Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Come and join a thriving health system situated in beautiful Southwest Missouri!

Your Role:

• We are seeking an American Board Certified/Eligible CT Surgeon for a permanent, full-time position;
• Join a hospital-employed collaborative group in our established cardiovascular and thoracic surgery program;
• Strong referral base of six BC interventional cardiologists and health system of employed physicians with growth opportunities;
• Balanced mix of cardiac, vascular, and thoracic case volume;
• Dedicated CV OR team, anesthesia, perfusion, and CVICU support;
• Shared call with supportive coverage model including APP support on call, in clinic and hospital;
• Competitive compensation with fellowship stipend available;
• Excellent benefits package including CME allowance, paid relocation assistance, paid malpractice, tail coverage, and more;
• Teaching opportunities with medical students and residents;
• Near-site, state-of-the-art day care/learning center available exclusively for children of Freeman employees;
• Epic EMR coming soon!

About Freeman Health System:

• Locally owned and nationally recognized not-for-profit health system;
• Facilities include Freeman Hospital West, Freeman Hospital East, Freeman Neosho Hospital, Freeman Fort Scott (KS) Hospital, and Ozark Center for Behavioral Health;
• Celebrating 100 years of dedication to improving the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality health care solutions!

Experiencing Joplin:

• Competitive salaries in a low cost of living community allows compensation to take you further. Production based salaries offer physicians comfortable compensation providing more discretionary funds for savings and entertainment.
• Growing community nestled in the Ozark region, with no morning commute and opportunities for quiet, comfortable home. Serviced by two interstates with access to major cities (St. Louis, Kansas City, Tulsa and more).
• Experienced Professional Support Team works to manage clinic operations allowing physicians to focus on quality patient care.
• Immerse yourself in a city with versatile activity options, green space for exploration, tasty restaurant scene, with local artisans and beautiful performing arts center in historic downtown.