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Thoracic Surgery Job in San Antonio, Texas

Physician - Cardiovascular/Thoracic Surgeon

Company:CHRISTUS Health

Professions/Specialties:Thoracic Surgery,Cardiovascular Surgery

Location:San Antonio, Texas, United States

Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent

Job Description

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Overview:
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System has been a cornerstone of compassionate, faith-based care in South Texas since 1869. As the only Catholic, nonprofit health system in San Antonio, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa includes six full-service hospitals and numerous specialty centers, with more than 1,100 licensed beds. CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital – Westover Hills, located in one of the fastest-growing areas of San Antonio, is undergoing a major $300 million expansion. This includes a new patient tower with state-of-the-art cardiovascular operating rooms, a hybrid OR suite, and a dedicated CVICU—solidifying Westover Hills as the region’s newest hub for advanced cardiac and surgical care.

CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic (CTC), the employed medical group for CHRISTUS Health, is one of the largest multispecialty groups in South Texas, with more than 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across over 130 locations. CTC supports a robust cardiac care team in San Antonio, which currently includes 4 interventional cardiologists, 1 general cardiologist, 1 electrophysiologist, and a dedicated support staff.

We are now recruiting the first Cardiovascular/Thoracic Surgeon to join CTC in San Antonio—marking the launch of our new surgical service line.

Responsibilities:

  • Build and lead the new CV/Thoracic Surgery program for CTC

  • Perform a full spectrum of cardiac and thoracic procedures

  • Collaborate with a high-performing, multidisciplinary heart team

  • Participate in outpatient consultations and comprehensive perioperative care

  • Help shape quality standards and clinical growth strategies

Qualifications:

  • Board certified or eligible in Thoracic Surgery

  • Completion of an ACGME-accredited cardiothoracic surgery fellowship

  • Texas medical license or eligibility

  • Demonstrated leadership and team-based care experience

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary with RVU incentives, sign-on bonus, relocation support, and full benefits

Type: Full Time
Contact: Veronica Coley — veronica.coley@christushealth.org

To apply, please email your CV and cover letter.

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About CHRISTUS Health

CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures.

Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.

To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.

EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.