Thoracic Surgeon

Horizon Health Network; Saint John; On-site; CAD 581,000 - 787,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Urban recruitment incentive $50,000

Job summary

The Saint John Regional Hospital division of Horizon Health Network seeks a General Thoracic Surgeon to join a regional program focused on lung, esophageal and mediastinal disease. Expect collaboration with NB Heart Centre, Trauma Services, and Oncology, with access to a robotic system, MIS suite, and ongoing capital upgrades.

Academic affiliation with Dalhousie University NB is available, with research and education opportunities and a competitive base salary plus on-call stipends.

Qualifications

• Medical degree from a recognized medical school with postgraduate thoracic training.
• Eligible for licensure with the provincial College of Physicians and Surgeons.
• Advanced MIS skills and experience in acute care settings.
• Proven ability to work in a collaborative, teaching hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient thoracic surgical care and participate in on-call duties.
• Collaborate with cardiac surgery, ICU, oncology, radiology and other services.
• Utilize MIS, robotic, and endoscopic platforms in procedures.
• Engage in education, research, and quality improvement activities.

Skills

Acute care experience

Advanced MIS skills

Education

Medical Degree

Postgraduate training in General Thoracic Surgery

Royal College certification

Tools

da Vinci Xi robot

Illumisite bronchoscopy

Job description

Thoracic Surgeon

Language: English essential, Location: Saint John area (Horizon), Type: Permanent Full Time, _Physician / Medical Specialist - Saint John, New Brunswick - Permanent Full Time

Competition #: THORSURG2026

Posted: September 9, 2026

Closes: November 30, 2026 at 11:59 pm Atlantic Standard Time

Job Classification: Physician

Job Classification Type: Physician

Job Type: Permanent Full Time

This is the life-changing opportunityyou’vebeen looking for.Join a division that believes in collaboration, teamwork, research, medical education, innovation, and excellence in clinical care.

Horizon Health Network is seekingaGeneralThoracic Surgeonto be a part of our Regional Thoracic Surgery Program at the Saint John Regional Hospital-a keycomponentof our province-wide vision for surgical excellence grounded in national best practices.

You’llcollaborate with a wide network including the New Brunswick Heart Centre, Trauma Services, and Medical and Radiation Oncology to deliver integrated, patient-centered care.

This new regional program will deliver care aligned withthe Canadian Association of Thoracic SurgeonsandCancer Care Ontario’sLevel 1 standards, including:

• Multidisciplinary, high-volume surgical practice focused on lung, esophageal, and mediastinal pathology
• Access to advanced diagnostics, interventional radiology, endoscopy, and comprehensive cancer services
• Integration with medical oncology, radiation oncology, trauma, and pulmonary medicine
• Emphasis on rapid access and evidence-based perioperative care
• Technology & Infrastructure:A robotic surgery platform is already in place, with a Hybrid OR currently in development to further enhance the delivery of complex thoracic procedures.
• Collegial Culture: Collaborate with subspecialty teams and join an inclusive, interdisciplinary environment.
• Participation in the CATS National Database Programfacilitatingquality improvement and research opportunities.

Why you should work here

New Brunswick offers a safe and welcoming community with a relaxed lifestyle and a true work-life balance, enriched by its diverse Indigenous, Anglophone, and Francophone heritage.

Horizon Health Network is the largest health authority in the region, employing dedicated professionals focused on delivering high-quality care. Our employees collaborate with community partners to provide accessible health programs and services to over half a million people through our 12 hospitals and more than 100 medical facilities and clinics.

Located on the beautiful bay of Fundy, Saint John offers coastal living, vibrant arts and culinary scenes, and quick access to wilderness—all without the big-city grind.You'llalso enjoy a lower cost of living and a close-knit, welcoming community.

Incentives & Remuneration

Remuneration for this position is based on a recently renewed, competitive New Brunswick Medicare Alternate Funding Plan for Thoracic Surgery. Base salary is $684,000 per annum with incremental increasesin 2027 and 2028. There is anadditionalMandated On-Call stipend of $300.00per day. Medical educationremunerationis based on set Dalhousie University rates.Hours of work are normally provided between 0800 and 1600 Monday to Friday.

Successful applicants may be eligible to receive the following:

• Urban recruitment incentive of $50,000.00 with a 2-year return of service.
• Moving expensereimbursement is also available.

What you will do

The Physician will provide both inpatient and outpatient thoracic surgical care and share on-call duties with the Division. A typical schedule includes:

• Access to a modern MIS suite, da Vinci Xi robot, andIllumisitebronchoscopy platform.
• Collaborative care with cardiac surgery, ICU, respiratory, oncology, radiology, ENT, and plastics.
• Ongoing capital upgrades: new ICU, hybrid OR, endoscopy suite, and oncology clinic.
• Support from a full-time Thoracic Surgery Clinical Assistant.
• Office-based and ambulatory patient care, inpatient rounds, and hospital consults.
• Assigned OR time and 1-in-3on-call coverage, including holidays and weekends.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration and adherence to evidence-based standards.
• Active participation in education, research, and continuous quality improvement.
• Commitment to Horizon Health Network’s mission, values, and AFP deliverables.
• Accurate documentation and coverage planning for absences.

Academic Affiliation: The Saint John Regional Hospital is a teaching hospital and part of Horizon’s strategic plan to grow research and innovation.Members of the Divisionare required tobe part of the medical education program partnering with DalhousieUniversity New Brunswick. Members are eligible for an academic appointment with Dalhousie University

Who you are

• You possess a Medical Degree from a recognized medical school and postgraduate training in General Thoracic Surgery with Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons certification.
• You must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick.
• Written and spoken competence in English isrequiredat an advanced level. Bilingual skills would be considered an asset.
• Proven experience in acute care settingsandpossessadvanced MIS skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure whilemaintaininghigh standardsof patient care.
• Commitment to ongoing education and research within the field of thoracic surgery.