Cardiothoracic Surgeon Jobs

Explore cardiothoracic surgeon opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Cardiothoracic surgeons diagnose and treat conditions affecting the heart, lungs, esophagus, and other structures in the chest. These highly specialized physicians perform complex operations and collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams to support patients before, during, and after surgery.

What Cardiothoracic Surgeons Do

Responsibilities may include evaluating patients, recommending surgical and nonsurgical treatment plans, performing procedures, managing postoperative care, and coordinating with cardiologists, pulmonologists, anesthesiologists, and other specialists. The specific mix of work depends on a surgeon’s training and practice focus, such as cardiac, thoracic, or congenital heart surgery.

Qualifications and Career Paths

Cardiothoracic surgeon positions generally require a medical degree, completion of a surgical residency and specialized cardiothoracic training, and an active medical license. Board certification or eligibility and relevant clinical experience may also be required. Some roles focus on a particular patient population, procedure type, academic medicine, research, or clinical leadership.

Find Cardiothoracic Surgeon Opportunities

Use Ladders to explore cardiothoracic surgeon jobs and related senior healthcare opportunities. Review each listing for its clinical focus, experience requirements, location, compensation details, and organization. Job requirements and salary vary by employer, specialty, and market; check individual postings for current information.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic surgical team focused on delivering exceptional cardiothoracic care. Manage diverse surgical cases while thriving in a collaborative environment with a predictabl...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$300K - $350K *

Take ownership of high-quality emergency surgery coverage, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to manage complex acute cases and enhance patient outcomes in a supportive, high-volume practice...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$190K - $289K *

Unlock your potential as a Perfusionist, managing advanced extracorporeal circulation technologies in diverse surgical settings. Collaborate with a skilled team to ensure optimal patient outcomes in a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$190K - $289K *

Elevate patient care by managing extracorporeal circulation during surgeries. Collaborate with surgical teams to ensure optimal perfusion strategies and monitor vital parameters for diverse cardiac pr...

Seattle, WARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Lead the perioperative care for surgical patients in cardiothoracic surgery, engaging in comprehensive management from pre-op to post-op. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient ou...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$620K+ *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional cardiac care across Maine. Collaborate with over 70 cardiologists in a growing practice, providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient service...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$300K - $350K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic thoracic surgery program, enhancing clinical, research, and educational initiatives while collaborating with top-tier medical professionals and training the ne...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$225K - $250K *

Optimize technology implementations across cardiology practices, leading multi-system programs and ensuring operational readiness. Drive scalable processes, stakeholder communication, and continuous i...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K *

Elevate your career by joining a collaborative team as an Advanced Practice Provider, delivering exceptional inpatient care alongside Cardiothoracic Surgeons in a fast-paced environment focused on sur...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$500K+*

Accelerate progress at a leading cardiology practice by delivering top-tier interventional care and managing patient overflow. Enjoy autonomy and a pathway to ownership while collaborating with a dedi...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$300K - $350K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional emergency surgical care. Play a key role in evaluating and treating a wide range of conditions, while mentoring future medical professionals in a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower cardiology practices by implementing and supporting IT infrastructure. Collaborate with teams and vendors to ensure seamless deployments, troubleshoot issues, and create documentation for sust...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Tackle the implementation and support of IT infrastructure for cardiology practices, ensuring seamless deployment and operational efficiency through collaboration with internal teams and external vend...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Transform the future of cardiac care by leading our Structural Heart program. Drive clinical excellence, innovate procedures, and enhance patient outcomes while collaborating with a dedicated team in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$300K - $350K *

Join a team that's transforming patient care by providing expert management of advanced heart failure and transplant cardiology. Collaborate in a leading academic center, driving clinical advancements...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$320K - $400K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional orthopedic trauma care, managing acute injuries and complex reconstructions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to establish a high-quality program tha...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$320K - $400K *

Join a collaborative team of cardiologists to deliver high-quality care in a modern facility. Ideal for new graduates, this role offers strong clinical support and a balanced schedule, allowing you to...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive care for thoracic surgical patients. This role blends inpatient and outpatient responsibilities, requiring adaptability and strong clinical judg...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$300K - $350K *

Lead strategic growth and clinical excellence in interventional cardiology, driving innovation and operational performance across a unified cardiovascular service line to enhance patient outcomes and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$320K - $400K *

Unlock your potential as a physician leader, driving strategic growth and clinical excellence in interventional cardiology. Collaborate with top professionals to enhance patient outcomes and expand in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$407K - $500K+*

Empower our cardiology team as a leader, blending clinical excellence with strategic oversight to enhance patient care and drive innovation in cardiovascular medicine within a collaborative healthcare...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$157K - $208K *

Empower your career by providing expert perfusion services, ensuring safe extracorporeal circulation for patients. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient care and maintain high standards...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence by overseeing facility management, regulatory compliance, and staff coordination in a dynamic healthcare environment. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance patient car...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$300K - $350K *

Unlock potential by joining our team as an Interventional Cardiologist, where you'll provide expert care, collaborate with a dedicated team, and enjoy competitive compensation and benefits in a suppor...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional cardiac and thoracic surgical care. Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals to enhance patient outcomes and participate in teaching and q...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a cardiothoracic surgeon do?question toggle

    A cardiothoracic surgeon treats diseases and conditions involving organs and structures in the chest, including the heart and lungs. Duties can include patient evaluation, surgery, postoperative care, and collaboration with other medical specialists.

  • What qualifications are typically required for cardiothoracic surgeon jobs?question toggle

    Employers generally require a medical degree, completion of residency and specialized cardiothoracic training, and an active medical license. Board certification or eligibility and experience in the relevant surgical specialty may also be required.

  • What types of cardiothoracic surgeon roles are available?question toggle

    Roles may focus on cardiac, thoracic, or congenital heart surgery, and can be based in hospitals, academic medical centers, or other healthcare organizations. Responsibilities and subspecialty requirements vary by position.

  • How can I find cardiothoracic surgeon jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse cardiothoracic surgeon listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation, qualifications, location, and role details.