Cardiothoracic Surgeon - Full-Time
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Job Description
The Staff Pad has partnered with a reputed healthcare organization in Ft. Worth, TX and we are looking to hire an patient-centered and experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon to provide comprehensive surgical and consultative care for patients with cardiac and thoracic conditions in inpatient and outpatient settings.
In this role, the Cardiothoracic Surgeon will provide comprehensive surgical care, assess patient needs, develop individualized treatment plans, perform specialized procedures, coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams, and educate patients and families to support optimal outcomes and recovery.
Schedule: Full-Time
About The Opportunity
- Join a collaborative team of two full-time cardiothoracic surgeons providing comprehensive surgical care
- Perform a broad range of adult cardiac and thoracic procedures, including:
- Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
- Complex valvular and aortic surgery
- Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)
- Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)
Robotic Thoracic Surgery
- Work alongside a dedicated cardiac surgery OR team, fellowship-trained and board-certified cardiothoracic anesthesiologists, and a full-time physician assistant (PA) team
- Explore an opportunity suited to both graduating cardiothoracic surgery fellows and experienced surgeons
- What You’ll Do
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients, perform physical examinations, diagnose conditions, and assess overall health needs
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests to support accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including surgical procedures as appropriate to the role
- Review medical records, manage patient care, and provide education to patients and families on treatment options, prescribed therapies, and post-operative recovery
- Coordinate multidisciplinary care and make appropriate referrals to ensure continuity of treatment
Collaborate with physicians, residents, clinical teams, and support staff to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care
Follow established clinical guidelines, evidence-based practices, and hospital standards to promote patient safety and positive clinical outcomes
- Participate in academic, educational, research, peer review, and quality improvement initiatives
- Build effective relationships with patients, colleagues, community partners, vendors, and other stakeholders to enhance patient care and satisfaction
- Serve as a clinical resource and support community health initiatives
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
What We Are Looking For
Required Education and Experience
- Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree from an accredited medical school
- Completion of residency and/or fellowship training in cardiothoracic surgery
Required Licensure and Certification
- Current, unrestricted Texas medical license
- Board-certified or board-eligible by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
If you are a skilled and compassionate Cardiothoracic Surgeon seeking to advance your career in a collaborative environment with access to advanced surgical technologies and a dedicated multidisciplinary team, we encourage you to apply today and explore this exciting opportunity.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an M.D. or D.O. degree and have completed residency or fellowship training in cardiothoracic surgery. A current, unrestricted Texas medical license and board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Surgery — Physician Career Context
Of the 47 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 96% have no call, 83% require no weekends.
Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 11.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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