Physician - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Cardiovascular Surgeon Opportunity

Our Facility 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, and 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, 7am7am) 12 phone consults per day on average Hospital visits 13 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

Why Lufkin, Texas? Located in the heart of East Texas, Lufkin offers the charm of a small town with the advantages of a regional hub: Just 2 hours from Houston and George Bush Intercontinental Airport Local population: ~40,000 | Regional service area: ~200,000 Daily population influx to nearly 100,000 makes it a commerce and business center with big-city amenities Outdoor lifestyle paradise: fishing, hunting, hiking, and a premier Texas-ranked golf course Home to Sam Rayburn Reservoir, the largest lake entirely within Texas Mild, year-round weather perfect for nature and birding enthusiasts Tort reform state with No Personal Income Tax