Thoracic Oncologic Surgeon

As a Thoracic Oncologic Surgeon at Allina Health, you will join a dedicated team that is passionate about providing transformative and enhanced care for the many individuals diagnosed with cancer each year in the Minneapolis / St. Paul area.

Our team is deeply committed to the Allina Health Cancer Institutes vision of

being a premier cancer program in the region.

Institute highlights :

Hybrid Academic-Community (Privedemic) model of care - that seeks to

incorporate the best features of academic programs within a easy access,

community focused practice

Our system wide team includes approximately 80 highly trained oncology

providers that span surgical oncology specialties, medical oncology, radiation

oncology and supportive / affiliated oncology specialties

Seventeen locations throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin

Best in class, integrative oncology program

Extensive high-risk cancer surveillance programming

Accredited by ACS, CoC, NAPBC, and APEx in support of oncology quality,

excellence, and stewardship

If you are driven to make a significant impact in cancer care and are looking for a collaborative and innovative environment, consider joining us at Allina Health. Together, we can advance the standard of care for our patients and their families.

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Job Description :

We are seeking an experienced Thoracic Oncologic Surgeonto join

our growing practice in the Twin Cities.

• Our Thoracic Surgery Division is part of the department of Surgical Oncology comprised of Thoracic oncology, Surgical oncology, Urologic oncology and Hepatobiliary divisions. The practice covers all aspects of Thoracic Surgery including benign and malignant conditions of the lungs, mediastinum, pleural space, chest wall.
• The thoracic surgery team consists of 3 thoracic surgeons, 3 PAs, a clinic RN, a thoracic nurse navigator and a provider coordinator.
• Practice calendar includes 2 days in clinic, 2 days in surgery and procedures with 5th day flex for combination of admin time and overflow surgery / procedures.
• Weekly multi-disciplinary tumor board meetings.
• Direct patient care; surgical, inpatient and clinic based thoracic oncology care.

Reviews patients medical history while collecting, prioritizing, and synthesizing comprehensive data pertinent to the patients health or situation.

• Evaluates, interprets, and coordinates information to make decisions and recommendations regarding patient care.
• Works collaboratively with patients to improve their health and well-being.
• Practices in a thoughtful manner including consideration for cultural diversity, individual autonomy and legal responsibilities.
• Treats the full spectrum of benign and malignant disease including diseases of the pleura, lungs, esophagus, mediastinum, and chest wall
• Performs a broad range of thoracic procedures including minimally invasive thoracic surgery, robotic surgery, VATS, advanced bronchoscopy, and endoscopic procedures for lungs and esophagus
• Participates in an established Lung Cancer Screening Program
• Opportunity to perform Robotic foregut surgery and utilize the LINX device and TIF procedures
• Participates in innovative research that includes clinical trials, patient-centered outcomes, and research and scholarly activities across many medical specialties
• Participates in collaborative, cohesive thoracic team in a supportive and committed organizational environment
• Utilize quality improvement tools to develop processes that promote continuous improvement. May participate in peer review and quality assurance.
• May provide care in an ambulatory clinic, inpatient or outpatient hospital setting.
• May participate in on-call rotation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral / Ph.D. level advanced degree in Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or foreign equivalent from an approved school of medicine
• Completion of Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) accredited Residency training program in Thoracic Surgery
• Completion of Thoracic Oncology Fellowship

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of trained thoracic or cardiothoracic surgeon with an emphasis in thoracic malignancy
• 2+ years of robotic surgical skills

Licenses / Certifications

• Licensed Physician - MN Board of Medical Practice required
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Thoracic Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, or in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery by the AOA Board of Surgery required upon hire
• Drug Enforcement Agency Certificate required upon hire
• ACLS-BLS Tier 2 - Allina Health required upon hire

Physical Demands

• Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (
• Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range : $595,000 to $625,000 per year

The pay described reflects the starting base pay range, assuming a full-time FTE. Your starting rate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).

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