Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Ascension; Woodway (TX); On-site; USD 340,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Pro-rated PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension Providence Hospital in Waco, Texas seeks a board-eligible or board-certified surgeon to join an established team of 1 physician, 1 NP and 2 PA. This facility offers outpatient and inpatient practice, access to the da Vinci Surgical System, and a nonprofit, mission-driven culture.

As an employed physician within Ascension, you will deliver high-quality care, participate in quality initiatives, and enjoy comprehensive benefits, including health coverage, retirement plans, PTO, tuition

Qualifications

• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Texas Medical Board required.
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Responsibilities

• Join an established team of 1 physician, 1 NP and 2 PA.
• Deliver exceptional clinical care by utilizing advanced diagnostic and treatment skills to provide personalized, high-quality medical interventions for every patient.
• Elevate care standards and cost-effectiveness by actively collaborating on quality improvement initiatives that directly enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Waco, Texas

Facility Name: Ascension Providence Hospital

Schedule: Full-Time

Malpractice coverage with tail

This job location is not currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Join an established team of 1 physician, 1 NP and 2 PA
• Practice setting: outpatient clinic | inpatient
• Access to the da Vinci Surgical System for robotic-assisted surgical procedures
• Board Eligible or Board Certified Surgeon
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system
• Deliver exceptional clinical care by utilizing advanced diagnostic and treatment skills to provide personalized, high-quality medical interventions for every patient.
• Elevate care standards and cost-effectiveness by actively collaborating on quality improvement initiatives that directly enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

About The Facility

• 237 bed hospital
• 30 bed ICU
• Epic EMR Inpatient | Athena Health EMR Outpatient
• Da Vinci Robotics
• Serving a population of approximately 148,000
• Integrated referral network
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Texas Medical Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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