Cardiothoracic Surgery- Lung Transplant Physician
About the role
Methodist Healthcare System is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Thoracic Surgeon with specialized training and experience in lung transplantation to join a multidisciplinary transplant team in San Antonio, Texas. The surgeon will help expand and further develop a comprehensive lung transplant program, working closely with pulmonologists, transplant physicians, advanced practice providers, intensivists, and dedicated transplant support staff to provide cutting‑edge care for patients with advanced lung disease.
Position Highlights
- Comprehensive lung transplant practice
- Opportunity to participate in and grow a developing transplant program
- Collaborative multidisciplinary transplant team
- Access to advanced surgical technologies and critical care resources
- Dedicated transplant coordinators and support staff
- Involvement in outreach and referral development across South Texas
- Teaching opportunities with residents, fellows, and medical students
- Participation in quality initiatives, research, and program expansion
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and manage patients with advanced lung disease requiring transplantation
- Perform lung transplant procedures and other complex thoracic surgical cases
- Provide comprehensive perioperative and postoperative patient care
- Participate in transplant selection committee meetings
- Collaborate closely with pulmonology, critical care, and transplant medicine colleagues
- Contribute to program growth, outreach efforts, and quality initiatives
- Share in call responsibilities with the cardiothoracic surgery team
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary with productivity incentives
- Relocation assistance
- Family‑focused and voluntary benefits
- CME allowance reimbursement
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Flexible spending accounts
- Supplemental health protection plans
- Time off, including disability coverage
- Financial wellbeing resources
- Malpractice coverage
- Retirement savings plan
Qualified Candidates
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Thoracic Surgery
- Fellowship training in cardiothoracic surgery
- Specialized training and demonstrated experience in lung transplantation
- Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Texas
- Commitment to clinical excellence, patient‑centered care, and multidisciplinary collaboration
- Interest in program development, quality improvement, and clinical research
- Strong communication and leadership skills
About Methodist Healthcare System
Methodist Healthcare System is the largest healthcare provider in South Texas, recognized for delivering advanced, high‑quality care across a network of hospitals and specialty centers. As a leader in transplant, cardiovascular, neurosciences, oncology, and specialized surgical services, Methodist Healthcare is committed to innovation, education, and exceptional patient outcomes.
About San Antonio
- No state income tax
- Affordable cost of living
- Excellent public and private schools
- Diverse cultural attractions and world‑class dining
- Year‑round outdoor activities and mild climate
- Convenient access to Austin, Houston, and the Texas Hill Country