THORACIC SURGEON

Job Description

Job Description

As a Thoracic Surgeon within our organization’s healthcare team, you will play a pivotal role in advancing medical practices related to thoracic trauma, oncology, and respiratory health. Your responsibilities will include assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients with surgical requirements pertaining to the vascular system, as well as performing necessary surgical procedures. By joining the Army Medical Corps, you will not only contribute to the well-being of our Soldiers and the nation but also gain access to unique opportunities such as participating in humanitarian efforts, receiving leadership training, and enjoying a comprehensive benefits package. Collaborate with top-tier professionals in the field and help push the limits of thoracic surgery.

Benefits may include:

• Annual repayment of eligible education loans to the lending institution, spread over a maximum of three years during your service.
• Depending on your specialty, you might qualify for an accessions bonus, distributed over a four-year period while serving.
• Access to no-cost or low-cost medical and dental care for you and your family.
• 30 days of paid vacation accrued each year, along with commissary and post exchange shopping privileges, and enrollment in the Uniformed Services Blended Retirement System.
• Specialized training aimed at developing your leadership skills in the medical field.

Requirements:

• A Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy degree from an accredited U.S. medical or osteopathic school; foreign graduates may apply with a permanent certificate from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates.
• A current medical license to practice in the United States, District of Columbia, or Puerto Rico.
• Eligibility for board certification.
• Completion of at least one year in an accredited graduate medical education internship.
• Successful completion of a thoracic surgery training program.
• Ages between 21 and 42 (with waivers considered on an individual basis).
• Must be a U.S. citizen.