Cardiothoracic Surgery Opening in Lake Charles, LA
Updated 3/13/26
Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States
Physician
Surgery-Thoracic
By applying you agree to our Terms of Service
Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Cardiothoracic Surgery Opening – Lake Charles, Louisiana
Location: Lake Charles, LA
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Setting: Inpatient and Outpatient
Seeking 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 balance
Practice includes both inpatient and outpatient cardiothoracic care
Perform open and minimally invasive cardiac and thoracic procedures
Robotics available
State-of-the-art imaging and surgical equipment
Established, stable practice with experienced providers
TAVR-certified program (first in the nation to achieve certification)
EPIC electronic medical record system
Open to experienced surgeons and new graduates, including 2027 and 2028 fellows
Clinical Scope:
Aortic surgery
Minimally invasive valve repair and replacement
Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
Thoracic surgery involving lung and chest cavity diseases
Endovascular and minimally invasive procedures
Qualifications:
Fellowship training in Cardiothoracic Surgery required
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery
Eligible for Louisiana medical licensure
Strong commitment to quality, safety, and team-based care
Compensation & Benefits:
Earning potential up to the 90th percentile of MGMA
Work RVU production incentives
Competitive PTO plan with 8 paid holidays and CME days
Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits
Educational loan assistance (if applicable)
Student loan forgiveness for physicians coming out of training
Paid professional liability insurance
Relocation assistance
Sign-on bonus
By applying you agree to our Terms of Service