Baylor College of Medicine and Department Summary:
The Department of Pediatrics seeks a full-time General Pediatric Cardiology Physician to join our growing team at CHRISTUS Children's, with primary clinic locations in New Braunfels and San Marcos, Texas. This position carries a faculty appointment within the Department of Pediatrics, a competitive salary, and a full benefits package. The rank of the academic appointment will be commensurate with the candidate's credentials and experience.
About CHRISTUS Children's and Baylor College of Medicine:
Serving as a focal point for pediatric services throughout the community, CHRISTUS Children's in San Antonio is a world-class children's hospital-both inside and out. In February 2013, CHRISTUS Children's finalized an agreement with Baylor College of Medicine, ranked the #6 medical school by U.S. News & World Report in 2020-21. Baylor College of Medicine recruits, employs, and oversees physicians at CHRISTUS Children's.
Baylor College of Medicine (www.bcm.edu) is recognized as one of the nation's premier academic health science centers and is known for excellence in education, research, healthcare, and community service. BCM is currently associated with multiple educational, healthcare, and research affiliates. Joining our team means practicing within a collaborative, academically engaged division-one that combines the resources and reach of a leading medical school with the mission-driven, family-centered culture of a dedicated children's hospital.
Summary
The successful candidate will provide comprehensive general pediatric cardiology care in the outpatient and inpatient settings, serving as the primary cardiologist for our New Braunfels and San Marcos clinics. The role blends broad clinical practice with the teaching and scholarly opportunities of an academic faculty appointment and offers the chance to help grow our regional outreach program.
What We Offer:
- Faculty appointment within the Baylor College of Medicine Department of Pediatrics; rank commensurate with credentials and experience.
- Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
- A supportive, collaborative division with strong ties to a leading academic medical center.
- Meaningful teaching opportunities across medical students, residents, and fellows.
Job Duties
Primary responsibilities include:
- Outpatient general cardiology clinics in New Braunfels and San Marcos.
- Inpatient care, including echocardiography and consult service.
- Outpatient clinic-based echocardiography and scheduled calls.
- Teach students and residents.
- Scholarly activity, QI, and research* as interest allows.
Minimum Qualifications
- M.D., D.O., or M.D./Ph.D. degree.
- Board certification in General Pediatrics with subspecialty certification in Pediatric Cardiology by the American Board of Pediatrics (or eligible for same).
- Licensed by the Texas Medical Board (or eligible for same).
- 3-5 years of related experience.
- Leadership experience, preferred.
- Clinical or scholarly interest in program development, quality improvement, or research, preferred.
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.