Cardiac Surgeon Jobs in Georgia
Cardiac Surgeon jobs in Georgia are open across Atlanta, Augusta, and Fayetteville and other Georgia metros, with employers like Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Healthcare, and THE MEDICAL CENTER hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Overview:
The staff nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients. He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice, coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care.
Responsibilities:
The staff nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients. He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice, coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care.
Qualifications:
Education
- Graduate from a nursing program Required
- Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
Work Experience
- No experience required New Graduates of a nursing program eligible Required
- Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred
- 1 year in a hospital setting for PRN positions Required
Licenses and Certifications
- RN - Registered Nurse - Georgia State Licensure and/or NLC/eNCL Multistate Licensure Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License. Required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support Required
Additional Licenses and Certifications
- Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable (see addendum)
Addendum
- Cardiac Tele: Additional Required Certifications: ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) within 180 Days Required
- Critical Care: Additional Required Certifications: ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) within 180 Days Required
- Dialysis: Additional Required Certifications: CDN (Certified Dialysis Certificate) preferred Preferred
- Emergency Department: Additional Required Certifications: ACLS and PALS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) Experienced Emergency Department nurses will have 6 months to obtain the PALS certification. within 180 Days Required
- Infusion/Oncology: Additional Required Certifications: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certification – prior to independent chemotherapy administration Upon Hire Required
- Pediatrics: Identifies, reports and provides appropriate protective measures for high risk situations including, but not limited to, abuse or neglect, failure to thrive and potential for abduction. Additional Required Certifications: PALS Certification - required at Piedmont Columbus Hospital (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) PEARS or PALS Certification - required at Piedmont Athens Hospital (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) within 180 Days Required
- Surgical Services: Additional Required Certifications: PreOp/PACU/ENDO/CSU – ACLS; PALS if unit provides care to pediatric patients (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) OR – BLS required only within 180 Days Required
- Women’s Services: Additional Required Certifications: Labor and Delivery-ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) NRP by the end of orientation period, AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Program within 12 months of start date Mother/Baby- NRP by the end of orientation period NICU- NRP by the end of orientation period NAT (Newborn Admission Team)- NRP by the end of orientation period Nursery- NRP by the end of orientation period within 180 Days Required
Business Unit: Company Name: Piedmont Henry Hospital
Overview:
The staff nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients. He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice, coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care.
Responsibilities:
The staff nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients. He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice, coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care.
Qualifications:
Education
- Graduate from a nursing program Required
- Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
Work Experience
- No experience required New Graduates of a nursing program eligible Required
- Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred
- 1 year in a hospital setting for PRN positions Required
Licenses and Certifications
- RN - Registered Nurse - Georgia State Licensure and/or NLC/eNCL Multistate Licensure Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License. Required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support Required
Additional Licenses and Certifications
- Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable (see addendum)
Addendum
- Cardiac Tele: Additional Required Certifications: ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) within 180 Days Required
- Critical Care: Additional Required Certifications: ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) within 180 Days Required
- Dialysis: Additional Required Certifications: CDN (Certified Dialysis Certificate) preferred Preferred
- Emergency Department: Additional Required Certifications: ACLS and PALS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) Experienced Emergency Department nurses will have 6 months to obtain the PALS certification. within 180 Days Required
- Infusion/Oncology: Additional Required Certifications: Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certification – prior to independent chemotherapy administration Upon Hire Required
- Pediatrics: Identifies, reports and provides appropriate protective measures for high risk situations including, but not limited to, abuse or neglect, failure to thrive and potential for abduction. Additional Required Certifications: PALS Certification - required at Piedmont Columbus Hospital (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) PEARS or PALS Certification - required at Piedmont Athens Hospital (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) within 180 Days Required
- Surgical Services: Additional Required Certifications: PreOp/PACU/ENDO/CSU – ACLS; PALS if unit provides care to pediatric patients (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) OR – BLS required only within 180 Days Required
- Women’s Services: Additional Required Certifications: Labor and Delivery-ACLS Certification - (Nurse Residents or nurses new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) NRP by the end of orientation period, AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Program within 12 months of start date Mother/Baby- NRP by the end of orientation period NICU- NRP by the end of orientation period NAT (Newborn Admission Team)- NRP by the end of orientation period Nursery- NRP by the end of orientation period within 180 Days Required
Business Unit: Company Name: Piedmont Henry Hospital
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Cardiac Surgeon Job Market in Georgia
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Who's Hiring
- Emory Healthcare39
- Piedmont Healthcare32
- THE MEDICAL CENTER7
- Atrium Health2
- Advocate Aurora Health1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services83
- Medical Devices1
What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cardiac surgeon jobs across Georgia.
- MD or DO degree with completed thoracic or cardiothoracic surgery residency and fellowship training
- Active board certification or board eligibility through the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
- Current state medical license with eligibility for hospital credentialing and surgical privileges
- Demonstrated proficiency in CABG, valve repair or replacement, and minimally invasive cardiac procedures
- Experience with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, ventricular assist devices, and cardiac transplant protocols
- Strong communication skills for multidisciplinary team collaboration with cardiology, anesthesia, and critical care
Cardiac Surgeon Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many cardiac surgeon jobs are there in Georgia?
There are 84+ cardiac surgeon openings in Georgia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Atlanta, Augusta, and Fayetteville. New positions post regularly as employers across Georgia hire.
Which Georgia cities have the most cardiac surgeon jobs?
Atlanta, Augusta, and Fayetteville have the most cardiac surgeon openings in Georgia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire cardiac surgeons in Georgia?
Employers hiring cardiac surgeons in Georgia include Emory Healthcare, Piedmont Healthcare, and THE MEDICAL CENTER, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote cardiac surgeon jobs in Georgia?
Yes. About 0% of cardiac surgeon openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Georgia metros.
How do I apply for cardiac surgeon jobs in Georgia?
You can apply to cardiac surgeon jobs in Georgia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Georgia location, then apply to each one that fits.
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