Thoracic Oncologic Surgeon

Job Description

Location Address: 4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NCoon Rapids, MN

Date Posted: May 14, 2026

Department: AHCI Coon Rapids MCY ANW

Shift: Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)

Shift Length: 8/12 combo shift

Hours Per Week: 40

Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation: Occasional

Job Summary

Discover the professional fulfillment of practicing thoracic oncologic surgery at Allina Health, where you'll be part of a growing, system-wide cancer program serving a diverse population across the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro and beyond.

Key Position Details

Key Position Details:

• Scope of Practice: Provide advanced surgical care for thoracic oncology patients, including those with lung, chest wall, mediastinal, pleural diseases, and other thoracic conditions.
• Procedures: Performs a broad range of thoracic procedures including minimally invasive thoracic surgery, robotic surgery, VATS, advanced bronchoscopy, and endoscopic procedures for lungs and esophagus.
• Schedule: Included 2 days in clinic, 2 in surgery/procedures, and 1 flexible day for administrative or overflow. Call is divided among the surgeons.
• Collegial Team Culture: Join a close-knit thoracic surgery team of three thoracic surgeons, supported by PAs, a nurse navigator, clinic RNs, and a provider coordinator. Participate in weekly multidisciplinary tumor boards.

Opportunity

If you're ready to shape the future of thoracic oncology in one of the country's most livable metros, Allina Health invites you to explore this rewarding opportunity. Contact for additional information.

Education, Training, and Certified/Licensure

• Required Qualifications
  • Doctoral/Ph.D. level advanced degree in Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or foreign equivalent from an approved school of medicine
  • Completion of ACGME or AOA accredited Residency in Thoracic Surgery
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Completion of Thoracic Oncology Fellowship
  • 2+ years of trained thoracic or cardiothoracic surgeon with emphasis in thoracic malignancy
  • 2+ years of robotic surgical skills
• Licenses/Certifications
  • Licensed Physician - MN Board of Medical Practice
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Thoracic Surgery by the ABTS, or in Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery by the AOA Board of Surgery, required upon hire
  • Drug Enforcement Agency Certificate required upon hire
  • ACLS/BLS Tier 2 required upon hire

Physical Demands

• Medium Work
• Lifting up to 32 lbs occasionally, up to 25 lbs frequently (Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy)

Compensation

Pay Range: $595,000 to $625,000 per year. The pay described reflects the starting base pay range, assuming a full-time FTE. Starting rate depends on experience, education, and union agreement if applicable.

Benefits Summary

At Allina Health, we invest in your growth and well-being. Benefits include health and wellness, financial protection, retirement savings, professional support, malpractice coverage, student loan assistance, education and development, well-being programs, and additional perks such as relocation assistance, signing bonus, educational assistance, and immigration support. Eligibility and offerings vary by FTE and union representation.

Note: Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and union status where applicable.