Baylor Scott & White Health
Overview
Baylor Scott and White Health is seeking an outstanding academic BC/BE Thoracic Surgeon to join the Division of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, within the Department of Surgery in Temple, TX. The ideal candidate will be proficient in all aspects of non-cardiac adult thoracic surgery and contribute to the growth and development of disease-based programs in partnership with the Divisions of Oncology and Pulmonary Medicine. The candidate will also contribute to expanding the depth and breadth of general thoracic surgical services while maintaining the highest quality of care. Our team treats a variety of chest disorders, including benign and malignant conditions, using innovative state-of-the-art care and technology, including minimally invasive techniques such as video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) and robotic surgery. This is an employed career opportunity with a generous benefits package that offers work-life balance, a competitive salary, productivity bonus, moving allowance, and no state income tax. Responsibilities
The successful candidate will: Provide the full spectrum of non-cardiac adult thoracic surgical services, including treatment of benign and malignant pulmonary and esophageal disorders. Contribute to disease-based programs in collaboration with Oncology and Pulmonary Medicine divisions. Expand the depth and breadth of general thoracic surgical services while maintaining high-quality patient care. Engage in teaching and mentoring within an academic clinical setting and participate in the program’s research activities. Qualifications
Residency or Fellowship training in Cardiothoracic Surgery. Experience in an academic setting is preferred. 5+ years of post-training experience is preferred, with exceptions possible. The Ideal Candidate Should Have
Completed ACGME-accredited thoracic tract cardiothoracic surgery residency or fellowship. Ability to provide full spectrum of non-cardiac adult thoracic surgical services, including treatment of benign and malignant pulmonary and esophageal disorders. Training/experience in foregut and esophageal procedures (e.g., Heller myotomy, fundoplication, stenting). Training/experience in interventional airway procedures including EBUS and stenting. Added training or qualifications in minimally invasive surgical techniques, including robotics, is preferred. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A passion for teaching and mentoring. Academic appointment at the level of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor through Baylor College of Medicine will be determined by experience and qualifications. The Division also has an active research program and supports the development of individual research interests in addition to clinical practice. Benefits
Immediate eligibility for health and wellness benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% 457(f) savings plan with employer contribution CME reimbursement and paid time off Relocation assistance packages How to Apply
Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV and cover letter to: Teresa Washington, SHRM-CP, Sr. Physician Recruiter: Teresa.Washington1@BSWHealth.org About Baylor Scott And White Medical Center – Temple
Baylor Scott and White Medical Center – Temple is a 640-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital and the only Level I Trauma Center between Dallas and Austin. In 2025 Fortune Magazine ranked the hospital No. 1 among teaching hospitals with a cardiovascular residency program. The hospital has 31 residency and fellowship programs. About Baylor Scott and White Health System - Central Texas: as the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas, Baylor Scott and White Health includes 52 hospitals, 800+ patient care sites, 7,300 physicians, 49,000 employees, and the Scott and White Health Plan. Qualifications
Doctorate Degree in Medicine Licensed to Practice Medicine in the state of Texas by the Texas Medical Board Board certification or equivalent in their specialty as applicable Five of our hospitals made Healthgrades' America\'s 250 Best Hospitals list, indicating top 5% national clinical excellence.
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Baylor Scott and White Health is seeking an outstanding academic BC/BE Thoracic Surgeon to join the Division of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, within the Department of Surgery in Temple, TX. The ideal candidate will be proficient in all aspects of non-cardiac adult thoracic surgery and contribute to the growth and development of disease-based programs in partnership with the Divisions of Oncology and Pulmonary Medicine. The candidate will also contribute to expanding the depth and breadth of general thoracic surgical services while maintaining the highest quality of care. Our team treats a variety of chest disorders, including benign and malignant conditions, using innovative state-of-the-art care and technology, including minimally invasive techniques such as video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) and robotic surgery. This is an employed career opportunity with a generous benefits package that offers work-life balance, a competitive salary, productivity bonus, moving allowance, and no state income tax. Responsibilities
The successful candidate will: Provide the full spectrum of non-cardiac adult thoracic surgical services, including treatment of benign and malignant pulmonary and esophageal disorders. Contribute to disease-based programs in collaboration with Oncology and Pulmonary Medicine divisions. Expand the depth and breadth of general thoracic surgical services while maintaining high-quality patient care. Engage in teaching and mentoring within an academic clinical setting and participate in the program’s research activities. Qualifications
Residency or Fellowship training in Cardiothoracic Surgery. Experience in an academic setting is preferred. 5+ years of post-training experience is preferred, with exceptions possible. The Ideal Candidate Should Have
Completed ACGME-accredited thoracic tract cardiothoracic surgery residency or fellowship. Ability to provide full spectrum of non-cardiac adult thoracic surgical services, including treatment of benign and malignant pulmonary and esophageal disorders. Training/experience in foregut and esophageal procedures (e.g., Heller myotomy, fundoplication, stenting). Training/experience in interventional airway procedures including EBUS and stenting. Added training or qualifications in minimally invasive surgical techniques, including robotics, is preferred. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A passion for teaching and mentoring. Academic appointment at the level of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor through Baylor College of Medicine will be determined by experience and qualifications. The Division also has an active research program and supports the development of individual research interests in addition to clinical practice. Benefits
Immediate eligibility for health and wellness benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% 457(f) savings plan with employer contribution CME reimbursement and paid time off Relocation assistance packages How to Apply
Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV and cover letter to: Teresa Washington, SHRM-CP, Sr. Physician Recruiter: Teresa.Washington1@BSWHealth.org About Baylor Scott And White Medical Center – Temple
Baylor Scott and White Medical Center – Temple is a 640-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital and the only Level I Trauma Center between Dallas and Austin. In 2025 Fortune Magazine ranked the hospital No. 1 among teaching hospitals with a cardiovascular residency program. The hospital has 31 residency and fellowship programs. About Baylor Scott and White Health System - Central Texas: as the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas, Baylor Scott and White Health includes 52 hospitals, 800+ patient care sites, 7,300 physicians, 49,000 employees, and the Scott and White Health Plan. Qualifications
Doctorate Degree in Medicine Licensed to Practice Medicine in the state of Texas by the Texas Medical Board Board certification or equivalent in their specialty as applicable Five of our hospitals made Healthgrades' America\'s 250 Best Hospitals list, indicating top 5% national clinical excellence.
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