Thoracic Surgeon

Allina Health; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 595,000 - 625,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Paid Caregiver Leave

Voluntary Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement or CME

Student Loan Support

Job summary

Allina Health in Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN is seeking a fellowship-trained Thoracic Surgeon to join our growing thoracic oncology program.

You will provide advanced care for lung cancer and other thoracic diseases, with emphasis on robotic surgery, VATS, bronchoscopy, and esophageal procedures. This role offers a comprehensive practice within a multidisciplinary cancer institute, with weekly tumor boards and collaborative colleagues, a supportive team including PAs and nurses, and shared call

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree and thoracic surgery training
• Board certification in thoracic surgery required
• Eligible for Minnesota licensure
• 2+ years in thoracic or cardiothoracic surgery with focus on thoracic malignancy
• 2+ years robotic surgical experience

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat patients with lung cancer and other thoracic diseases
• Perform open and minimally invasive thoracic procedures including robotic surgery and VATS
• Participate in weekly multidisciplinary tumor boards
• Collaborate with a team of physician assistants, nurses, and coordinators
• Share call coverage with the thoracic surgery team

Skills

Thoracic oncology

Robotic surgery

VATS

Bronchoscopy

Esophageal procedures

Team collaboration

Education

MD or DO degree

Thoracic Surgery training program

Board Certified in Thoracic Surgery

Tools

Robotic surgery systems

VATS equipment

Job description

Thoracic Oncology and Robotic Surgery | Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota

Pay Range: $595,000 to $625,000 per year, plus additional incentives

Join a growing, system-wide cancer program and help advance comprehensive thoracic oncology care across the Allina Health service region.

Job Summary

Allina Health is seeking a fellowship-trained Thoracic Surgeon to join our growing, system-wide cancer program in the Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota, region. This opportunity is ideal for a thoracic surgeon with expertise in thoracic oncology, minimally invasive thoracic surgery, robotic surgery, video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS), advanced bronchoscopy, and esophageal procedures.

As part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary cancer institute, you will provide advanced surgical care for patients with lung cancer and other diseases of the chest, mediastinum, pleura, chest wall, and esophagus. You will have the opportunity to develop your thoracic surgery practice while contributing to a forward-thinking program focused on clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate, patient-centered cancer care.

Key Position Details

• Comprehensive Thoracic Oncology Practice: Evaluate and treat patients with lung cancer, chest wall tumors, mediastinal disease, pleural disease, esophageal conditions, and other complex thoracic conditions.
• Advanced Surgical Procedures: Perform a broad range of open and minimally invasive thoracic procedures, including robotic thoracic surgery, VATS, advanced bronchoscopy, and endoscopic procedures involving the lungs and esophagus.
• Weekly Schedule: Includes Clinic, OR, and time for administrative duties.
• Shared Call Coverage: Participate in a call schedule shared among the thoracic surgeons.
• Collaborative Thoracic Surgery Team: Join a close-knit team of three thoracic surgeons supported by physician assistants, a nurse navigator, clinic registered nurses, and a provider coordinator.
• Multidisciplinary Cancer Care: Participate in weekly multidisciplinary tumor boards and collaborate with oncology specialists across the Allina Health cancer program.
• Opportunity to Grow Your Practice: Help shape the continued development of thoracic oncology services within a growing, integrated health system.

Practice Location

Build your thoracic oncology practice in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area while serving patients throughout the broader Allina Health service region.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO degree (or foreign equivalent)
• Completion of an accredited Thoracic Surgery training program
• Board Certified in Thoracic Surgery
• Eligible for unrestricted medical licensure in Minnesota
• 2+ years of trained thoracic or cardiothoracic surgeon with an emphasis in thoracic malignancy
• 2+ years of robotic surgical skills

Minneapolis Lifestyle

Enjoy living and practicing in the vibrant Twin Cities, consistently ranked among the nation's best places to live. Minneapolis offers:

• Outstanding public and private schools
• World-class arts, culture, and dining
• Extensive parks, lakes, and outdoor recreation
• A thriving healthcare and innovation community
• Convenient access to an international airport

Benefits

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

Allina Health – About Us

A major regional health system. With a team of 27,000 strong, Allina Health operates 12 hospitals, more than 60 clinics, and 100+ specialty care sites. Learn More

Commitment to communities. Allina Health has a 140-year connection to our diverse communities. We make a difference through local health initiatives, volunteerism, and revitalization efforts in the places where we operate. Learn more