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Compensation
$325,000–$425,000 per year
Board certification is particularly appropriate to represent in your SMVIA Certifications structure, while the Florida medical license belongs under Professional Licenses. U.S. physicians and surgeons must be licensed by the state in which they practice; board certification is a separate professional credential.
Preferred Qualifications
Schedule: Full-time, with shared call responsibilities Start Date: Flexible
Cardiothoracic Surgeon
Dallas, Texas
Full-time · On-site
Published Aug 26, 2026
6 open positions
$550,000–$750,000 per year
Position Summary SM VIA Medical Center is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Cardiothoracic Surgeon to join our multidisciplinary cardiovascular team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive surgical care for patients with complex cardiac and thoracic conditions while working closely with cardiologists, anesthesiologists, intensivists, advanced practice providers, and other surgical specialists. Key Responsibilities Evaluate patients referred for cardiothoracic surgical care. Perform cardiac and thoracic surgical procedures within granted clinical privileges. Provide preoperative evaluation and postoperative management. Participate in inpatient consultations and shared call coverage. Collaborate with cardiology, critical care, anesthesia, and other specialty teams. Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences. Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation. Support quality-improvement and patient-safety initiatives. Participate in clinical education and mentoring when appropriate. Required Qualifications MD or DO degree. Completion of an accredited surgical residency. Completion of Cardiothoracic Surgery training or fellowship. Board Certified or Board Eligible in Cardiothoracic Surgery. Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain one. Eligibility for hospital credentialing and surgical privileges. Strong clinical, communication, and multidisciplinary teamwork skills. Board certification/eligibility and eligibility for state medical licensure are typical requirements in current U.S. cardiothoracic surgery recruitment. Preferred Qualifications 3+ years of post-training surgical experience. Experience with minimally invasive surgical techniques. Experience working in a high-acuity cardiovascular program. Interest in clinical leadership and program development. Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary cardiovascular teams. Benefits Competitive base compensation Performance incentives Sign-on bonus Medical, dental, and vision insurance Retirement plan Paid professional liability coverage CME allowance and CME time Paid time off Licensing and professional dues support Relocation assistance Schedule: Full-time Call: Shared surgical call rotation Relocation Assistance: Available Visa Support: Available Start Date: Flexible