Physician - General Surgery

CHRISTUS Health; Alice (TX); On-site; USD 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teaching opportunities

Job summary

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital – Kleberg in Kingsville, TX seeks an experienced General Surgeon for a full-time role with a broad scope including gallbladders, hernias, EGDs, colonoscopies, and PEGS. Strong community ties and autonomy are valued.

The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience and be licensed or eligible to practice in Texas, with a 1:3 call rotation and teaching opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• MD or DO with ACGME-accredited General Surgery residency
• American Board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery
• At least 5 years of experience
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Texas

Responsibilities

• Manage broad general surgery workload: gallbladders, hernias, EGDs, colonoscopies, PEGS
• Collaborative call rotation with hospitalists and a strong referral base
• Residency within 20–30 minutes to support Level IV Trauma needs

Skills

Broad scope practice

Community integration

Team collaboration

Education

MD or DO with General Surgery residency

Board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery

Job description

General Surgery Opportunity: Kingsville, TX

We are seeking an experienced, community-investedGeneral Surgeon (BC/BE)to join a thriving practice in Kingsville, Texas. This full-time position is designed for a surgeon who values professional autonomy and is comfortable managing a "broad scope" clinical workload, including gallbladders, hernias, EGDs, colonoscopies, and PEGS. The ideal candidate will have 5–7 years of experience and a desire to integrate into a tight-knit community. The role offers a balanced weekly schedule—typically3 days of clinic and 2 days of blocked OR time—supported by an established referral base and a collaborative call rotation (expected1:3, with potential for 1:2 for additional pay). Residency within a 20–30 minute radius is required to support the hospital’s Level IV Trauma needs, with many physicians choosing to live in the historic ranching community of Kingsville or near the beautiful Texas coast.

About CHRISTUS Spohn Health System

As part ofCHRISTUS Health, a faith-based, not-for-profit ministry, theCHRISTUS Spohn Health Systemis the largest hospital system in South Texas. For over 100 years, the system has been distinguished by its mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. With six hospital campuses and six family health centers, Spohn serves over 60% of the Coastal Bend community. Physicians within the system benefit from a robust network of specialists, a shared commitment to clinical excellence, and access to advanced technology, including a significant investment in robotic surgical systems across the broader regional network.

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital – Kleberg (Kingsville)

CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital – Klebergis a 96-bed, Level IV Trauma facility that serves as a vital healthcare anchor for the Kingsville community. Known for its ranching heritage and as the home of Texas A&M University-Kingsville, the hospital provides a supportive, "small city" environment combined with high-quality medical facilities.

• Surgical Facilities :The hospital features 3 Operating Rooms (non-hybrid) and a dedicated clinic building conveniently located on the hospital campus.

• Volume & Stats :With FY25 projections of over600 surgeries,21,500 ED visits, and1,700 discharges, the facility maintains a steady surgical volume.

• • Trauma Protocol:Operates as a "stabilize and transfer" center; any major trauma is stabilized in the ED and sent to Corpus Christi, while the majority of acute care cases are managed by on-site Hospitalists.

  • Specialty Support:Surgeons are supported by Hospitalists, Tele-Pulmonology, and Tele-Critical Care.

  • Maternal Health:While the surgeon provides general consults, a dedicated OB team is on-call for specialized surgical emergencies like complex C-sections.

  • Dialysis:Home to the area's only inpatient dialysis program, adding to the medical complexity and variety of the patient base.

• Teaching Opportunities:Through the university connection, surgeons have opportunities to work with students and residents, contributing to the academic growth of the region.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO with ACGME-accredited General Surgery residency
• American Board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery
• At least 5 years of experience is required
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Texas

Type:Full Time

Contact:

Mary-Claire Wilcox

E-Mail: [e-mail]

Cell: 945-354-5550