Physician - Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Christus Health • Alexandria, LA

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About The Position

At CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital, we are proud to be a leading acute-care regional referral center, delivering world-class heart and lung surgery services in the heart of Louisiana. Our hospital is part of the Christus Health system, committed to compassionate, high-quality care. We combine cutting-edge technology, a supportive team-oriented culture, and a mission-driven environment that values both professional excellence and personal fulfillment.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree with completed cardiothoracic surgery training (ACGME or equivalent).
• Board-certified or board-eligible in cardiothoracic surgery.
• Active (or eligible) Louisiana medical license.
• Proven experience in adult cardiac and thoracic surgical procedures (open and minimally invasive/robotic techniques a plus).
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills: ability to work well in a team, mentor staff, engage in quality improvement initiatives.
• Alignment with our mission and values: compassionate, patient-centric, collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full range of cardiothoracic surgical procedures: coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valve repair/replacement, thoracic surgery (including lung resections) and other advanced operations.
• Collaborate closely with cardiology, vascular surgery, ICU, and other service lines to ensure seamless patient care from diagnosis through recovery.
• Participate in call rotation and serve as a leader in the surgical program.
• Contribute to hospital and system quality improvement efforts, metrics, and program development.
• Mentor and collaborate with other physicians, residents/interns, and allied health professionals (if applicable).
• Engage in service-line growth, strategic planning, and ensure the highest standards of patient safety and outcomes.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary + productivity incentives / bonus structure.
• Signing incentive and relocation support.
• Comprehensive benefits: health, dental, vision, malpractice/ liability coverage, CME allowance, 403(b) plan, retirement match.
• Supportive institutional culture with resources and infrastructure to succeed.
• Opportunity for professional advancement and leadership roles within the service line and system.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees