Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician
About the Role
Corpus Christi Medical Center is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible cardiothoracic surgeon to join an experienced and collaborative cardiothoracic surgery team in Corpus Christi, Texas. The incoming surgeon will perform both cardiac and thoracic procedures, with robotics experience in thoracic procedures preferred. The role requires the ability to handle complex cases independently and maintain an active Texas medical license in good standing.
Responsibilities
- Perform cardiac and thoracic surgical procedures
- Conduct complex cases in an independent setting
- Utilize robotic technology for thoracic procedures (preferred)
Requirements
- Board-certified or board-eligible in cardiothoracic surgery
- Ability to obtain or maintain an active Texas medical license
Benefits
- Competitive employment salary
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Malpractice insurance
- Paid time off
- 401K retirement plan
About the Hospital
Corpus Christi Medical Center is a 4-hospital campus system licensed for 631 beds, currently operating with 421 beds. As a regional acute-care center, it provides a full range of healthcare services, including:
- Level IV trauma designation
- Women’s Services
- Orthopedics
- Cardiovascular care
- Neurosurgery
- Bariatrics
- General Surgery
- Urology
- Med-Surg
- Three (5) DaVinci robots
The hospital serves a population of over 500,000 within an hour’s drive and has a strong Graduate Medical Education (GME) presence, including an Internal Medicine residency program and fellowships in Cardiology, Dermatology, and Pulmonary. Specialized heart care includes:
- Cardiac rehabilitation programs
- State-of-the-art cardiac catheterization labs
- Electrophysiology programs
- Advanced surgical suites
Backed by HCA Healthcare, a globally connected, patient-focused organization, physicians have access to data from millions of patient encounters, best practices sharing, and nationwide support.