CARDIOVASCULAR AND THORACIC SURGERY OPPORTUNITY
CARDIOVASCULAR AND THORACIC SURGERY OPPORTUNITY at Freeman Health System — Joplin, Missouri, US
- Company: Freeman Health System
- Location: Joplin, Missouri, US
- Employment type: FULL_TIME
- Posted: 2026-06-19
About this role
Join a Growing, High-Quality Comprehensive Heart Program
Position Overview
We are seeking a board eligible/board certified full-time Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgeon to join a thriving, well-established heart program.
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Hospital-employed position with strong organizational backing
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Strong referral base within an employed physician network
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Strong clinical volume with growth potential
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Balanced mix of cardiac, vascular, and thoracic case volume
Team & Support
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Collaborative and experienced heart team includes 5 Interventional Cardiologists, 2 General Cardiologists, 1 Electrophysiologist, and 2 Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgeons
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Dedicated CV OR team , including anesthesia, perfusion, and CVICU support
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Shared call model with robust APP support (clinic, hospital, and call)
Facilities & Technology
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Three dedicated CVORs - 1 hybrid room and 2 dedicated ORs equipped with advanced technology including DaVinci Xi robot.
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Highly skilled and dedicated cath lab team
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Transitioning to Epic EMR for enhanced efficiency and care coordination
Freeman Health System Highlights
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Locally owned, not-for-profit, and nationally recognized health system, founded over 100 years ago
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Experienced leadership team dedicated to managing clinic and hospital operations-allowing providers to focus on delivering high-quality patient care
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Accessible executive team committed to transparency, collaboration, and physician engagement
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Guided by the Freeman Forward 2025-2030 Strategic Plan , built on the Five Points of Purpose: Excellence in Care, People First, Strategic Growth, Community Engagement, Operational Integrity.
Joplin, Missouri
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A growing community nestled in the Ozarks , offering beautiful scenery and no morning commute
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Affordable cost of living that allows for greater savings and discretionary income
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Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with outdoor recreation, green spaces, and scenic trails
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Thriving local scene featuring unique restaurants, local artisans, and a new performing arts center in historic downtown
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Convenient access with Joplin Regional Airport (JLN) in town and international airports within 1 to 2 hours from Joplin.
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Located just 2 hours from Kansas City and 1 hour 45 minutes from Tulsa
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Serve a grateful and diverse patient population with a regional catchment area of up to 400,000
Contact Information Kelli Perigo, MHA
kkperigo@freemanhealth.com