SSM Health

Our Cardiothoracic Surgery team is waiting for you in Fond du Lac, WI

Fond du Lac, WI

full-time
Inpatient and outpatient

We are seeking a skilled Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our established and growing practice in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. This is an excellent opportunity for both new graduates and fellowship-trained surgeons to build a thriving practice while working alongside experienced, tenured staff in a collaborative environment.

  • Call Schedule: 7 days per month
  • Technology: Robotic surgery capabilities on-site
  • Support: Work with a dedicated first assist group
  • ICU Coverage: Intensivist-managed ICU care

What We Offer:

  • New Graduate Friendly: Recent fellowship graduates encouraged to apply
  • Established Practice: Join a growing and developing cardiothoracic program
  • Experienced Team: Work with tenured, collaborative staff members
  • Practice Growth: Opportunity to build your practice quickly in a supportive environment
  • Comprehensive Support: Dedicated surgical assistants and intensivist ICU management
  • Advanced Technology: Access to robotic surgical platforms

Ideal Candidate:

  • Board eligible/certified in Thoracic Surgery
  • Fellowship training in Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Strong team player with a collaborative approach
  • Commitment to excellence in patient care
  • Interest in both cardiac and thoracic procedures
  • Enthusiasm for joining a growing practice

Next Steps:

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a well-established program with excellent growth potential and comprehensive support systems. We welcome applications from both experienced surgeons and recent fellowship graduates looking to launch their careers.

To apply or learn more about this position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your interest in joining our cardiothoracic team.

About SSM Health:

At our Fond du Lac, WI facility, physicians are employed by the Fond du Lac Regional Clinic, an independent yet closely affiliated group, while advanced practice providers (APPs) are directly employed by SSM Health, fostering a collaborative and patient-centered care environment.

SSM Health's healing legacy originated in St. Louis, Missouri over 150 years ago where five nuns, known as the Sisters of St. Mary's, were called to aid and heal in God's name. Since those humble beginnings, SSM Health has grown to become one of the largest Catholic not-for-profit integrated health systems serving the Midwest. Today, our healing ministry includes over 15,000 providers and approximately 40,000 team members, all working together with a shared Mission to deliver exceptional healthcare services that reveal the healing presence of God across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin.

With 23 hospitals, 9 post-acute care centers, and over 490 physician offices and specialty care clinics spread across four states, SSM Health offers a world of opportunities where clinicians can do a world of good. Whether you're seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, there's a place within SSM Health for you to thrive.

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law. To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.

About SSM Health

Thoughtful. Insightful. Purposeful. There is something wholly unique and special about practicing medicine at SSM Health. Being here, you’ll experience a remarkable feeling of purpose, fulfillment, and connectedness. It’s all-encompassing and inspiring, and it’s what defines and drives our teams every day. We call it the healing power of presence and it touches, enhances, and advances all aspects of the care we give and the careers we offer. For the clinicians at SSM Health, being here means being part of a heartful heritage of healing. It’s an opportunity to further a caring legacy while advancing medicine with an esteemed organization that encourages collaboration, empowers innovation, supports growth, and seeks to elevate care for everyone we serve. Together – We Care.Devoted care everywhereSSM Health’s healing legacy originated in St. Louis, Missouri over 150 years ago where five nuns, known as the Sisters of St. Mary’s, were called to aid and heal in God’s name. Since those humble beginnings, SSM Health has grown to become one of the largest Catholic not-for-profit integrated health systems serving the Midwest. Today, our healing ministry includes over 13,900 providers and approximately 40,000 team members, all working together with a shared Mission to deliver exceptional health care services that reveal the healing presence of God across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin. With 23 hospitals, 12 post-acute care centers, and over 650 physician offices and specialty care clinics spread across four states, SSM Health offers a world of opportunities where clinicians can do a world of good. Whether you’re seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, there’s a place within SSM Health for you to thrive. No matter where you work within SSM Health, you can expect to be cared for personally and rewarded professionally with:• A very comprehensive and competitive total compensation and benefits package.• Extensive support and resources to support continued personal and professional growth.• Strategic organizational investments in practice infrastructure and technologies to enhance our practice efficiency and increase clinician satisfaction.• Generous paid time off and paid family leave so our team members can achieve work-life balance.

Posted February 8, 2026

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