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Thoracic surgeons operate in one of the most specialized corners of surgical medicine, and U.S. employers actively sponsor H-1B visas for qualified candidates. Academic medical centers, large hospital systems, and surgical groups routinely file LCAs for cardiothoracic roles, making this a field with genuine sponsorship depth.
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Type: Full Time
Location: Marlton, New Jersey
Standard Hours: 40
Shift: 1st Shift
Virtua Health is seeking a fellowship-trained Thoracic Surgeon to join our dynamic, highly collaborative, and rapidly growing team. This is an exceptional opportunity to help shape the future of thoracic oncology care within one of the region's premier community-based academic health systems.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience in thoracic surgery and demonstrated expertise in minimally invasive thoracic procedures, including robotic-assisted surgery. We are seeking a motivated physician committed to delivering outstanding patient-centered care while contributing to program growth, innovation, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
This position offers the opportunity to care for patients across the full spectrum of malignant and benign thoracic diseases, including pulmonary, esophageal, mediastinal, pleural, and chest wall conditions. Candidates with a particular interest in expanding and advancing a comprehensive malignant foregut program are strongly encouraged to apply.
As a member of our team, you will collaborate closely with medical oncology, radiation oncology, interventional pulmonology, gastroenterology, radiology, pathology, and specialty support services within a mature and integrated cancer program. The successful candidate will play an integral role in advancing clinical excellence, quality outcomes, research initiatives, and program development.
Why Join Virtua Health?
- Integrated Penn Medicine/Virtua Cancer Program with a well-established regional reputation for high-quality cancer care
- Academic affiliation with Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine and the Virtua Health College of Medicine & Health Sciences
- Comprehensive Cancer Center offering a robust multidisciplinary model and full Commission on Cancer (CoC) accreditation across five community hospital locations
- Established Comprehensive Lung Program, including Lung Cancer Screening, Lung Nodule, and Smoking Cessation Programs
- State-of-the-art da Vinci Xi robotic surgical platform with dedicated robotic access
- Advanced procedural capabilities, including Robotic Navigational Bronchoscopy and integrated Interventional Pulmonology services
- Active contributor to the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) General Thoracic Surgery Database
- Extensive referral network supported by a large and growing employed primary care physician base
- System-wide Epic electronic medical record platform
- MAGNET-recognized nursing excellence
- Opportunity to participate in education, mentorship, and academic collaboration through Rowan University affiliations
- Strong institutional commitment to growth, innovation, and expanding access to advanced thoracic oncology care throughout southern New Jersey
Compensation & Benefits
In compliance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act, the posted minimum base salary for this physician position is $575,000 annually for newly practicing physicians.
Providers with five or more years of post-training experience will be offered a starting base salary of $650,000 or greater, commensurate with years of experience, subspecialty expertise, clinical accomplishments, and overall qualifications.
Virtua Health offers a competitive compensation package that includes comprehensive health benefits, malpractice coverage, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, CME allowance, and professional development opportunities.
Interested in learning more?
Either apply via this posting or email Courtney at VMGRecruiting@virtua.org.
Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
Job ID: R1064870
Type: Full Time
Location: Marlton, New Jersey
Standard Hours: 40
Shift: 1st Shift
Virtua Health is seeking a fellowship-trained Thoracic Surgeon to join our dynamic, highly collaborative, and rapidly growing team. This is an exceptional opportunity to help shape the future of thoracic oncology care within one of the region's premier community-based academic health systems.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience in thoracic surgery and demonstrated expertise in minimally invasive thoracic procedures, including robotic-assisted surgery. We are seeking a motivated physician committed to delivering outstanding patient-centered care while contributing to program growth, innovation, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
This position offers the opportunity to care for patients across the full spectrum of malignant and benign thoracic diseases, including pulmonary, esophageal, mediastinal, pleural, and chest wall conditions. Candidates with a particular interest in expanding and advancing a comprehensive malignant foregut program are strongly encouraged to apply.
As a member of our team, you will collaborate closely with medical oncology, radiation oncology, interventional pulmonology, gastroenterology, radiology, pathology, and specialty support services within a mature and integrated cancer program. The successful candidate will play an integral role in advancing clinical excellence, quality outcomes, research initiatives, and program development.
Why Join Virtua Health?
- Integrated Penn Medicine/Virtua Cancer Program with a well-established regional reputation for high-quality cancer care
- Academic affiliation with Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine and the Virtua Health College of Medicine & Health Sciences
- Comprehensive Cancer Center offering a robust multidisciplinary model and full Commission on Cancer (CoC) accreditation across five community hospital locations
- Established Comprehensive Lung Program, including Lung Cancer Screening, Lung Nodule, and Smoking Cessation Programs
- State-of-the-art da Vinci Xi robotic surgical platform with dedicated robotic access
- Advanced procedural capabilities, including Robotic Navigational Bronchoscopy and integrated Interventional Pulmonology services
- Active contributor to the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) General Thoracic Surgery Database
- Extensive referral network supported by a large and growing employed primary care physician base
- System-wide Epic electronic medical record platform
- MAGNET-recognized nursing excellence
- Opportunity to participate in education, mentorship, and academic collaboration through Rowan University affiliations
- Strong institutional commitment to growth, innovation, and expanding access to advanced thoracic oncology care throughout southern New Jersey
Compensation & Benefits
In compliance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act, the posted minimum base salary for this physician position is $575,000 annually for newly practicing physicians.
Providers with five or more years of post-training experience will be offered a starting base salary of $650,000 or greater, commensurate with years of experience, subspecialty expertise, clinical accomplishments, and overall qualifications.
Virtua Health offers a competitive compensation package that includes comprehensive health benefits, malpractice coverage, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, CME allowance, and professional development opportunities.
Interested in learning more?
Either apply via this posting or email Courtney at VMGRecruiting@virtua.org.
Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Thoracic Surgeon
Verify your credentials meet ECFMG standards
Before any U.S. employer can file your H-1B petition, you'll need ECFMG certification confirming your medical degree and completed residency. Get this process started early since document reviews can take several months.
Check prevailing wage levels for your subspecialty
Thoracic surgery spans general thoracic, cardiac, and congenital subspecialties, each mapped to different SOC codes. Run your specific title through the OFLC Wage Search to see which wage level your employer must certify before filing your LCA.
Target academic medical centers with cap-exempt status
Many teaching hospitals and university health systems qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning your petition bypasses the annual lottery entirely. Confirm cap-exempt status directly with the hospital's legal or HR team before accepting an offer.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by thoracic surgery roles on Migrate Mate to see which hospital systems and surgical groups have active LCA filing history, so you're targeting employers with a documented track record of sponsoring surgeons.
Negotiate premium processing into your offer package
USCIS premium processing guarantees a decision on your I-129 petition within 15 business days. Ask the employer to include this during offer negotiations so your start date isn't delayed by a standard adjudication backlog.
Understand how J-1 waivers interact with H-1B timing
If you completed a U.S. residency or fellowship on a J-1 visa, your two-year home residency requirement must be waived before USCIS can approve your H-1B. Apply for a Conrad 30 or federal agency waiver well ahead of your intended start date.
H-1B Visa Thoracic Surgeon: Frequently Asked Questions
Does thoracic surgery qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Thoracic surgery requires a medical degree plus a specialized surgical residency and fellowship, satisfying USCIS's definition of a specialty occupation. The role falls under a specific SOC code that DOL and USCIS both recognize as requiring theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, so qualification is rarely contested.
Can I get an H-1B without going through the annual lottery?
Many thoracic surgeons can. Academic medical centers, university-affiliated hospitals, and nonprofit research institutions often qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers. If your employer holds that status, your petition goes directly to USCIS for adjudication with no lottery dependency. Confirm cap-exempt eligibility with the employer's legal team before signing an offer.
How do I find hospitals that have sponsored H-1B visas for surgeons before?
Migrate Mate displays LCA filing history by employer and occupation, so you can identify hospital systems and surgical groups that have sponsored thoracic or cardiothoracic roles. Filtering by specialty gives you a shortlist of employers with documented H-1B experience, which reduces risk on both sides of the hiring process.
How does the J-1 to H-1B transition work for surgeons who trained in the U.S.?
If you completed residency or fellowship on a J-1 visa, you're subject to a two-year home residency requirement before H-1B approval unless you obtain a waiver. Conrad 30 waivers are available through state health departments for physicians who commit to working in underserved areas. Federal agency waivers are also available. The waiver must be approved before USCIS adjudicates your H-1B petition.
What role does the employer play in the H-1B filing process for a thoracic surgeon?
The employer drives the entire filing process. They file the LCA with DOL to certify the prevailing wage, then submit Form I-129 to USCIS on your behalf. You can't self-petition for an H-1B. Most large hospital systems use in-house immigration counsel or outside law firms, so ask early who manages the process and what your expected start date timeline looks like.