Surgery - Thoracic Physician

Woodland Heights Medical Center is seeking a Cardiovascular Surgeon to join a well-established private practice serving the Lufkin community and surrounding region. This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated surgeon to build a rewarding career in a collegial, high-performance clinical environment with robust support and growth potential.

About the Practice:

This established surgical program offers a comprehensive range of advanced procedures, including:

• Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)
• Valve repair and replacement
• Thoracic procedures
• Vascular surgery

Practice Details:

• Mix of inpatient and outpatient
• Weekly Schedule: 2.5 days in clinic, 2 days in the OR

• Call Requirements:
  10 call days/month (24-hour shifts, 7am 7am)
  1 2 phone consults per day on average
  Hospital visits 1 3 times weekly for emergencies
  Hospitalists handle general inpatient consults; CV surgeon responds within 24 hours
• Post-Op Care: 24-hour post-op rounding required
  
  
• OR Resources:
  2 dedicated CV Surgery ORs with full block time management
  Access to 2 DaVinci Xi robotic systems
• Support Team Includes:
  Surgical assist for CABG, office manager, receptionist
  Anesthesia support: 80% MD anesthesiologist / 20% CRNA

Compensation & Incentives:

We offer a competitive recruitment package , which may include:

• Base salary plus potential incentive based on productivity
• Student Loan Repayment
• Relocation
• Marketing & CME

Qualifications:

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Proficient in CABG, valve repair, thoracic, and vascular surgery
• Dedicated to high-quality, patient-centered care
• Comfortable balancing clinical, surgical, and consultative responsibilities

Woodland Heights Medical Center is a 146-bed acute care hospital serving Lufkin and surrounding communities in East Texas. The hospital provides emergency care, cardiac services, surgical services, women's services, diagnostic imaging, rehabilitation, wound care, and outpatient services. Woodland Heights serves as a regional healthcare resource for a broad service area.

Lufkin is a regional commercial and economic hub in East Texas with a population of approximately 36,000 and a broader daytime population that supports a wide range of amenities. The community offers cultural attractions, recreational facilities, and strong public and private school systems, creating a balance of small-town living with expanded services.