CARDIOVASCULAR AND THORACIC SURGERY OPPORTUNITY

Freeman Health System; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 430,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Freeman Health System in Joplin, MO seeks a board eligible/board certified full-time Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon to join a growing heart program.

Join a collaborative team with 5 Interventional Cardiologists, 2 General Cardiologists, 1 Electrophysiologist, and 2 Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgeons. Three CVORs, DaVinci Xi, and Epic EMR enhance patient care and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Board eligible or board certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Full-time Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon in a growing heart program.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide cardiovascular and thoracic surgical care.
• Contribute to a balanced mix of cardiac, vascular and thoracic cases.
• Collaborate with a dedicated CV OR team and APPs.

Skills

Board eligibility/Board certification

Education

MD/DO in Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job description

Join a Growing, High-Quality Comprehensive Heart Program

Position Overview

We are seeking a board eligible/board certified full-time Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon to join a thriving, well-established heart program.

• Hospital-employed position with strong organizational backing

• Strong referral base within an employed physician network

• Strong clinical volume with growth potential

• Balanced mix of cardiac, vascular, and thoracic case volume

Team & Support

• Collaborative and experienced heart team includes 5 Interventional Cardiologists, 2 General Cardiologists, 1 Electrophysiologist, and 2 Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgeons

• Dedicated CV OR team, including anesthesia, perfusion, and CVICU support

• Shared call model with robust APP support (clinic, hospital, and call)

Facilities & Technology

• Three dedicated CVORs - 1 hybrid room and 2 dedicated ORs equipped with advanced technology including DaVinci Xi robot.

• Highly skilled and dedicated cath lab team

• Transitioning to Epic EMR for enhanced efficiency and care coordination

Freeman Health System Highlights

• Locally owned, not-for-profit, and nationally recognized health system, founded over 100 years ago

• Experienced leadership team dedicated to managing clinic and hospital operations-allowing providers to focus on delivering high-quality patient care

• Accessible executive team committed to transparency, collaboration, and physician engagement

• Guided by the Freeman Forward 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, built on the Five Points of Purpose: Excellence in Care, People First, Strategic Growth, Community Engagement, Operational Integrity.

Joplin, Missouri

• A growing community nestled in the Ozarks, offering beautiful scenery and no morning commute

• Affordable cost of living that allows for greater savings and discretionary income

• Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with outdoor recreation, green spaces, and scenic trails

• Thriving local scene featuring unique restaurants, local artisans, and a new performing arts center in historic downtown

• Convenient access with Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) in town and international airports within 1 to 2 hours from Joplin.

• Located just 2 hours from Kansas City and 1 hour 45 minutes from Tulsa

• Serve a grateful and diverse patient population with a regional catchment area of up to 400,000