Physician Surgery-Cardiovascular - Competitive Salary

Company: Community Health Systems
Location: Lufkin
Posted on: February 11, 2026

Job Description:

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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