Pediatric Cardiology Physician - New Braunfels/San Marcos, TX
Baylor College of Medicine
San Antonio, TX
Job posting number: #7368574 (Ref:25811-en_US)
Posted: August 17, 2026
Job Description
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.
Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.
