Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Congenital Heart Surgery

Ctsnet, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 350,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine's Division of Congenital Heart Surgery at Texas Children's Hospital in Houston is seeking a Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our nationally recognized program.

The successful candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, participate in transplant and VAD support, contribute to research and education, and mentor trainees while advancing patient care across neonates to adults with congenital heart disease.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent medical degree.
• Completion of an accredited fellowship in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery.
• Board certified or board eligible in Thoracic Surgery/Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Eligibility for an unrestricted Texas medical license.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive surgical care for neonates, children, and adults with congenital heart disease in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Participate in congenital heart surgery call schedule, including transplant and mechanical circulatory support services.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver outcomes across a broad range of congenital heart conditions.
• Contribute to academic mission through clinical research, quality initiatives, scholarly activity, and publication.
• Educate and mentor medical students, residents, fellows, and other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Pediatric cardiac surgery

Clinical leadership

Academic research

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Fellowship in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Summary:

The Division of Congenital Heart Surgery at Texas Children's Hospital and Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our growing and nationally recognized program in Houston, Texas.

This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of Texas Children's Heart Center, consistently ranked among the nation's leading pediatric cardiovascular programs and one of the highest-volume congenital heart centers in the world. The successful candidate will join a distinguished multidisciplinary team dedicated to advancing excellence in patient care, innovation, education, and research across the full spectrum of congenital heart disease.

Our multidisciplinary team specializes in both pediatric and adult congenital heart disease, providing personalized, lifelong care. Patients have access to a full spectrum of pediatric and adult services—including advanced noninvasive imaging, arrhythmia management, diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization, surgery, mental and behavioral health services, and a comprehensive wellness program.

As home to the nation's #1 Heart Center, Texas Children's provides an extraordinary environment for cardiovascular professionals committed to innovation and excellence. Located in Houston, applicants will benefit from a diverse, vibrant city with affordable living and proximity to the Texas Medical Center—the world's largest medical complex.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide comprehensive surgical care for neonates, children, and adults with congenital heart disease in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Participate in the Division's congenital heart surgery call schedule, including transplant and mechanical circulatory support services.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional outcomes across a broad range of congenital heart conditions.
• Contribute to the academic mission through clinical research, quality initiatives, scholarly activity, and publication.
• Educate and mentor medical students, residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Support program growth through engagement with referring physicians, outreach efforts, and strategic initiatives.
• Demonstrate clinical leadership while fostering a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and excellence.

Qualifications:

• MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree.
• Completion of an accredited fellowship in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery.
• Board certified or board eligible in Thoracic Surgery/Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Eligibility for an unrestricted Texas medical license.