Posted: 26-Nov-24
Location: Lubbock, Texas
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Internal Number: 26891
Seeking a full-time board-eligible/board-certified Pediatric Surgeon to join a well-established team at Covenant Medical Group?s growing surgical practice in Lubbock. You will work in the only licensed, freestanding children?s hospital in the region and benefit from 24/7 intensivist coverage. This practice offers a large pediatric referral base, membership on the Pediatric Trauma team and the opportunity to teach with Texas Tech Health Science Center, if desired. Enjoy outstanding quality of life in the beautiful and welcoming city of Lubbock, the heart of west Texas.
- Full-time position
- 1:3 call schedule
- Competitive compensation and benefits package, including a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance and a living stipend for those still in residency
- Experienced surgeon preferred, but new graduates are welcome to apply
Where You?ll Work
Covenant Children?s Hospital is the first and only licensed freestanding children?s hospital in Lubbock and the surrounding region. As such, it offers a full range of multispecialty services to only child patients across Texas and New Mexico. The hospital therefore prioritizes board-certified pediatric specialists who have undergone years of kid-specific training - which allows patients to receive the highest quality pediatric care possible.
Where You?ll Live
Lubbock is the medical hub for West Texas and Eastern New Mexico with a strong multicultural metro population of 324,553. Lubbock offers the most comprehensive health care services available between Dallas and Phoenix. Known nationwide as a great place to raise a family, Lubbock residents enjoy modest traffic, low cost of living, and great seasonal weather. The symphony, an active art community and excellent recreational activities make Lubbock an ideal place to settle down. For quick getaways or longer trips, Lubbock has daily direct flights to Denver, Dallas, Austin, Houston, and Las Vegas. Lubbock also has top-tier schools at all levels of education, both private and public.
Who You?ll Work For
Covenant Health is a comprehensive health network serving West Texas and Eastern New Mexico. Part of the Providence family, Covenant employs more than 12,000, including 600 physicians at five hospitals, with more than 975 beds, and 20 clinics. Headquartered in Lubbock, Texas, Covenant includes multiple Centers of Excellence, including the Joe Arrington Cancer Center and the Covenant NeuroScience Institute. It is dedicated to its mission to serve all, especially those who are poor and vulnerable.
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran
Job ID Number: 26891