Physician Surgery-Thoracic - Competitive Salary

Cardiothoracic Surgery opening in TexasLocated in Lufkin, TXFull-Time & PermanentSeeking a BE/BC Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join hospital. Must be proficient in CABG, valve repair, thoracic, and vascular surgery.Details:This established surgical program offers a comprehensive range of advanced procedures, including:Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)Valve repair and replacementThoracic proceduresVascular surgeryPractice 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, 7am–7am)– 1–2 phone consults per day on average– Hospital visits 1–3 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 2 DaVinci Xi robotic systems
• Support Team Includes:
– Surgical assist for CABG, office manager, receptionist– Anesthesia support: 80% MD anesthesiologist / 20% CRNALocation:Located in the heart of East Texas, Lufkin offers the charm of a small town with the advantages of a regional hub:
• Just 2 hours from Houston and George Bush Intercontinental Airport
• Local population: ~40,000 | Regional service area: ~200,000
• Daily population influx to nearly 100,000 makes it a commerce and business center with big-city amenities
• Outdoor lifestyle paradise: fishing, hunting, hiking, and a premier Texas-ranked golf course
• Home to Sam Rayburn Reservoir, the largest lake entirely within Texas
• Mild, year-round weather perfect for nature and birding enthusiasts
• Tort reform state with No Personal Income Tax