Cardiothoracic Surgery Opening in Covington, LA
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Surgery-Thoracic
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Covington, Louisiana, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
1/24/25
**Cardiothoracic Surgeon Opportunity in Covington, LA**
- Located 40m to New Orleans and 1hr to Baton Rouge
**Position Details**
- Full-time, permanent
- Cardiothoracic surgeon is responsible for diagnosing, treating diseases and performing surgical procedures in the thorax region.
- Coordinates care with referring physicians and collaborates with other providers.
**Qualifications:**
- Must be licensed by the Louisiana State board of Medical Examiners to practice medicine.
- Current BLS, and ALS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to:
- Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.
- The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off (ALS required by specialty only).
- Must be a member of the Medical Staff.
- Board Certification in General Surgery, Fellowship training and Board Certified in Thoracic Surgery.
**Company Overview**
- High performing, 5-Star health system in attractive community on north shore of Lake Pontchartrain across from New Orleans.