Physician / Surgery - General / Texas / Locum or Permanent / Physician - Cardiovascular/Thoraci[...]

CHRISTUS Health; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health is seeking a Cardiovascular/Thoracic Surgeon to establish a new surgical service line in San Antonio. This role involves leading a new program, performing advanced cardiac and thoracic procedures, and collaborating with a dedicated heart team. The position offers a competitive salary with incentives and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary with RVU incentives

Sign-on bonus

Relocation support

Full benefits

Qualifications

• Board certified or eligible in Thoracic Surgery.
• Completion of ACGME-accredited cardiothoracic surgery fellowship.
• Texas medical license or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the new CV/Thoracic Surgery program for CTC.
• Perform a full spectrum of cardiac and thoracic procedures.
• Collaborate with a high-performing, multidisciplinary heart team.

Skills

Leadership

Team-based care

Education

Board certified or eligible in Thoracic Surgery

Completion of an ACGME-accredited cardiothoracic surgery fellowship

Texas medical license or eligibility

Job description

Physician / Surgery - General / Texas / Locum or Permanent / Physician - Cardiovascular/Thoracic Surgeon Job

Description Overview: CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System has been a cornerstone of compassionate, faith-based care in South Texas since 1869. As the only Catholic, nonprofit health system in San Antonio, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa includes six full-service hospitals and numerous specialty centers, with more than 1,100 licensed beds. CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital Westover Hills, located in one of the fastest-growing areas of San Antonio, is undergoing a major $300 million expansion. This includes a new patient tower with state-of-the-art cardiovascular operating rooms, a hybrid OR suite, and a dedicated CVICU, solidifying Westover Hills as the region's newest hub for advanced cardiac and surgical care.

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic (CTC), the employed medical group for CHRISTUS Health, is one of the largest multispecialty groups in South Texas, with more than 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across over 130 locations. CTC supports a robust cardiac care team in San Antonio, which currently includes 4 interventional cardiologists, 1 general cardiologist, 1 electrophysiologist, and a dedicated support staff. We are now recruiting the first Cardiovascular/Thoracic Surgeon to join CTC in San Antonio, marking the launch of our new surgical service line.

Responsibilities:

1. Build and lead the new CV/Thoracic Surgery program for CTC
2. Perform a full spectrum of cardiac and thoracic procedures
3. Collaborate with a high-performing, multidisciplinary heart team
4. Participate in outpatient consultations and comprehensive perioperative care
5. Help shape quality standards and clinical growth strategies

Qualifications:

• Board certified or eligible in Thoracic Surgery
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited cardiothoracic surgery fellowship
• Texas medical license or eligibility
• Demonstrated leadership and team-based care experience

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with RVU incentives, sign-on bonus, relocation support, and full benefits

Type: Full Time

Contact: Veronica Coley

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter.