Physician - CT Surgery

CHRISTUS St. Vincent; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Sign-on bonus

Quality bonus

Tail coverage for malpractice

Employer retirement match

Job summary

CHRISTUS Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth CVT Surgical Associates in Beaumont, TX is seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgeon with thoracic emphasis. The role centers on an OR-centric workflow, with limited clinic hours dedicated to surgical consultations and post-operative follow-ups.

You will join a multidisciplinary team providing advanced cardiovascular and thoracic procedures. Board-certified or eligible, Texas license is required.

Qualifications

• Must be American Board of Thoracic Surgery Board-Certified or Board-Eligible.
• Must possess a Texas Medical License or eligible for a Texas Medical License.

Responsibilities

• Perform and/or supervise thoracic procedures with emphasis on OR efficiency.
• Provide surgical consultations, post-operative follow-ups, and care planning.
• Collaborate with CV anesthesia, nursing, and support staff to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Board-Certified/Eligible

Team collaboration

Patient-focused care

Education

American Board of Thoracic Surgery Certification

Texas Medical License or eligible

Job description

Join the Esteemed Team at CHRISTUS Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth CVT Surgical Associates in Beaumont, TX

Position: Cardiothoracic Surgery - Thoracic Emphasis

Location: Beaumont, TX

Work Type: Full Time

Why CHRISTUS Health?

At CHRISTUS Health, our people are our greatest asset. From our award-winning medical staff to our dedicated support team, we are united in our mission to deliver exceptional care to all, regardless of economic background. We provide a highly efficient, collaborative environment designed to let surgeons focus on patient outcomes and operative excellence.

About the Opportunity:

The Team:

• Clinical & Admin Support: 2 Full-Time Surgeons, 1 Nurse Practitioner, a dedicated Medical Assistant, and a specialized Surgery Scheduler.
• Front Office: 3 Coordinators managing all patient intake and administrative logistics.
• Specialized Surgical Support:
  • 2 Cardiovascular (CV) Anesthesiologists & 1 CV CRNA
  • 2 Registered Nurses (RNs) & a dedicated First Assistant
  • Experienced Scrub Technicians

Schedule & Clinical Expectations

• OR-Centric Workflow: Our operational model is built to maximize your time in the OR.
• Streamlined Clinic: Office hours are limited to one day per week, focused specifically on surgical consultations and post-operative follow-ups.

Procedures:

• VATS (Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery) or Pericardial Window Surgery
• Coronary Artery Bypass Graft: AKA CABG. Open Heart Surgery
• CABG
• Open Mitral or Aortic Valve Replacement
• TAVR

Requirements:

• Must be American Board of Thoracic Surgery Board-Certified or Board-Eligible
• Must possess a Texas Medical License or eligible for a Texas Medical License
• Welcome new grads
• Relocation & Sign-On Bonus
• Balanced professional and personal lifestyle
• Quality Bonus
• Time away from practice
• Malpractice with tail coverage
• Retirement with employer match

About CHRISTUS Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth:

Setting the standard for progressive health care, CHRISTUS Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Health, is a Catholic, not-for-profit health care system and has been serving the needs of its communities for more than 117 years. The fully integrated healthcare delivery system including two inpatient hospitals, a short stay surgical hospital and 27 additional points of access ranging from outpatient care to long term facilities. Our nationally recognized physicians work at the forefront of research, clinical trials, treatment, and care. CHRISTUS St. Elizabeth is the regional leader in outpatient services, cardiology, oncology, neurology, orthopedics, sports medicine, pediatrics, general surgery, birthing, neonatal care, cardiac rehabilitation, imaging, and emergency services. As a matter of fact, CHRISTUS St. Elizabeth is designated as the areas only Level III Trauma Center. The system continues to adapt and change to meet the needs of the community, following the values and mission of the founding Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word of Houston and San Antonio- to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.

Community and Location:

• Affordability: Beaumont boasts a lower cost of living than larger Texas cities, allowing for a comfortable and more budget-friendly lifestyle.
• Proximity to Major Cities: Situated just over an hour from Houston, Beaumont provides easy access to a major metropolitan area with diverse dining, shopping and entertainment options.
• Education and Family Life: The area features reputable schools and educational institutions, making it an excellent choice for families.
• Transportation & Accessibility: Beaumont is well-connected via Interstate 10, allowing easy travel to surrounding areas.

CHRISTUS Health is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more, please visit our EEO website.