Cardiothoracic Surgeon

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Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Crescent City Physicians, Inc. | LCMC Health

New Orleans, Louisiana

Crescent City Physicians, Inc., a member of LCMC Health, is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our growing cardiovascular team. This is an outstanding opportunity to provide advanced surgical care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment while contributing to one of the region's leading healthcare systems.

As a Cardiothoracic Surgeon, you will play a vital role in the diagnosis, surgical treatment, and management of patients with complex cardiac, thoracic, and vascular conditions. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes and innovative care to the communities we serve.

Why Join Us?

At Crescent City Physicians, you'll have access to a collaborative network of specialists, advanced technology, and a patient-focused culture that supports clinical excellence. Our physicians are empowered to provide high-quality care while building meaningful relationships with patients and families throughout their healthcare journey.

Your Everyday

Patient Care

• Evaluate, diagnose, and surgically treat patients with cardiac and thoracic diseases and disorders.
• Perform a broad range of cardiothoracic surgical procedures in accordance with evidence-based standards of care.
• Conduct pre-operative consultations and post-operative follow-up care.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients and their families.
• Coordinate care with cardiologists, pulmonologists, intensivists, advanced practice providers, and other specialists.
• Respond to patient calls, messages, and urgent clinical needs in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate and complete patient documentation and clinical records.
• Recognize and respond appropriately to medical emergencies and critical patient situations.
• Identify and report concerns related to abuse, neglect, or patient safety according to organizational policies.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Provide consultation and medical supervision to clinical staff as needed.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and care coordination efforts.
• Partner with hospital leadership and care teams to drive quality outcomes and patient satisfaction.
• Support organizational initiatives related to safety, quality improvement, and clinical excellence.

Patient Access

• Participate in an equitable physician call schedule.
• Maintain timely patient access through appropriate clinic and procedural scheduling.
• Support efficient patient throughput and continuity of care.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with safety, infection prevention, quality improvement, and regulatory standards.
• Adhere to hospital policies regarding patient safety and infection control.
• Maintain a safe and professional clinical environment.
• Identify and report safety concerns and participate in process improvement initiatives.

Medical Director Responsibilities (If Applicable)

• Promote provider compliance with patient care and access standards.
• Collaborate with administration regarding provider concerns, operational initiatives, and clinical improvements.
• Participate in provider evaluations and performance reviews.
• Assist with provider scheduling, work assignments, and call coverage planning.

Qualifications

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited institution.

Experience

• Successful completion of an accredited General Surgery Residency.
• Completion of an accredited Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship.
• Demonstrated experience in adult cardiac surgery, thoracic surgery, or both preferred.

Licensure & Certifications

• Current Physician Licensure through the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners (or eligibility for Louisiana licensure).
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Thoracic Surgery.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification.

The Ideal Candidate

You are a collaborative, patient-focused surgeon who combines technical expertise with compassion and professionalism. You thrive in a multidisciplinary environment, are committed to delivering exceptional surgical outcomes, and understand the importance of building trust with patients and families during complex and often life-changing healthcare experiences.

About Crescent City Physicians, Inc.

As part of LCMC Health, Crescent City Physicians is committed to providing exceptional healthcare services throughout the Greater New Orleans region. Our physicians are united by a mission to deliver extraordinary care, improve community health, and create outstanding patient experiences.

Join a team where surgical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care come together to make a lasting difference in the lives of our patients.

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LCMC Health is a community.

Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary

Your extras

• Deliver healthcare with heart.
• Give people a reason to smile.
• Put a little love in your work.
• Be honest and real, but with compassion.
• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
• Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
• See opportunities, not problems - it's all about perspective.
• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
• Love what makes you, you - because we do

You are welcome here.

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

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