THORACIC SURGEON

Srobotics; Melbourne (FL); Hybrid; USD 350,000 - 450,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No Florida state income tax

Access to beautiful Atlantic beaches

Year-round recreational activities

Job summary

Health First in Melbourne, Florida, is seeking a Thoracic Surgeon to join its surgical team. This role offers a chance to work with advanced surgical technology and a dedicated support team in a high-acuity referral center.

The position is ideal for those seeking an exceptional career opportunity while enjoying a coastal lifestyle with no state income tax and access to world-famous attractions.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in robotics for surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Join a collaborative surgical team in Melbourne, Florida.
• Practice within a high-acuity referral center.
• Manage thoracic diseases with a multidisciplinary approach.

Skills

Robotics experience

Job description

THORACIC SURGEON

Opening in Melbourne, Florida

Health First is seeking a Thoracic Surgeon to join our growing surgical team in Melbourne, Florida. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice within a highly integrated healthcare system while benefiting from advanced surgical technology, robust clinical support, and a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

Designed for Surgical Efficiency

• Clinic located just steps from the Operating Room and ICU
• Established Lung Nodule Clinic in partnership with Oncology
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to thoracic disease management
• Practice within a high-acuity referral center serving Florida’s Space Coast
• Exceptional clinical support featuring a dedicated team of 4 Physician Assistants, 2 Nurse Practitioners, and 1 RN First Assistant

Advanced Technology

• Robotics experience required
• Access to state-of-the-art robotic surgical platforms
• Practice in a system recognized for innovation and advanced surgical capabilities

Key Distinctions Include

• Regional tertiary referral center
• More than 570 medical staff members
• The Heart Center performs more cardiac procedures than any other hospital in Brevard County
• Only state-accredited Level II Trauma Center serving Brevard and Indian River Counties
• Advanced robotic surgery program
• Primary Stroke Center recognized with the American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines Gold Award
• Advanced Interventional Neuro‑Radiology services unavailable elsewhere in Brevard County

Live Where Others Vacation

Brevard County offers an outstanding lifestyle that combines coastal living with professional opportunity.

Enjoy

• Miles of beautiful Atlantic beaches
• Year‑round boating, fishing, and surfing
• Rocket launches from Kennedy Space Center
• Highly rated public schools, with 98% earning A/B grades
• No Florida state income tax
• Easy access to Orlando’s world‑famous attractions, entertainment, and international airport

Whether you're seeking a thriving surgical practice, cutting‑edge technology, or a better work‑life balance, Florida’s Space Coast offers the opportunity to build an exceptional career and lifestyle.

Join Health First and help shape the future of thoracic surgery on Florida’s Space Coast.