Surgery - Thoracic Physician

Company: Community Health Systems
Location: Lufkin
Posted on: December 31, 2025

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 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

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