Cardiac Surgeon

HonorHealth

Scottsdale, Arizona

Seeking a 5th Cardiothoracic Surgeon with

Advanced Mechanical Circulatory Support Expertise

 

Primary Teaching Affiliate Arizona State University School of Medicine &

Advanced Medical Engineering – opening 2026

Join a World-Class Cardiovascular Program in the Greater Phoenix Area

HonorHealth, a nationally recognized non-profit integrated health system, is seeking an experienced Board-Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon with specialized expertise in LVAD and mechanical circulatory support to join our growing Cardiovascular Surgical Program in the Greater Phoenix Metropolitan Area. This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a highly respected, physician-led team, with the added prestige of helping shape the future of cardiac care in Arizona as we open a new dedicated Heart Hospital on the Shea campus in 2026.

 

About the Role

We are actively recruiting a 5th Cardiac Surgeon to support rapidly growing cardiovascular volumes across our expanding system. The ideal candidate will bring:

• Substantial experience in durable and temporary LVAD support, including patient selection, implantation, and longitudinal management
• Comfort with advanced heart failure (non-transplant), mechanical circulatory support (MCS), and high-acuity ICU collaboration
• Interest in team-based care with a multi-disciplinary Heart Failure and Advanced Cardiology team
• Strong clinical judgment, collaborative demeanor, and passion for innovation and teaching
• Interest in minimally invasive and robotic approaches welcomed

 

HonorHealth Heart Care Program Strengths

• 9 Hospitals, with cardiac surgery at two tertiary anchor campuses
• 70+ Cardiologists, 30+ Urgent Cares, and 200+ Primary Care Providers feeding a robust referral pipeline
• Epic integrated EHR across inpatient and outpatient settings
• Support from HonorHealth Research Institute—partnering with surgeons to drive innovation and early adoption of new devices, AI applications, and national clinical trials
• Robotics and minimally invasive surgery platforms available
• Strong philanthropic foundation enabling rapid adoption of leading-edge technology, advanced imaging, and AI-driven clinical tools

 

2026 and Beyond: Innovation, Education, and Growth

• The new HonorHealth Heart Hospital will serve as a regional Center of Excellence for Advanced Cardiac and Vascular Care
• Arizona State University is launching a dual-degree School of Medicine and Masters of Advanced Medical Engineering, with HonorHealth named the primary clinical teaching affiliate
• Physicians will have direct access to clinical faculty roles, research collaborations, and industry innovation partnerships

 

Why Choose HonorHealth

• Physician-led organization—your voice shapes clinical operations, call structure, compensation, and team culture
• Magnet-designated nursing teams and award-winning quality outcomes
• Collaborative dyad leadership model with a focus on patient-centered care and long-term success
• Highly competitive compensation package with no non-compete, PSLF eligibility, and transition support
• Opportunities for industry-sponsored training, proctoring, and early device adoption

 

The Ideal Location to Live, Work, and Thrive

Located in one of the fastest-growing and most desirable regions in the U.S., Scottsdale, Deer Valley, Mesa, and Central Phoenix offer:

• Top-tier public schools including BASIS Charter Schools (ranked #1 in the U.S.), Great Hearts Academies, and A+ rated districts such as Scottsdale and Arcadia Unified
• Multiple private school options including international, bilingual, religious, and special-needs focused institutions
• Expansive residential options with larger homes, lower density, and mountain-view neighborhoods
• Quick access to world-class hiking, biking, golf, lakes, and year-round outdoor recreation
• Premier shopping, dining, and cultural venues
• Easy drives to California beaches or northern Arizona ski resorts
• Four major professional sports teams and numerous championship-level sporting events

 

Let’s Build the Future of Cardiovascular Care—Together

If you’re a collaborative, innovative, and patient-centered cardiac surgeon looking for your next chapter in one of the most progressive cardiovascular programs in the Southwest, we invite you to join us.

 

Contact: 

Laura Hays
HonorHealth Physician Recruitment Partner
480-391-9777  or lhays@trekpysician.com

Please submit your CV for confidential consideration.

 

HonorHealth is a locally owned and operated non-profit health system (PLSF) serving an area of over 2 million people in the Phoenix metro area spanning into Central Phoenix (Arcadia, Biltmore), booming Northwest Regions (Glendale, Peoria, Surprise, Anthem and beyond), Scottsdale/Paradise Valley  and Southeast Valley ( Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Tempe, Queen Creek, Florence),

 

The network encompasses:

• 9 Acute-Care Hospitals
• 500+ Physician and APP Medical Group
• 16 Residency and Fellowship Program
• Outpatient Surgery Centers
• Clinical and Innovation Research Center
• Generous Foundation Support
• Community Programs such as Blue Zone Corporate Sponsor in Scottsdale

 

Known among physicians as the “Physician Friendly” network and among patients as the healthcare partner of choice. 

 

Come join the system that truly cares about you, your family and overall wellbeing.