Physician (Cardiothoracic Surgery)- Section Chief

Miami, FL · full time · Management

$345,000 – $400,000

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 29, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

The Miami VA Healthcare System seeks an experienced cardiothoracic surgeon to lead its Surgery Service, overseeing clinical care, surgical programs, and training of residents and fellows. This role suits an accomplished surgeon ready to direct a growing academic medical center program while managing complex cardiac and thoracic cases.

Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

Airway Management

What they ask for

Required

MD or DO degree from an accredited US medical school
Current full and unrestricted US medical license
Completed residency training in Cardiothoracic Surgery from an ACGME or AOA accredited program
Board certification in Thoracic Surgery or Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Proficiency in spoken and written English
US citizenship or eligible non-citizen appointment

Nice to have

Prior cardiothoracic surgical experience