Thoracic Surgeon Jobs
Thoracic Surgeon jobs are open across academic medical centers, health systems, and specialty surgery groups, at every level from early-career attending to department chief, with specializations in minimally invasive thoracic surgery, cardiac surgery, and esophageal surgery. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Baylor Scott and White Health is seeking an outstanding academic BC/BE Thoracic Surgeon to join the Division of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, within the Department of Surgery in Temple, TX. The ideal candidate will be proficient in all aspects of non-cardiac adult thoracic surgery and expected to contribute to the growth and development of disease-based programs in partnership with the Divisions of Oncology and Pulmonary Medicine. The candidate will also contribute to expanding the depth and breadth of general thoracic surgical services offered while maintaining the highest quality of care.
Our team of highly-experienced surgeons and healthcare providers treat a variety of chest disorders, including benign and malignant conditions. Our system utilizes innovative state of the art care and technology, including minimally-invasive techniques, such as video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) and robotic surgery.
The Central Texas region is the fastest growing area of the country and has attracted several noteworthy and diverse industries (Meta, Apple and Samsung to name a few) in recent years. The Cardiovascular Surgery program, under new leadership, is experiencing steady growth that is anticipated to continue for the foreseeable future.
This is an employed career opportunity with a generous benefits package that offers work-life balance, a competitive salary, productivity bonus, moving allowance, and no state income tax.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Qualifications
- Residency or Fellowship training in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
- Experience in an academic setting is preferred.
- 5+ years of Post Training, experience preferred, but exceptions possible.
The ideal candidate should have:
- Completed ACGME-accredited Thoracic tract cardiothoracic surgery residency or fellowship program.
- Ability to provide the full spectrum of non-cardiac adult thoracic surgical services, including treatment of benign and malignant pulmonary and esophageal disorders.
- Training/experience in foregut and esophageal procedures such as Heller myotomy, fundoplication, and stenting.
- Training/experience in interventional airway procedures including EBUS and stenting.
- Added training or qualifications in minimally invasive surgical techniques, including robotics, is preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A passion for teaching and mentoring.
Academic appointment at the level of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor through Baylor College of Medicine will be determined by experience and qualifications. The Division also has an active research program, including its own biostatistician, and is committed to supporting the development of individual research interests in addition to one’s clinical practice.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following:
- Immediate eligibility for health and wellness benefits.
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
- 457(f) savings plan with employer contribution.
- CME reimbursement and paid time off.
- Excellent Relocation Assistance packages.
Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV and cover letter to: Teresa Washington, SHRM-CP, Sr. Physician Recruiter: Teresa.Washington1@BSWHealth.org.
ABOUT BAYLOR SCOTT AND WHITE MEDICAL CENTER – TEMPLE
Baylor Scott and White Medical Center – Temple is a 640-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital and the only Level I Trauma Center between Dallas and Austin. In 2025 Fortune Magazine ranked the hospital No. 1 among teaching hospitals with a cardiovascular residency program and in 2022, the hospital ranked No.5 among the top 15 teaching hospitals in the United States by Thomson Reuters. The hospital has 31 highly regarded accredited residency and fellowship programs.
ABOUT BAYLOR SCOTT AND WHITE HEALTH SYSTEM - CENTRAL TEXAS
As the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States, Baylor Scott and White Health was born from the 2013 combination of Baylor Health Care System and Scott and White Healthcare. Today, Baylor Scott and White includes 52 hospitals, more than 800 patient care sites, 7,300 active physicians, over 49,000 employees and the Scott and White Health Plan.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctorate Degree in Medicine.
- Licensed to Practice Medicine in the state of Texas by the Texas Medical Board.
- Where applicable, the employee must be board certified in their specialty or demonstrate certification by the American Board of Medical Specialties or the Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists.
Five of our hospitals made Healthgrades' America's 250 Best Hospitals list. This indicates they are in the top 5% in the nation for overall clinical excellence.
INTRODUCTION
Baylor Scott and White Health is seeking an outstanding academic BC/BE Thoracic Surgeon to join the Division of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery, within the Department of Surgery in Temple, TX. The ideal candidate will be proficient in all aspects of non-cardiac adult thoracic surgery and expected to contribute to the growth and development of disease-based programs in partnership with the Divisions of Oncology and Pulmonary Medicine. The candidate will also contribute to expanding the depth and breadth of general thoracic surgical services offered while maintaining the highest quality of care.
Our team of highly-experienced surgeons and healthcare providers treat a variety of chest disorders, including benign and malignant conditions. Our system utilizes innovative state of the art care and technology, including minimally-invasive techniques, such as video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) and robotic surgery.
The Central Texas region is the fastest growing area of the country and has attracted several noteworthy and diverse industries (Meta, Apple and Samsung to name a few) in recent years. The Cardiovascular Surgery program, under new leadership, is experiencing steady growth that is anticipated to continue for the foreseeable future.
This is an employed career opportunity with a generous benefits package that offers work-life balance, a competitive salary, productivity bonus, moving allowance, and no state income tax.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Qualifications
- Residency or Fellowship training in Cardiothoracic Surgery.
- Experience in an academic setting is preferred.
- 5+ years of Post Training, experience preferred, but exceptions possible.
The ideal candidate should have:
- Completed ACGME-accredited Thoracic tract cardiothoracic surgery residency or fellowship program.
- Ability to provide the full spectrum of non-cardiac adult thoracic surgical services, including treatment of benign and malignant pulmonary and esophageal disorders.
- Training/experience in foregut and esophageal procedures such as Heller myotomy, fundoplication, and stenting.
- Training/experience in interventional airway procedures including EBUS and stenting.
- Added training or qualifications in minimally invasive surgical techniques, including robotics, is preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A passion for teaching and mentoring.
Academic appointment at the level of Assistant, Associate or Full Professor through Baylor College of Medicine will be determined by experience and qualifications. The Division also has an active research program, including its own biostatistician, and is committed to supporting the development of individual research interests in addition to one’s clinical practice.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following:
- Immediate eligibility for health and wellness benefits.
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%.
- 457(f) savings plan with employer contribution.
- CME reimbursement and paid time off.
- Excellent Relocation Assistance packages.
Interested candidates should send a copy of their CV and cover letter to: Teresa Washington, SHRM-CP, Sr. Physician Recruiter: Teresa.Washington1@BSWHealth.org.
ABOUT BAYLOR SCOTT AND WHITE MEDICAL CENTER – TEMPLE
Baylor Scott and White Medical Center – Temple is a 640-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital and the only Level I Trauma Center between Dallas and Austin. In 2025 Fortune Magazine ranked the hospital No. 1 among teaching hospitals with a cardiovascular residency program and in 2022, the hospital ranked No.5 among the top 15 teaching hospitals in the United States by Thomson Reuters. The hospital has 31 highly regarded accredited residency and fellowship programs.
ABOUT BAYLOR SCOTT AND WHITE HEALTH SYSTEM - CENTRAL TEXAS
As the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States, Baylor Scott and White Health was born from the 2013 combination of Baylor Health Care System and Scott and White Healthcare. Today, Baylor Scott and White includes 52 hospitals, more than 800 patient care sites, 7,300 active physicians, over 49,000 employees and the Scott and White Health Plan.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Doctorate Degree in Medicine.
- Licensed to Practice Medicine in the state of Texas by the Texas Medical Board.
- Where applicable, the employee must be board certified in their specialty or demonstrate certification by the American Board of Medical Specialties or the Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists.
Five of our hospitals made Healthgrades' America's 250 Best Hospitals list. This indicates they are in the top 5% in the nation for overall clinical excellence.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Allina Health2
- City of Hope2
- CommonSpirit Health2
- Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center2
- Lifebridge Health2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services19
- Education5
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in thoracic surgeon jobs.
- Board certification or active eligibility through the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
- Completion of an accredited thoracic surgery fellowship program
- Unrestricted state medical license in the state of employment
- Demonstrated proficiency in video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery and robotic-assisted procedures
- Active or obtainable hospital privileges at affiliated institutions
- Experience with esophageal, lung, or mediastinal oncology procedures
Tips for Your Thoracic Surgeon Job Search
Tailor your CV to operative volume
Thoracic surgery committees review case logs closely. Break out your VATS, robotic-assisted, and open thoracotomy numbers separately so reviewers can assess your minimally invasive experience without having to ask during the interview.
Highlight fellowship subspecialty clearly
Whether your training emphasized general thoracic, cardiac, or congenital, name it explicitly in your CV header and cover letter. Many programs filter applications by subspecialty before a search committee ever reviews credentials.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists thoracic surgeon openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Research program case mix before interviews
Before your interview, learn whether the program skews toward oncologic resections, lung transplants, or cardiac procedures. Interviewers notice when candidates can speak directly to how their experience complements the existing team's volume and gaps.
Prepare a concise outcomes summary
Credentialing committees and medical staff offices often request complication rates and mortality data. Having a clean one-page outcomes summary ready before an offer stage speeds up privileging and signals you take quality metrics seriously.
Negotiate call structure alongside compensation
Call frequency varies widely in thoracic surgery programs. Before accepting an offer, clarify call ratios, APP support on overnight cases, and how emergent cases are triaged, since these factors affect long-term sustainability more than base salary alone.
Thoracic Surgeon Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most thoracic surgeons?
The companies hiring the most thoracic surgeons right now include Allina Health, City of Hope, and CommonSpirit Health, with the largest share of openings in Maryland, Illinois, and Minnesota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Academic medical centers and large regional health systems consistently account for the majority of active postings.
How many thoracic surgeon jobs are remote?
About 0% of thoracic surgeon openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how procedural the role is. The sub-areas most likely to include remote or hybrid components are telehealth follow-up consultations, second-opinion reads, and academic research or education roles where clinical volume is lower.
How do you become a thoracic surgeon?
You complete medical school, followed by a general surgery residency, then apply to an accredited cardiothoracic surgery fellowship, which runs one to three years depending on the pathway. After fellowship, you sit for board certification through the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Some surgeons pursue subspecialty training in congenital or transplant surgery after their initial certification.
How do you get hired as a thoracic surgeon with limited attending experience?
Programs hiring early-career thoracic surgeons typically value strong fellowship operative volume and a clear subspecialty focus over years of independent practice. Targeting academic centers with structured mentorship, applying to programs building out a new service line, and being transparent about your case distribution all strengthen your candidacy when your attending experience is limited.
What does the thoracic surgeon interview process look like?
Most programs run a two-stage process: an initial phone or video screen with the department chair or recruitment coordinator, followed by an in-person visit that includes meetings with faculty, hospital administration, and medical staff leadership. You may be asked to present a clinical or research case. Credentialing paperwork and reference checks typically follow a verbal offer.
Where can I find and apply to thoracic surgeon jobs?
You can find and apply to thoracic surgeon jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that fit your subspecialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing from the same page.
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