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.

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$210K - $250K *

Transform cardiovascular care by managing advanced heart failure patients, supervising trainees, and engaging in quality care, teaching, and research. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance pati...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading patient care in the Cath Lab, managing cardiovascular procedures, and coordinating unit activities. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee daily operations in Interventional Radiology, ensuring quality care, efficient patient flow, and regulatory compliance while leading clinical staff and coordinating depa...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $129K *

Unlock your potential as you design innovative medical devices, collaborating across teams to develop and verify mechanical solutions in a regulated environment. Join us in shaping the future of healt...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare to a diverse patient population, managing direct care, and training future medical professionals while ensuring quality and safety st...

1 week ago

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

$267K *

Lead the charge in delivering safe and effective anesthesia care, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout surgical procedures while collaborating with healthcare teams and managing post-anesthe...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading product strategy and execution for interventional solutions. Drive growth, manage product lifecycles, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative, patient-cent...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join our dynamic Cardiology team as an Advanced Practice Provider, where you'll deliver exceptional cardiovascular care across inpatient and outpatient settings, collaborating with healthcare professi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $104K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing high-quality echocardiography services. You'll perform diagnostic exams, assist patients, and ensure compliance with medical standards while maintaining confi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$271K - $494K *

Elevate pediatric cardiology by leading a cutting-edge cardiac imaging program. Guide clinical excellence, spearhead research initiatives, and foster a multidisciplinary team while ensuring the highes...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate patient care by leading a dynamic team in Invasive Cardiology. Oversee clinical quality, staff development, and patient outcomes while fostering a supportive work environment. Collaborate and...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering advanced cardiac ultrasound services, ensuring high-quality patient care through expert imaging techniques and collaboration with healthcare professionals to...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Lead the adoption of our spatial surgery platform by engaging stakeholders, driving sales initiatives, and overseeing a robust pipeline management strategy to achieve commercial success across diverse...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Empower the advancement of spatial surgery by driving sales, engaging with stakeholders, and managing customer relationships. Leverage your expertise to surpass sales targets while ensuring exceptiona...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Transform the future of spatial surgery by driving market growth, engaging with stakeholders, and executing comprehensive sales strategies across regions to enhance surgical planning and performance...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to drive the adoption of cutting-edge spatial surgery technology through market development, relationship building, and sales execution across diverse healthcare stakeholders in va...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Champion the adoption of cutting-edge surgical technology by managing market development, pipeline growth, and customer engagement while ensuring exceptional support and training. Drive sales excellen...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Discover an exciting opportunity to drive adoption of cutting-edge spatial surgery technology through strategic market development, exceptional customer engagement, and effective sales execution acros...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Engage with healthcare professionals to drive the adoption of innovative spatial surgery solutions, manage sales pipelines, and facilitate training and onboarding for effective utilization of advanced...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Accelerate the adoption of an innovative spatial surgery platform through market development, strategic relationship building, and consultative sales across various regions, ensuring successful execut...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of spatial surgery by driving market adoption and customer engagement, while managing sales pipelines and training stakeholders to enhance surgical outcomes across...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Launch innovative spatial surgeries by driving market adoption and sales execution. Engage with surgeons and stakeholders to boost adoption of cutting-edge technology, transforming surgical practices...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Drive the success of a groundbreaking spatial surgery platform by developing market strategies, engaging customers, managing sales pipelines, and exceeding targets across diverse regions. Collaborate...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of spatial surgery by developing key markets, engaging with customers, and driving sales across diverse regions. This role combines strategic planning and relation...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Help us drive the adoption of cutting-edge spatial surgery technology through effective market development, customer engagement, and strategic sales execution across diverse regions, ensuring exceptio...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.