Cardiothoracic Surgeon Physician
About the Role
Excellent opportunity for a Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join the employed practice at Doctors Hospital of Augusta in Augusta, GA. The ideal candidate would be interested in cardiothoracic surgery with an emphasis on thoracic surgery and robotically trained is preferred.
Requirements
- MD/DO
- Board certified or board eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Must have or be able to obtain an active Georgia medical license prior to start
Benefits
- Employed position through HCA Healthcare's Physician Services Group
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive and flexible benefits program
- PTO and CME allowance
- Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
- Relocation assistance available
- Strong support system
About Doctors Hospital of Augusta
Doctors Hospital is a full-service, 354-bed acute care hospital serving Augusta and the surrounding Central Savannah River Area (CSRA). The hospital is a Level II Trauma Center and Bariatric Center of Excellence as designated by the American College of Surgeons. It is accredited by the Commission on Cancer and certified in Primary Stroke Care, Stroke Rehab, and Total Joint Care by the Joint Commission.
Doctors Hospital is the only hospital in the CSRA to have 5 daVinci robotic systems, including 2 dV5's and 3 Xi's. The hospital leads in robotic surgery, advanced orthopedic procedures, emergency care, general and vascular surgery, and women’s services. It was recognized by Healthgrades as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals in Surgical Care for 2026, along with numerous other Healthgrades excellence awards.
Doctors Hospital opened the first free-standing emergency room in Augusta in 2025, Evans Emergency, which is only the second of its kind in Georgia. The hospital is also home to the largest burn center in the United States, the Joseph M. Still Burn Center, providing complex and comprehensive burn and wound care for over 3,000 patients annually.
About Augusta, Georgia
Augusta, Georgia’s second-largest city, offers a blend of Southern charm and metro living with arts, culture, shopping, educational opportunities, fine cuisine, and sports. The Central Savannah River Area (CSRA) includes surrounding cities like Evans, Martinez, Grovetown, and Aiken, and is one of the fastest-growing communities in Georgia.
The area provides a high quality of life with a thriving art scene, vibrant downtown, year-round golf (including the Masters Golf Tournament), and abundant outdoor activities. The mild climate allows for kayaking, swimming, boating, fishing, and more. Augusta is within three hours of beaches and mountains, making it ideal for short getaways.
Money Magazine named Evans, Georgia, the #1 Best Place to Live in America, citing strong public schools and excellent amenities as key factors.