Physician – Cardiothoracic Surgery
Our Facility is seeking aCardiovascular Surgeonto 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:
Thisestablished surgical programoffers 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 2DaVinci Xi robotic systems
Support Team Includes:
– Surgical assist for CABG, office manager, receptionist
– Anesthesia support: 80% MD anesthesiologist / 20% CRNA
Compensation & Incentives:
We offer acompetitive 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,Lufkinoffers the charm of a small town with the advantages of a regional hub:
Just2 hours from HoustonandGeorge Bush Intercontinental Airport
Local population: ~40,000 | Regional service area: ~200,000
Daily population influx to nearly 100,000makes it a commerce and business center with big-city amenities
Outdoor lifestyle paradise: fishing, hunting, hiking, and a premier Texas-ranked golf course
Home toSam Rayburn Reservoir, the largest lake entirely within Texas
Mild,year-round weatherperfect for nature and birding enthusiasts
Tort reform statewithNo Personal Income Tax
Lufkin
TX
