Thoracic Surgeon Job at Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, NY

Thoracic Surgeon – $665K Salary + Bonuses – Northern New York

Location: Samaritan Medical Center, Watertown, NY

Live, Work & Explore: Enjoy breathtaking landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a thriving surgical career in Northern New York!

Opportunity Highlights:

• Annual Salary: $665,000 + WRVU productivity model
• Signing Bonus: $50,000
• Education Loan Repayment: $20,000 per year
• Relocation Assistance: $15,000
• Generous Benefits Package

Practice Details:

• Robotic & Minimally Invasive Surgery: Established robotic surgery program (da Vinci Xi) & Monarch robotic bronchoscopy system
• Diverse Surgical Cases: Treat esophageal & thoracic disease with an emphasis on lung cancer
• One-Hospital Coverage: Work at a single facility with state-of-the-art operating rooms (renovated in 2010)
• Collaborative Team: Join a well-organized practice alongside pulmonary medicine specialists
• Strong Referral Base: Catchment population of 250,000 & access to a large physician network
• Teaching Opportunities: Work with ACGME/AOA family medicine & internal medicine residency programs
• Serving Fort Drum: Provide care for military service members & their families from Fort Drum, home of the 10th Mountain Division

Qualifications:

• Board-Certified Thoracic Surgeon (or actively in the process)
• 5-10 years of experience in thoracic surgery preferred
• Passion for patient-centered care & ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Strong surgical case log from the past two years

Why Choose Samaritan Medical Center?

• 290-bed hospital with a medical staff of 190 physicians across 42 specialties
• Not-for-profit, financially stable & committed to outstanding patient care
• Comprehensive Cancer Center (Walker Center for Cancer Care) affiliated with Roswell Park Care Network

Discover Northern New York!

Located in Watertown, NY, just 30 minutes from Canada, this region is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy:
✅ Boating, fishing, & kayaking in the Thousand Islands & Lake Ontario
✅ Skiing, snowboarding & snowmobiling in the Tug Hill Region (300+ inches of snow annually!)
✅ Hiking & camping in the scenic Adirondacks
✅ Easy access to Watertown International Airport (ART) & Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR)