Cardiovascular Surgeon

Baylor Scott and White Health is seeking an outstanding academic BC/BE Cardiovascular Surgeon to join the Division of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, within the Department of Surgery in Temple, TX. The Central Texas region is the fastest growing area of the country and has attracted several noteworthy and diverse industries (Meta, Apple and Samsung to name a few) in recent years. The Cardiovascular Surgery program, under new leadership, is experiencing steady growth that is anticipated to continue for the foreseeable future. Among its many highlights is the robust and growing Advanced Surgical Heart Failure Program. 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.

Joining the Baylor Scott and White Health team of medical professionals is a calling that is both fulfilling and rewarding. Our culture thrives in a physician-led spirit of excellence. Becoming a member of our multidisciplinary team grants you access to collegiality, innovation and advanced resources in technology. National and regional recognition of our hospitals by U.S. News & World Report is a reflection of our talent and commitment to advanced quality care that is safe and compassionate. 

Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will be proficient in all aspects of adult cardiac surgery and expected to contribute to the growth and development of disease-based programs in partnership with the Divisions of Cardiology and Vascular Surgery 
• Interest in aortic and/or advanced heart failure surgery
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• A passion for teaching and mentoring 
• 5 years of experience preferred

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, including its own biostatistician, and is committed to supporting the development of individual research interests in addition to one’s clinical practice. 

Benefits:

Our competitive benefits package includes the following:

• 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 
• Excellent Relocation Assistance packages

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 and in 2022, the hospital ranked No.5 among the top 15 teaching hospitals in the United States by Thomson Reuters. The hospital has 31 highly regarded accredited residency and fellowship programs.

About Baylor Scott and White Health System - Central Texas

As the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States, Baylor Scott and White Health was born from the 2013 combination of Baylor Health Care System and Scott and White Healthcare. Today, Baylor Scott and White includes 52 hospitals, more than 800 patient care sites, 7,300 active physicians, over 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

-              Where Applicable- 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.