efficiently