Physician - Cardiothoracic Surgeon

We are dedicated to providing exceptional care to every patient, every time.

St. Luke’s Hospital is a value-driven award-winning health system that has been nationally recognized for its unmatched service and quality of patient care. Using talents and resources responsibly, we provide high quality, safe care with compassion, professional excellence, and respect for each other and those we serve. Committed to values of human dignity, compassion, justice, excellence, and stewardship St. Luke’s Hospital for over a decade has been recognized for “Outstanding Patient Experience” by HealthGrades.

Position Summary:

St. Luke’s Hospital is seeking a Board Eligible/Board Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our highly skilled and collaborative cardiovascular team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a three-star STS cardiac surgery program with a fully developed Structural Heart program, offering a diverse and complex case mix including TAVR and MitraClip procedures.

Team & Environment:

• Join a team of two experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeons and six Advanced Nurse Practitioners.
• Collaborate with a comprehensive cardiovascular team of 20+ Cardiologists, including specialists in heart failure, level 5 imaging, general cardiology, interventional and structural cardiology, and electrophysiology.
• Interventional volumes exceed 600 cath lab cases annually, ensuring a robust and dynamic practice environment.

Responsibilities:

• Perform a wide range of open-heart and thoracic surgeries.
• Participate in complex structural heart interventions and advanced cardiac procedures.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient care.

Visa Sponsorship: Not available

Education, Experience, & Licensing Requirements: 

Education: MD/DO

Licensure/Certification: BC/BE in Specialty, ACLS and BLS Certified, DEA License, and Missouri Board of Registration of the Healing Arts.

• Interest in both open-heart and thoracic cases.
• Experienced providers preferred; new graduates will be considered.
• Strong commitment to clinical excellence and teamwork.

Benefits for a Better You:

Why You Belong Here:

You matter. We could not achieve our mission daily without the hands of our team. Our culture and compassion for our patients and team is a distinct reflection of our dynamic workforce. Each team member is focused on being part of something much bigger than themselves. Join our St. Luke’s family to be a part of making life better for our patients, their families, and one another.