Cardiothoracic Surgeon - South Dakota

Cardiothoracic Surgeon (MD/DO)

The Cardiothoracic Surgeon provides comprehensive surgical care for patients with diseases of the heart, lungs, esophagus, and other structures within the thoracic cavity. This role includes evaluation, operative and perioperative management of cardiothoracic conditions, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and delivery of evidence-based, patient-centered surgical care.

Evaluate and manage patients with cardiac and thoracic surgical conditions

Perform cardiothoracic surgical procedures consistent with training and privileges, including cardiac and/or general thoracic operations

Provide preoperative assessment, operative care, and postoperative management

Manage perioperative complications and long-term surgical follow-up

Participate in emergency and on-call coverage for cardiothoracic surgery services

Interpret diagnostic studies including echocardiography, cardiac catheterization data, CT scans, and other imaging

Collaborate with cardiology, pulmonology, anesthesia, critical care, oncology, and other specialists

Participate in multidisciplinary conferences, case reviews, and care planning meetings

Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, surgical options, risks, benefits, and expected outcomes

Supervise and educate residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, or trainees as applicable

Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives

Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school

Completion of an accredited cardiothoracic surgery residency or fellowship program

Board-eligible or board-certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery

Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure

DEA registration or eligibility

Expertise in cardiothoracic surgical techniques and perioperative management

Strong clinical judgment and operative decision-making skills

Ability to manage complex, high-acuity surgical patients

Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills

Commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and patient safety

Hospital operating rooms, intensive care units, inpatient wards, and outpatient clinics

Call coverage including nights, weekends, and holidays as required

Ability to stand for extended periods during surgical procedures

Manual dexterity and physical stamina for complex operative cases

Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for operative and clinical care