Posted July 30, 2026
Surgery - Thoracic Physician
Summit Recruiting Group
Lake Charles, Louisiana 70601, United States
Full-Time
Reference: 3145980782
Cardiothoracic Surgeon Opportunity - Lake Charles, LAWe are seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join a high-performing, stable practice providing comprehensive cardiothoracic surgical care. New graduates are strongly encouraged to apply, including 2027 and 2028 graduates.Position Details
- Balanced call schedule designed to support physician work-life balance
- Direct employment
- Earning potential up to the 90th percentile of MGMA
- Fully integrated EPIC electronic medical record
- High-performing, established practice with experienced providers
- Robotics available
- State-of-the-art imaging and surgical equipment for open and endovascular procedures
- TAVR-recognized program Äì first in the nation to become certified Additional Details
- Provide comprehensive cardiothoracic surgical care in both inpatient and outpatient settings
- Diagnose and manage cardiac and thoracic disorders using open and minimally invasive techniques
- Perform: - Aortic surgery - Minimally invasive valve repair and replacement - Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) - Surgical treatment of lung and chest cavity diseases Qualifications
- MD or DO
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Fellowship training in Cardiothoracic Surgery required Benefits Details
- Competitive compensation with work RVU production incentives
- Earning potential up to the 90th percentile of MGMA
- Competitive PTO plan including 8 paid holidays and additional CME days
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Educational loan assistance, if applicable
- Student loan forgiveness for physicians coming out of training
- Paid professional liability insurance
- Relocation assistance
- Sign-on bonus
