Surgery, Surgeon

Our organization is actively seeking a talented and personable full-time thoracic surgeon to join the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at a prominent hospital in Erie, PA.

The Division of Thoracic and Foregut Surgery is looking for an early to mid-career surgeon who has a keen interest and expertise in minimally invasive and robotic thoracic surgery. This role is part of a well-established general thoracic practice at our facility.

• Recent graduates (within the last 1-2 years) from recognized general thoracic residency programs with experience in pulmonary and foregut surgery are preferred.
• Graduates from non-tracked cardiothoracic programs with strong recommendations will also be considered.
• Mid-career applicants should demonstrate robust skills in minimally invasive techniques, including experience with robotic surgery.

Our facility is a 423-bed hospital that provides a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services. It serves as a regional referral center and is designated as a Level II Trauma Center. The thoracic oncology practice operates in collaboration with the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, recognized as a Comprehensive Cancer Center by the National Cancer Institute.

The successful candidate will join a well-established minimally invasive thoracic surgery practice, equipped with advanced technologies such as the da Vinci Xi system and Monarch robotic bronchoscopy. The existing team also handles a significant volume of minimally invasive benign esophageal surgeries.

The role will encompass all facets of general thoracic surgery, with a particular focus on thoracic oncology.

A competitive salary will be offered, aligned with MGMA metrics.

If you are an early to mid-career surgeon with a passion for minimally invasive and robotic techniques, we encourage you to consider this exciting opportunity.