Cardio-Thoracic Surgery - Physician

Sutter West Bay Medical Group (San Francisco, CA) - Sutter Health Valley Area; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 560,000 - 783,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

CME allowance

Retirement program

Malpractice coverage

Leadership and professional develop.

Teaching, mentorship, and research

Job summary

Sutter West Bay Medical Group in the San Francisco Bay Area seeks a Board-Certified Thoracic Surgeon with expertise in robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) and VATS to lead a growing thoracic oncology program. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance innovation, quality outcomes, and patient-centered care across our integrated system.

The role offers growth opportunities, participation in research and teaching, a signing bonus, relocation assistance, and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Board Certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
• Completion of an accredited General Surgery residency.
• Completion of an accredited Thoracic or Cardiothoracic Surgery fellowship.

Responsibilities

• Perform thoracic procedures including lobectomy, segmentectomy, lung-sparing resections, and complex chest wall procedures using RATS and VATS.
• Lead growth and development of robotic thoracic surgery capabilities and access.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for thoracic oncology care and tumor boards.
• Drive quality improvement, teaching, and research within the program.
• Participate in equitable call schedules and inpatient coverage as needed.

Skills

Robotic thoracic surgery (RATS)

VATS

Leadership

Program development

Education

MD or DO degree

General Surgery residency

Thoracic or Cardiothoracic Surgery fellowship

Board Certification in Thoracic Surgery

California medical license eligibility

Job description

Shape the Future of Thoracic Surgery in Northern California - San Francisco Bay Area, California

Sutter West Bay Medical Group is seeking an accomplished Board-Certified Thoracic Surgeon to join our growing thoracic surgery program in the San Francisco Bay Area. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced thoracic surgeon with advanced expertise in robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) and video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) to help lead the continued growth and strategic development of a premier thoracic oncology program. The successful candidate will serve as a clinical leader, collaborating with multidisciplinary specialists to advance innovation, quality outcomes, and patient-centered care across our integrated healthcare system. We are seeking a surgeon who is passionate about delivering exceptional clinical care while helping define the future of minimally invasive thoracic surgery throughout Northern California.

Opportunity Highlights

• Leadership role with responsibility for advancing minimally invasive and robotic thoracic surgery
• Established and growing thoracic oncology program
• Access to state-of-the-art robotic surgical technology and comprehensive support services
• Collaborative multidisciplinary care model with oncology, pulmonology, radiology, pathology, and primary care partners
• Opportunity to participate in research, teaching, mentorship, and program development
• Competitive compensation package with signing bonus, relocation assistance, and comprehensive benefits
• Practice within one of Northern California's leading integrated healthcare organizations

Position Responsibilities Clinical Excellence

• Perform a broad spectrum of thoracic surgical procedures with a focus on:
  • Lobectomy
  • Segmentectomy
  • Lung-sparing resections
  • Complex chest wall procedures
  • Utilize advanced minimally invasive techniques, including robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) and VATS
  • Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with benign and malignant thoracic conditions
  • Deliver evidence-based, patient-centered surgical care with an emphasis on clinical quality and outcomes
• Program Development & Leadership
  • Help shape the vision and growth strategy for thoracic surgery services across the region
  • Lead efforts to expand robotic thoracic surgery capabilities and access
  • Develop and standardize clinical pathways to optimize patient outcomes and experience
  • Partner with operational and physician leadership to drive service-line growth and innovation
• Multidisciplinary Thoracic Oncology Care
  • Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and case conferences
  • Collaborate closely with medical oncology, radiation oncology, pulmonology, radiology, pathology, and primary care physicians
  • Develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with thoracic malignancies
  • Support seamless care coordination throughout the patient journey
• Quality & Academic Engagement
  • Advance quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical excellence initiatives
  • Participate in peer review and performance improvement programs
  • Contribute to academic activities, physician education, and clinical research opportunities
  • Support the ongoing development of future physicians through mentorship and teaching
• Call Responsibilities
  • Participate in an equitable call schedule
  • Provide inpatient consultation and emergency thoracic surgery coverage as needed

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Completion of an accredited General Surgery residency
• Completion of an accredited Thoracic or Cardiothoracic Surgery fellowship
• Board Certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
• Eligibility for an unrestricted California medical license
• DEA registration and hospital privileging eligibility

Preferred Experience

• 5+ years of attending-level thoracic surgery experience
• Demonstrated expertise in robotic-assisted thoracic surgery (RATS) and VATS
• Proven success in building clinical programs and multidisciplinary partnerships
• Experience in thoracic oncology program development and leadership strongly preferred

Practice Environment

• You’ll join a highly collaborative, physician-led organization with access to:
• Comprehensive cancer services
• Advanced imaging and diagnostic capabilities
• Interventional and pulmonary medicine specialists
• Critical care and perioperative support
• Integrated electronic medical records
• Multidisciplinary thoracic oncology conferences
• Strong administrative and operational infrastructure

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation Range:

$559,583 - $782,917 annually

In addition, we offer:

• Signing bonus
• Relocation assistance
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous CME allowance
• Robust retirement program
• Malpractice coverage
• Leadership and professional development opportunities
• Teaching, mentorship, and research involvement

About Sutter West Bay Medical Group

Sutter West Bay Medical Group is a premier multispecialty physician organization with approximately 380 physicians serving communities throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Supported by Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation, our physicians practice in a collaborative, integrated environment that promotes innovation, quality, and patient-centered care while providing the resources and support necessary to thrive professionally.

Live, Work, and Thrive in San Francisco

Practice medicine in one of the nation's most dynamic and desirable metropolitan regions. San Francisco offers an exceptional blend of professional opportunity, cultural diversity, and natural beauty. Physicians enjoy access to world-renowned dining, arts, entertainment, and professional sports, along with easy access to Napa Valley, Lake Tahoe, Marin County, and the California coast. Whether you enjoy hiking, cycling, sailing, wine country weekends, or vibrant urban living, the Bay Area offers an unmatched lifestyle. Combined with a highly educated population, leading academic institutions, and a culture of innovation, San Francisco is an outstanding place to build both a career and a life.