BC/BE Thoracic Surgeon

Baylor Scott and White Health

is seeking an outstanding academic

BC/BE Thoracic Surgeon

to join the

Division of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery , within the Department of Surgery in

Temple, TX . The ideal candidate will be proficient in all aspects of non-cardiac adult thoracic surgery and expected to contribute to the growth and development of disease-based programs in partnership with the Divisions of Oncology and Pulmonary Medicine. The candidate will also contribute to expanding the depth and breadth of general thoracic surgical services offered while maintaining the highest quality of care. Our team of highly-experienced surgeons and healthcare providers treat a variety of chest disorders, including benign and malignant conditions. Our system utilizes innovative state of the art care and technology, including minimally-invasive techniques, such as video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) and robotic surgery. The Central Texas region is the fastest growing area of the country and has attracted several noteworthy and diverse industries (Meta, Apple and Samsung to name a few) in recent years. The Cardiovascular Surgery program, under new leadership, is experiencing steady growth that is anticipated to continue for the foreseeable future. This is an employed career opportunity with a generous benefits package that offers work-life balance, a competitive salary, productivity bonus, moving allowance, and no state income tax. Qualifications: Residency or Fellowship training in Cardiothoracic Surgery.

Experience in an academic setting is preferred.

5+ years of Post Training, experience preferred, but exceptions possible.

The ideal candidate should have: Completed ACGME-accredited Thoracic tract cardiothoracic surgery residency or fellowship program.

Ability to provide the full spectrum of non-cardiac adult thoracic surgical services, including treatment of benign and malignant pulmonary and esophageal disorders.

Training/experience in foregut and esophageal procedures such as Heller myotomy, fundoplication, and stenting

Training/experience in interventional airway procedures including EBUS and stenting

Added training or qualifications in minimally invasive surgical techniques, including robotics, is preferred.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

A passion for teaching and mentoring

Academic appointment at the level of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor through Baylor College of Medicine will be determined by experience and qualifications. The Division also has an active research program, including its own biostatistician, and is committed to supporting the development of individual research interests in addition to one's clinical practice. Benefits: Our competitive benefits package includes the following: Immediate eligibility for health and wellness benefits

401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

457(f) savings plan with employer contribution

CME reimbursement and paid time off

Excellent Relocation Assistance packages

Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV and cover letter to:

Teresa Washington, SHRM-CP, Sr. Physician Recruiter:

About Baylor Scott and White Medical Center - Temple Baylor Scott and White Medical Center - Temple is a 640-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital and the only Level I Trauma Center between Dallas and Austin. In 2025 Fortune Magazine ranked the hospital No. 1 among teaching hospitals with a cardiovascular residency program and in 2022, the hospital ranked No.5 among the top 15 teaching hospitals in the United States by Thomson Reuters. The hospital has 31 highly regarded accredited residency and fellowship programs. About Baylor Scott and White Health System - Central Texas As the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States, Baylor Scott and White Health was born from the 2013 combination of Baylor Health Care System and Scott and White Healthcare. Today, Baylor Scott and White includes 52 hospitals, more than 800 patient care sites, 7,300 active physicians, over 49,000 employees and the Scott and White Health Plan.