Cardio-Thoracic Surgery Job at Community Health Systems in Lufkin, TX

Woodland Heights Medical Center is seeking aCardiovascular Surgeonto join a well-established private practice serving the Lufkin community and surrounding region. This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated surgeon to build a rewarding career in a collegial, high-performance clinical environment with robust support and growth potential.

About the Practice:

Thisestablished surgical programoffers a comprehensive range of advanced procedures, including:

• Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
• Valve repair and replacement
• Thoracic procedures
• Vascular surgery

Practice Details:

• Mix of inpatient and outpatient
• Weekly Schedule:2.5 days in clinic,2 days in the OR

• Call Requirements:
  10 call days/month (24-hour shifts, 7am7am)
  12 phone consults per day on average
  Hospital visits 13 times weekly for emergencies
  Hospitalists handle general inpatient consults; CV surgeon responds within 24 hours
• Post-Op Care:24-hour post-op rounding required
  
• OR Resources:
  2 dedicated CV Surgery ORs with full block time management
  Access to 2DaVinci Xi robotic systems
• Support Team Includes:
  Surgical assist for CABG, office manager, receptionist
  Anesthesia support: 80% MD anesthesiologist / 20% CRNA

Compensation & Incentives:

We offer acompetitive recruitment package, which may include:

• Base salary plus potential incentive based on productivity
• Student Loan Repayment
• Relocation
• Marketing & CME

Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Proficient in CABG, valve repair, thoracic, and vascular surgery
• Dedicated to high-quality, patient-centered care
• Comfortable balancing clinical, surgical, and consultative responsibilities

Why Lufkin, Texas?

Located in the heart of East Texas,Lufkinoffers the charm of a small town with the advantages of a regional hub:

• Just2 hours from HoustonandGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
• Local population: ~40,000 | Regional service area: ~200,000
• Daily population influx to nearly 100,000makes it a commerce and business center with big-city amenities
• Outdoor lifestyle paradise: fishing, hunting, hiking, and a premier Texas-ranked golf course
• Home toSam Rayburn Reservoir, the largest lake entirely within Texas
• Mild,year-round weatherperfect for nature and birding enthusiasts
• Tort reform statewithNo Personal Income Tax