MD/DO Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Gundersen Health System; United States; Hybrid; USD 450,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tail malpractice coverage

Health, dental, vision options

Retirement plans

Job summary

Gundersen Health System seeks a board-certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join a premier cardiac program in La Crosse, WI. The role blends advanced clinical practice with teaching and mentorship in a physician-led culture focused on excellence.

The position features a predictable OR block schedule, heavy inpatient activity with a single outpatient clinic day weekly, and a 1:3 call rotation. You will contribute to a renowned training program and multi-hospital network.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited graduate medical training program and be board certified or eligible within the area of medicine stated.
• License to practice in our multi-state region with no restrictions or limitations.
• Teaching students, residents, fellows or clinical staff is a cornerstone to our Medical Education philosophy.

Responsibilities

• Perform a comprehensive range of adult cardiothoracic surgical procedures.
• Maintain dedicated OR blocks for predictable scheduling.
• Inpatient-focused workflow with one outpatient clinic day per week.
• Maintain an equitable 1:3 call rotation for night, weekend, and holiday coverage.
• Teach and mentor the next generation of physicians through our General Surgery residency program.

Skills

Cardiothoracic surgery

Board-certified

Teaching/mentorship

Clinical excellence

Education

Board certification in CT surgery

Accredited graduate medical training program

Job description

Emplify Health by Gundersen is seeking a board-certified, highly skilled Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our premier, award-winning cardiac program in La Crosse, Wisconsin.

Step into a collegial, physician-led culture committed to clinical excellence, innovative surgical techniques, and compassionate patient care.

This role offers an exceptional balance of advanced clinical practice, robust associate support, and dedicated time for teaching and mentorship.

Practice Highlights

• Clinical Focus: Perform a comprehensive range of adult cardiothoracic surgical procedures.
• Predictable Schedule: Benefit from dedicated, set OR blocks to optimize your surgical days.
• Inpatient Workflow: Practice structure is heavily inpatient-focused, balanced by one day of outpatient clinic per week.
• Manageable Call: Maintain an equitable 1:3 rotation for night, weekend, and holiday call.
• Robust Support: Practice with elite clinical backing, including 4 inpatient surgical APCs and 2 dedicated outpatient APCs.
• Academic Engagement: Teach and mentor the next generation of physicians through our integrated General Surgery residency training program.

Emplify by Gundersen System Overview

Flagship Facility: Join a premier 325-bed Level II Trauma Center equipped with a Primary Stroke Center and an onsite Inpatient Rehabilitation Center. Massive Regional Reach: Serve a thriving 22-county catchment area of over 700,000 lives, supported by two medical transport helicopters and an expansive ground ambulance fleet. Expansive Network: Emplify Health features an award-winning multispecialty group practice including 6 critical access hospitals and over 65 regional clinics. Integrated Technology: Stay seamlessly connected across the continuum of care using a fully optimized Epic EMR system.

Compensation & Benefits

• Financial Reward: Highly competitive base salary enhanced by a generous sign-on bonus and robust retirement plans.
• Comprehensive Protection: Comprehensive malpractice coverage, including full tail coverage.
• Health & Wellness: Top‑tier health, dental, and vision options, alongside supplemental insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability.
• Culture: A deeply supportive, collaborative, and physician‑led workplace where your voice drives patient care.

About the Community

Nestled between majestic bluffs and the historic Mississippi River, La Crosse is the largest city in western Wisconsin and is consistently ranked as a top place to live. The region boasts unparalleled outdoor recreation, safe neighborhoods, and an affordable cost of living. Families benefit from top‑rated K‑12 schools and three local universities, while enjoying a vibrant local arts, music, and dining scene.

Requirements

• Must have completed an accredited graduate medical training program and be board certified or eligible within the area of medicine stated.
• In addition, must have or be able to obtain a license to practice in our multi‑state region with no restrictions or limitations.
• Medical staff in our system will supervise advanced practice clinicians.
• Medical staff may need to provide outreach service as part of their role in the system.
• Teaching students, residents, fellows or clinical staff is cornerstone to our Medical Education philosophy and an expectation of all medical staff.

We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.

Equal Opportunity Employer Around here, loving your job is part of the job. Join our mission in changing healthcare while finding a career you'll love!

Gundersen Health System offers a proud, local history spanning more than 100 years. Our personalized patient care model is only the beginning of what you will experience as we foster population health transformation and innovation to serve our communities and you. We've made it a priority to enrich the lives of our employees as they find a career they love. Using each employee’s unique talents and passions, Gundersen is committed to delivering exceptional patient and family‑centered care to the communities we serve.

You can be part of an exciting, highly adaptable and mission‑driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated offering an employee‑first culture, work‑life balance, and career advancement & growth opportunities. This culture allows our organization to attract elite talent, like yourself!

What You Can Expect:

Empowerment to shape your work environment, encouragement to improve processes and create efficiencies, and support when seeking opportunities for growth Culture that encourages self‑care and provides you with opportunities to be your best self at work and at home Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, as applicable, ensuring your comfort and well‑being as a valuable team member Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, Career Development Center, and online continuing education courses Inside our walls and our neighborhoods, we deliver world‑class medical care and the right amount of love. We call it LOVE + MEDICINE and it’s more than our practice. It is who we are.

Gundersen Health System, based in La Crosse, WI, is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa; serving more than 500,000 residents throughout 22 counties.

Our physician‑led, not‑for‑profit healthcare system includes a 325‑bed teaching hospital, tertiary referral center, and Level II Trauma Center; community clinics; 6 affiliate critical access hospitals; nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services.

Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning, and innovating. We deliver Love + Medicine every day to change lives in our communities and enrich the lives of our employees.

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A rewarding career and an excellent quality of life awaits you. Learn more about our excellence in patient care, education, research, culture, and something we call Love + Medicine at www.gundersenhealth.org/careers/life.