Physician Surgery-Thoracic - Competitive Salary

Job Description Thoracic Surgeon opening - Cooperstown, NY 75 miles from Albany, NY; 190 miles from NYC Salary: $550,000-650,000 Sign on Bonus: $100,000 Location: Cooperstown, New York Job Type: Full-time Position Details Perform thoracic surgeries, including minimally invasive and complex procedures. Diagnose and treat conditions affecting the chest and thoracic cavity. Collaborate with surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, pulmonologists, and other specialists to develop comprehensive treatment plans. Provide preoperative and postoperative care to patients. Participate in clinical research and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. Educate patients and families about treatment options and recovery processes. Participate in medical student and General Surgery residency education. Da Vinci Xi Call for thoracic patients is shared with General Surgeons on nights and weekends. Multi-disciplinary tumor board and ACS CoC accredited. Requirements Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution. Completion of a residency in General Surgery and fellowship in Thoracic Surgery or Cardiothoracic Surgery. Board certification or eligibility in Thoracic Surgery. Valid medical license in New York State. Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills. Familiarity with advanced imaging and diagnostic tools. Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous professional development. Benefits Details Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for research, teaching, and professional growth. Supportive and collaborative work environment Base Salary Range: $550,000-650,000. Sign-On Bonus: Up to $100,000 Paid Time Off: 22 business days per year, with 10 days of CME, 4 personal days and a $4,500 CME annual allowance. Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; malpractice coverage with tail. Retirement Plan: 403(b) with employer match and age-based contributions. Relocation Support: Transition bonus and full onboarding program. Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, and physician special interest groups. Technology: EPIC EMR system for streamlined patient care. Facility Details An integrated health system that delivers comprehensive care to rural communities across central New York. Anchored by, a teaching hospital in Cooperstown affiliated with Columbia University, the network includes six hospitals, more than two dozen community health centers, and a full spectrum of specialty services. With a mission rooted in improving the health of the populations it serves, combines academic medicine with a strong focus on primary and preventive care. Physicians and providers enjoy a collaborative, mission-driven environment supported by robust infrastructure, clinical research opportunities, and a longstanding commitment to education, innovation, and community wellness. Community Details Centered in Cooperstown, New York, a charming village located in upstate New York which offers an exceptional quality of life. New York City, Syracuse, Albany, Binghamton, and Utica are quickly and easily accessible by the state's well-integrated highway system. The town and the eight counties served by this system are part of the land between the rolling hills of the Catskill Mountains and the Mohawk Valley containing farms, green meadows, lakes, and rivers. Cooperstown itself is nestled at the base of one of the most beautiful lakes in the state, Otsego Lake.The region has long attracted families through the abundance of activities for people of all ages. Summer activities include swimming, biking, hiking, fishing, and boating. The autumn is quite spectacular with a dazzling display of foliage. Winter fun, starting with the first snowfall, brings out cross-country and downhill skis, snowshoes, and sleds.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a