Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Emplify Health by Gundersen is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our nationally recognized Heart Institute in beautiful La Crosse, Wisconsin.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly collaborative, physician-led practice offering advanced cardiac and thoracic surgery, strong multidisciplinary support, dedicated operating room access, and meaningful teaching opportunities. You'll be part of an established team committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes while advancing innovation in cardiothoracic care.

Why Join Us?

Comprehensive Cardiothoracic Practice

Thoracic Surgery

• Perform a broad range of adult thoracic surgical procedures.
• Collaborate closely with Interventional Pulmonology, Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Radiology, and Pathology.
• Participate in an active multidisciplinary Thoracic Tumor Board.
• Access to Da Vinci robotic thoracic surgery capabilities.

Cardiac Surgery

• Join a nationally recognized Heart Institute comprised of nearly 30 clinicians.
• Perform a wide spectrum of adult cardiac surgical procedures.
• Advanced mechanical circulatory support program including:
  • Impella RP, CP and 5.5
  • ECMO

Practice Highlights

• Dedicated OR block time providing predictable surgical scheduling.
• Predominantly inpatient-focused practice with one outpatient clinic day per week.
• Equitable 1:3 call schedule covering nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Exceptional clinical support including:
  • 4 inpatient surgical APPs
  • 2 dedicated outpatient APPs
• Opportunity to teach and mentor residents through our integrated General Surgery Residency Program.
• Collegial environment that values physician leadership, collaboration, and innovation.

Emplify Health by Gundersen

Regional Tertiary Care Referral Center

• 325-bed Level II Trauma Center.
• Certified Primary Stroke Center.
• Onsite Inpatient Rehabilitation Center.
• Referral base spanning 22 counties and more than 700,000 residents.

Integrated Health System

• Award-winning multispecialty medical group.
• Network includes:
  • 6 Critical Access Hospitals
  • 65+ regional clinics
• Fully integrated Epic electronic medical record system.

Advanced Transport Capabilities

• Two medical transport helicopters.
• Extensive regional ambulance network supporting rapid patient access across the region.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to support your professional and personal success.

Highlights include:

• Competitive base salary
• Generous sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Comprehensive retirement plans
• Malpractice coverage with full tail coverage
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Generous paid time off and CME support

Life in La Crosse, Wisconsin

Nestled between the scenic Mississippi River and towering bluffs, La Crosse offers an exceptional quality of life with the amenities of a larger city and the welcoming feel of a close-knit community.

Residents enjoy:

• Outstanding outdoor recreation including hiking, biking, skiing, boating, and fishing
• Affordable cost of living
• Safe, family-friendly neighborhoods
• Highly rated public and private schools
• Three local colleges and universities
• Vibrant arts, dining, and entertainment scene
• Easy access to Minneapolis-St. Paul, Madison, Milwaukee, and Chicago

Qualifications

• MD or DO
• Completion of an accredited Cardiothoracic Surgery training program
• Board certified or board eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Eligible for Wisconsin medical licensure
• Commitment to high-quality patient care, education, and multidisciplinary collaboration

Teaching students, residents, fellows, and clinical staff is a cornerstone of our medical education mission and an expectation of all medical staff.

J-1 and H-1B visa candidates are welcome to apply.

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.  

Primary Recruiter:

Kaija Towle

Recruiter Email Address:

[email protected]

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