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Posted: 04-Jan-23
Location: Killeen, Texas
Salary: Open
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Internal Number: 22023537rxv_31_1
Baylor Scott and White Health is seeking an outstanding BC/BE Thoracic Surgeon to join the Division of Thoracic Surgery, within the Department of Surgery in Temple, TX. The ideal candidate will be proficient in all aspects of adult thoracic surgery and expected to contribute to the growth and development of disease based programs in partnership with the Divisions of Oncology and Pulmonary Medicine.
Our team of highly-experienced surgeons and healthcare providers treat a variety of chest disorders, including benign and malignant conditions. Our system provides innovative care and technology, including minimally-invasive techniques, such as: Video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS); Laparoscopic surgery; Mediastinoscopy; Endoscopy; and Robotic surgery.
We also wish to expand the depth and breadth of general thoracic services offered and maintain the highest quality care.
Qualifications:
- Fellowship training in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
- Experience in an academic setting is preferred.
- 5+ years of Post Training, experience preferred, but exceptions possible.
The ideal candidate should have:
- Completed ACGME-accredited cardiothoracic residency program.
- Ability to provide the full spectrum of non-cardiac general thoracic surgical services, including treatment of benign and malignant pulmonary and esophageal disorders.
- Added training or qualifications in minimally invasive surgical techniques, including robotics, is required.
- Interest in foregut, esophageal & interventional airway procedures is desired.
- Potential for airway interventions including EBUS and esophageal interventions, including benign foregut procedures including Heller myotomy, fundoplication, and stenting
- The Division also committed to supporting the right individual develop his / her research interest.
For preliminary inquiries, please contact: Teresa Washington, SHRM-CP, Sr. Physician Recruiter | Teresa.Washington1@BSWHealth.org | 512-509-0034
About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Temple is a 574-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital with a Level I Trauma designation. In 2018, the hospital was ranked as one of the top 100 hospitals and one of the top 15 teaching hospitals in the United States by Thomson Reuters. The hospital has 31 accredited residency and fellowship programs that include specialties in emergency medicine and radiology and offers a well-established and respected chaplain resident program.
About the Community
Temple is regarded as one of the best areas to live and work in Texas and was ranked the sixth most affordable place to live in the U.S. in 2019. In addition to no state taxes, Temple enjoys a robust economy, and a cost of living that’s lower than the national average. Served by four independent school districts and nationally recognized Temple College, the community places a high priority on education. Dubbed the “Wildflower Capital of Texas,” Temple lies along the famous Texas Wildflower Trail and is the demographic center of the state, with convenient access to major cities including Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Doctorate Degree in Medicine
Licensed to Practice Medicine in the state of Texas by the Texas Medical Board
Employee shall be currently board certified in his or her specialty or demonstrate active pursuit of board certification as defined by the appropriate specialty board of the American Board of Medical Specialties or the Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists.
Five of our hospitals made Healthgrades’ America’s 250 Best Hospitals list, indicating they are in the top 5% in the nation for overall clinical excellence.
