Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician

OverviewCardiothoracic Surgery Physician role at Methodist Healthcare System in San Antonio, TX.Job SummaryMethodist 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 in a high-volume, collaborative environment with access to advanced technologies and multidisciplinary support. The ideal candidate will be board-certified or board-eligible in cardiothoracic surgery, with expertise in adult cardiac procedures and thoracic surgery. We are looking for a surgeon who is committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate patient care.ResponsibilitiesPerform a full spectrum of cardiothoracic surgical procedures, including CABG, valve repair/replacement, aortic surgery, and thoracic oncologyCollaborate with a multidisciplinary team including cardiologists, pulmonologists, intensivists, and advanced practice providersParticipate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical research, and educational activitiesContribute to program development and strategic growth of the cardiothoracic service lineMaintain compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and best practices in surgical careProvide mentorship and guidance to residents and fellows, if applicableCall required, expected rotation: 1:5 weekend call; 1:7 weekday callAbility to primarily focus practice at one of our Methodist Healthcare hospitalsQualificationsBoard certified or board eligible in Cardiothoracic SurgeryEligible for an unrestricted medical licensure in Texas requiredMinimum of 3 years of experience preferred, candidates with less experience will be considered and encouraged to applyExperience in routine and complex coronary work, valve repair/replacement and transcatheter valve proceduresExperience in routine thoracic and minimally invasive lung surgery is preferred but not requiredExperience with minimally invasive cardiology surgery is preferred but not requiredLooking for a candidate to complement an established team with substantial regional market share in all areas of cardiothoracic surgeryIncentives & BenefitsOpportunity to join an established and respected practice, formed in 1997Employed position with competitive compensationComprehensive benefit package that includes health and dental coverageRelocation assistancePaid malpracticeAbout Methodist Heart and the Methodist Healthcare SystemMethodist Heart Hospital consistently performs more open heart surgeries than any other hospital in San Antonio, making it the busiest program in the regionLargest Heart Transplant program in South Texas, saving over 500 livesSouth Texas’ only comprehensive Aortic Aneurysm ProgramOver 2,000 TAVR procedures performed; 400 annuallyEstablished lung transplant program in 2021Over 150 ECMOs annuallyOver 1600 open heart surgeries each yearPrograms include VATS minimally invasive thoracic surgery and lung nodule program25 cath labsFive accredited chest pain centersTwo heart failure clinicsMethodist 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 annuallyDetailsSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Health Care ProviderIndustries: Hospitals and Health CareSan Antonio, Texas—a city known for its dynamic growth, cultural richness, and exceptional quality of life. The information above describes the role and Methodist Healthcare System; no additional updates at this time. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06