How much does a Cardiothoracic Surgeon make in Houston, TX? The average Cardiothoracic Surgeon salary in Houston, TX is $526,200 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $421,800 and $659,600. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salary $326,749 Houston,TX April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salary $421,800 Houston,TX April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salary $526,200 Houston,TX April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salary $659,600 Houston,TX April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salary $781,054 Houston,TX April 24, 2024
25% $421,800 10% $326,749 90% $781,054 75% $659,600 $526,200 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Cardiothoracic Surgeon determines which instruments and method of surgery will be most successful in achieving desired outcome. Specializes in the diagnosis, medical management, and surgical treatment of patients with diseases of the heart and lungs. Being a Cardiothoracic Surgeon reviews patient history and confirms need for surgery. Identifies need for tests or follow-up visits. In addition, Cardiothoracic Surgeon may provide medical personnel with direction concerning patient care. May provide in-service training as needed to address new technology in health care treatment. Provides charting in compliance with all laws and regulations. Requires a special degree in medicine from an accredited school. Typically reports to the chief of surgery. Requires a license to practice. Cardiothoracic Surgeon's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Job Openings for Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Houston, TX
  • Cardiothoracic Surgeon - Houston Methodist Baytown. Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital Department of Cardiovascular Surgery Associates, Houston Methodist S...
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  • Description. The Dell Medical School at the University of Texas at Austin, in partnership with Ascension Texas, is seeking a skilled and dedicated Cardioth...
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  • Cardiothoracic Surgeon - Houston Methodist Baytown. Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital Department of Cardiovascular Surgery Associates, Houston Methodist S...
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  • We are recruiting a well-trained Cardiothoracic / Cardiovascular Surgeon to join our practice who can perform the complex typical surgical procedures assoc...
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  • Texas-Sized Opportunity for Cardiothoracic Surgeon. BSA Cardiothoracic Surgery department provides the highest quality, patient-centered cardiac care to th...
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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

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