Chair, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Mayo Clinic is seeking an accomplished, collaborative, and visionary surgeon to serve as Chair of the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at its Destination Medical Center in Jacksonville, Florida. This is a senior leadership role within one of the nation’s most respected academic medical institutions, offering the opportunity to shape the future of cardiothoracic surgical care across clinical practice, education, and research.

The Chair will provide strategic and operational leadership for a nationally recognized department, advancing Mayo Clinic’s integrated model of care while fostering innovation, multidisciplinary collaboration, and excellence in patient outcomes.

About the Department

The Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Mayo Clinic Florida is a well-established, high-performing clinical and academic enterprise comprised of six cardiothoracic surgeons supported by a highly experienced team of 12 advanced practice practitioners. The department delivers comprehensive adult cardiothoracic surgical services and works in close collaboration with cardiovascular medicine, transplant, critical care, anesthesiology, and perioperative services. The Chair will have the opportunity to build upon a strong foundation of clinical excellence while shaping the department’s future growth, innovation, and academic impact.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the CEO of Mayo Clinic Florida and working closely with site and enterprise leaders, the Chair will be responsible for:

• Providing overall strategic direction for the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, aligned with Mayo Clinic’s mission and values

• Advancing clinical excellence and growth, including outcomes, access, quality, and patient experience

• Leading and supporting a high-performing faculty, with a strong emphasis on recruitment, retention, mentorship, and faculty development

• Driving innovation across clinical practice, education, and research, including collaboration with cardiovascular medicine, transplant, critical care, anesthesiology, and related specialties

• Supporting and expanding academic and scholarly productivity, including clinical trials, outcomes research, and educational initiatives

• Ensuring responsible financial stewardship, resource alignment, and operational effectiveness

• Serving as a key institutional leader within Mayo Clinic Florida and across the Mayo Clinic enterprise

About Mayo Clinic Florida

Mayo Clinic is significantly expanding its presence in Jacksonville, Florida, acquiring over 200 acres to enhance its existing facilities. This substantial investment will create cutting-edge spaces designed to seamlessly integrate physical and digital resources, ultimately improving patient care. Jacksonville, a thriving coastal city, is the largest city by area in the United States, with over 20 miles of beaches and outstanding outdoor recreational, cultural and family-oriented amenities

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit:

• A curriculum vitae

• A letter of interest outlining leadership experience, vision for the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, and readiness for the Chair role

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Confidential inquiries and nominations are welcome - please reach out to the recruiter, Natalie Brewster, at [email protected]

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong record of leadership, academic achievement, and clinical excellence. Qualifications include:

• M.D. or equivalent degree

• Board certification in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, or equivalent

• Eligibility for full and unrestricted Florida medical licensure

• Academic rank of Associate Professor or higher; Professor preferred

• Demonstrated success in faculty leadership, program development, and strategic planning

• Evidence of ongoing academic and scholarly activity

• Strong commitment to team‑based, multidisciplinary care and education

• Proven ability to mentor junior faculty and develop future leaders

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational leadership skills