Full-Time (1099) Cardiac Medical Director in McAllen, TX | $875K+ First-Year Compensation Potential
About the Role
Join a dedicated cardiac anesthesia team at McAllen Heart Hospital, part of the award-winning South Texas Health System. This opportunity offers exceptional earning potential, generous time off, and the chance to work exclusively on advanced cardiac cases in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Prestigious leadership role overseeing cardiac anesthesia services
- Call position with competitive cardiac call stipends
- Cardiac case mix includes open hearts, CABGs (90%+ on pump), valves, vascular, and thoracic
- No transplants or pediatric hearts
- Additional cases include general and urology, with potential need for regionals for post-op pain management
Qualifications
- Position: Medical Director Cardiac Anesthesiologist
- Employment Type: Full-Time (1099)
- Location: McAllen Heart Hospital – McAllen, TX
Compensation
- $775,000 compensation package
- $100,000 sign on bonus
- 16 weeks time off (36-week contract)
- Malpractice and tail coverage included
About the Hospital
McAllen Heart Hospital is a 60-bed cardiovascular specialty hospital, part of South Texas Health System. Accredited as a Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI, it delivers advanced, evidence-based care for heart failure and cardiac conditions.
About the Community
The Rio Grande Valley offers a family-friendly environment, low crime rates, and a sub-tropical climate year-round. Enjoy outdoor attractions, fine dining, shopping, arts, and culture in this vibrant region. McAllen offers an exceptional quality of life with a cost of living well below national averages.