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Community Health Systems lists this Surgery - Thoracic Physician opportunity in lufkin, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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
About the Hospital 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.
Community 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.
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