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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$209K - $296K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in clinical trials by leading global research initiatives and ensuring compliance with regulations. You'll develop robust strategies while mentoring diverse teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the lives of Veterans through compassionate, patient-centered care. This role involves delivering comprehensive geriatric services, collaborating with interdi...

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

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of surgical efficiency by managing preference cards, ensuring accuracy and standardization through collaboration with clinical teams and data analytics. Drive process improvements and...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join us in optimizing surgical efficiency by managing and standardizing preference cards. Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure accuracy, streamline processes, and enhance inventory management for...

3 weeks ago

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

$190K - $230K *

Empower your career as a family medicine physician in a supportive outpatient environment. Join a vibrant practice with opportunities for growth and a competitive salary while enjoying a dynamic commu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Tackle patient care challenges as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, diagnosing and managing complex cardiac conditions. Collaborate with physicians to enhance patient health outcomes through comp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K *

Transform patient care by providing direct, high-quality nursing services in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance outcomes and foster professional grow...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$280K - $350K *

Lead a dedicated team in providing exceptional sports medicine care, managing acute injuries and chronic conditions, and collaborating with multidisciplinary professionals to enhance patient outcomes...

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

$195K - $320K *

Provide expert medical leadership across product life cycles, focusing on Advanced Wound Management. Oversee clinical development, safety evaluation, and regulatory strategies while delivering insight...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$300K - $350K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advanced cardiac anesthesia, focusing on complex procedures in a high-volume CVOR setting. Enjoy academic opportunities, research involvement, and a competitive employm...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional care in the Cardiac Cath Lab, ensuring patient safety and quality standards while collaborating with a skilled team to enhance patient outcomes and operationa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead advanced clinical care for ECMO patients, mentoring staff and enhancing program operations. Drive quality improvement initiatives and ensure adherence to protocols while managing complex cases in...

4 days ago

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

$70K - $116K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through efficient testing and accurate reporting. Collaborate with Pulmonary Physicians across multiple locations, ensuring seamless operations i...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the design and management of databases to enhance patient care quality. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot data issues, develop workflows, and analyze data for healthcare improvements, while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$513K+ *

Shape patient outcomes in a dynamic environment, leveraging advanced technology and a collaborative team to deliver high-quality emergency care in a respected healthcare system...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $128K *

Provide high-quality, patient-centered care for post-operative surgical patients, focusing on recovery, assessment, and care coordination to ensure safe transitions from hospitalization to home or fur...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $124K *

Empower patients of all ages by evaluating and treating their needs. Collaborate with staff and students while designing and adjusting treatment plans based on evidence and patient response in a suppo...

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

$77K - $119K *

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

$80K - $95K *

Build a dynamic team as a Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist Supervisor, overseeing operations, enhancing patient care, and driving departmental initiatives while ensuring compliance with protocols an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing the Orthopaedic/Neuro Operating Room, ensuring safe, effective patient care while overseeing staff, budgets, and compliance with regulatory standards. Drive initiatives for...

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

$107K - $171K *

Champion the operational excellence of pathology services across divisions, ensuring effective management, compliance, and quality improvement. Lead strategic initiatives, optimize workflows, and enha...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate patient care by delivering high-quality, compassionate nursing in a fast-paced Med Surg Trauma ICU. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure optimal outcomes while advancing your career throu...

1 week ago

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

$300K *

Join our team to deliver expert wound management care with flexible scheduling. Engage with advanced technologies in a mobile practice and become a leader in wound care while maintaining work-life bal...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $149K *

Elevate patient care as a Registered Nurse in the Cardiac Cath Lab, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, compassionate, and effective nursing care while adhering to established...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in supervising the Cardio Pulmonary department, ensuring optimal staffing, budget management, and staff education to enhance patient care and operational efficiency...

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

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.