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Thoracic Surgeon

  • Seattle, Washington
  • Franciscan Medical Group
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  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Department: Thoracic Surgery
  • Hours/Pay Period: 80
  • Requisition ID : 2026-456768
  • Employment Type : Full Time
  • Hours/Pay Period : 80
  • Provider : Physician
  • Provider Type : MD/DO
  • Speciality : Surgery
  • Bonuses Offered : Quality, Relocation, Sign-on
  • Loan Repayment : None
  • Visa Sponsorship : H1 Visa
  • Remote : No
  • Category : Physician
  • Recruiter Name : Michele Chacon
  • Recruiter Email : michele.chacon@commonspirit.org
  • Shift: Day

Thoracic Surgeon

Job Details

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Thoracic Surgeon, you will join our collegial team in Seattle at the award winning Virginia Mason Medical Center. As part of our team, you will work alongside local and regional specialists, all dedicated to improving quality, enhancing patient experience, and advancing clinical standards for those we serve.


Every day you will provide compassionate and expert care, conducting thorough assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to support the well-being of patients and their families.


To be successful in this role, you will be a skilled, board-certified, and compassionate Thoracic Surgeon, possessing excellent surgical skills. You will also demonstrate a deep commitment to patient-centered care and the capacity to thrive within a collegial and supportive environment.

  • Conduct comprehensive evaluations of new patients
  • Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with families and interdisciplinary teams
  • Provide ongoing management and follow-up care for patients   
  • Offer guidance and support to patients and families regarding educational resources and community services
  • Collaborate with other healthcare providers to ensure a coordinated approach to care
  • Stay current with research and best practices in Thoracic Surgery to provide evidence-based care
  • Participate in community outreach and education initiatives

We are offering a starting bonus, and relocation assistance. Retirement plans include both 401(k) and 457(b).


Job Requirements

Required

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Thoracic Surgery (American Board of Thoracic Surgery)
  • Ability to obtain a medical professional license in the State of Washington
  • Ability to obtain a DEA with full prescriptive authority needed for specific practice
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

  • Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care


Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Medical Center, part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, was established in 1920 in Seattle, WA.  We are internationally recognized as a preeminent health care organization focused on delivering quality services to our patients. We have a 336-bed hospital in Seattle and multi-specialty medical group practice.

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Located in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle is an area with a mild climate year round and close to the great outdoors where we enjoy an abundance of activities with our close proximity to the waters of Puget Sound and surrounding mountains. City life and cultural activities are also thriving. With a variety of neighborhoods and areas to work and live, there are many choices for the type of lifestyle you’d like to enjoy. 

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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Success Profile

What makes a successful Thoracic Surgeon at Franciscan Medical Group?

  • Compassionate
  • Proactive
  • Communicator
  • Trustworthy
  • Collaborative
  • Balanced

Our Total Reward offerings

At CommonSpirit Health, we believe investing in our employees lets them know they truly matter. Your Total Rewards package includes compensation, benefits, retirement, wellness, leave, and other programs.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time.

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