Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician

Cardiothoracic Surgeon Opportunity Methodist Healthcare System, the largest and most trusted healthcare provider in South Texas, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our growing team in San Antonio, TX. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice ina high-volume, collaborative environment with access to advanced technologies and multidisciplinary support. Position Details: Perform a full spectrum of cardiothoracic surgical procedures, including CABG, valve repair/replacement, aortic surgery, and thoracic oncology Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including cardiologists, pulmonologists, intensivists, and advanced practice providers Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical research, and educational activities Contribute to program development and strategic growth of the cardiothoracic service line Maintain compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and best practices in surgical care Provide mentorship and guidance to residents and fellows, if applicable Call required, expected rotation: 1:5 weekend call; 1:7 weekday call Ability to primarily focus practice at one of our Methodist Healthcare hospitals Qualifications: Board certified or board eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery Eligible for an unrestricted medical licensure in Texas required Minimum of 3 years of experience preferred, candidates with less experience will be considered and encouraged to apply Experience in routine and complex coronary work, valve repair/replacement and transcatheter valve procedures Experience in routine thoracic and minimally invasive lung surgery is preferred but not required Experience with minimally invasive cardiology surgery is preferred but not required Looking for a candidate to complement an established team with substantial regional market share in all areas of cardiothoracic surgery Incentive/Benefits Package: Opportunity to join an established and respected practice, formed in 1997 Employed position with competitive compensation Comprehensive benefit package that includes health and dental coverage Relocation assistance Paid malpractice About Methodist Heart and the Methodist Healthcare System: Methodist Heart Hospital consistently performs more open heart surgeries than any other hospital in San Antonio, making it the busiest program in the region Largest Heart Transplant program in South Texas, saving over 500 lives South Texas' only comprehensive Aortic Aneurysm Program Over 2,000 TAVR procedures performed; 400 annually Established lung transplant program in 2021 Over 150 ECMOs annually Over 1600 open heart surgeries each year Programs include VATS minimally invasive thoracic surgery and lung nodule program 25 cath labs Five accredited chest pain centers Two heart failure clinics Methodist Healthcare System is the largest provider of health care in South and Central Texas with 28 facilities, including nine acute care hospitals serving over 94,000 inpatients and 500,000 outpatients annually San Antonio, Texas—a city known for its dynamic growth, cultural richness, and exceptional quality of life. San Antonio offers a wide array of amenities including top-tier healthcare, diverse housing options, excellent schools, and renowned attractions such as the River Walk and historic missions. With a low cost of living compared to other major U.S. cities and a steadily growing population, the city provides an ideal environment for both personal and professional development. Employees enjoy access to a thriving job market, a vibrant arts and culinary scene, and a welcoming community that makes settling in seamless and rewarding.