Surgery - Thoracic Physician

HCA Healthcare; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a board-certified adult cardiothoracic transplant surgeon to lead a growing transplant program in Houston. This role involves directing heart transplant surgeries and developing innovative cardiothoracic care. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in adult heart transplantation and advanced fellowship training. The organization emphasizes exceptional patient care and support, ensuring that every patient feels valued and cared for. Join a dedicated team committed to improving cardiac health and making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in adult heart transplantation.
• Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of an advanced transplant and cardiothoracic program.
• Serve as the heart transplant surgical director.

Skills

Adult Heart Transplantation

Mechanical Circulatory Support

ECMO

Cardiothoracic Surgery

Education

Board Certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery

Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Surgery Fellowship

Job description

Description

Specialization:
Surgery Transplant
Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Summary:

HCA Houston Healthcare is seeking a board-certified adult cardiothoracic transplant surgeon to serve as the heart transplant surgical director and lead the development of an advanced and growing transplant and cardiothoracic program in Houston, Texas. The surgeon will primarily work with HCA's Medical Center hospital, located just north of the Texas Medical Center.

Qualifications:

• Preferred candidates will have 5 or more years of experience in adult heart transplantation, mechanical circulatory support, and ECMO.
• Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Surgery Fellowship required.
• Ability to obtain or maintain an active Texas Medical license in good standing.

Incentives/Benefits:

• HCA Houston Healthcare offers a competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits include health, vision, dental, short and long-term disability, 401K, and paid time off.
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are available.

About HCA's Houston Heart team:

Houston Heart's goal is to provide exceptional cardiac and vascular care to every patient. Our philosophy centers on one word: Care. This is our foundation. Our focus is on how our patients and their families feel when they are with us. We are supportive and optimistic, lifting people up. We believe that it’s not just the medical treatment patients remember, but how they were treated as human beings.

Led by highly experienced heart and vascular specialists, we utilize the latest surgical and non-surgical techniques. The Houston Heart team performs a full range of cardiovascular treatments, from noninvasive and minimally invasive procedures to open heart surgery.

As part of HCA Houston Healthcare, we ensure care is close to home. Houston Heart is building better hearts for and from ours.