Surgery - Thoracic Physician

Cardiothoracic Surgery Opening - Lake Charles, LouisianaLocation: Lake Charles, LAType: Full-Time, PermanentSpecialty: Cardiothoracic SurgerySetting: Inpatient and OutpatientSeeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join a high-performing and established surgical program in Lake Charles, Louisiana. This opportunity offers advanced surgical resources, balanced call coverage, and strong institutional support within a growing health system.Position Highlights:Balanced call schedule designed to support work-life balancePractice includes both inpatient and outpatient cardiothoracic carePerform open and minimally invasive cardiac and thoracic proceduresRobotics availableState-of-the-art imaging and surgical equipmentEstablished, stable practice with experienced providersTAVR-certified program (first in the nation to achieve certification)EPIC electronic medical record systemOpen to experienced surgeons and new graduates, including 2027 and 2028 fellowsClinical Scope:Aortic surgeryMinimally invasive valve repair and replacementCoronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)Thoracic surgery involving lung and chest cavity diseasesEndovascular and minimally invasive proceduresQualifications:Fellowship training in Cardiothoracic Surgery requiredBoard Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiothoracic SurgeryEligible for Louisiana medical licensureStrong commitment to quality, safety, and team-based careCompensation & Benefits:Earning potential up to the 90th percentile of MGMAWork RVU production incentivesCompetitive PTO plan with 8 paid holidays and CME daysComprehensive medical and retirement benefitsEducational loan assistance (if applicable)Student loan forgiveness for physicians coming out of trainingPaid professional liability insuranceRelocation assistanceSign-on bonus