PHYSICIAN - Thoracic Surgery - Fargo, ND
Listed compensation
$712,462
The week · per this posting
Ask the employer about nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Building Location
32nd Avenue Building
Department
3001370 CARDIOVASCULAR - THORACIC SURG - 32ND CLIN
Job Description
Education Qualifications:
Licensure/Certification Qualifications
Exciting Opportunity for a Thoracic Surgeon in Fargo, ND
Practice Specifics
Collaborative Team Environment: Join a dynamic Heart & Vascular team of 14 physicians and 10 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) within an Integrated Heart and Vascular System Service Line.
- Comprehensive Training: Ideal candidates are trained in adult cardiac and general thoracic surgery.
- Experienced Support: Work alongside seasoned CT surgeons and PA support in hospital, clinic, and OR settings.
Convenient Access: Enjoy seamless transitions between inpatient and outpatient activities with the clinic and hospital located in the same building.
Exceptional Support Staff: Benefit from excellent technical, nursing, and support personnel across all aspects of the practice.
- Balanced Work Schedule: Participate in a 1:3 call rotation.
- Competitive Compensation: Receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package.
Diverse Surgical Approaches: Engage in a full spectrum of surgical techniques, including open and minimally invasive/robotic surgery.
Complex Procedures: Perform advanced esophageal, mediastinal, pulmonary, and chest wall surgeries with a focus on innovative and minimally invasive techniques.
Advanced Robotic Surgery: Utilize cutting-edge robotic technology in thoracic surgery.
Comprehensive Pulmonary Care: Collaborate with an experienced pulmonary team offering lung cancer screening, PFT Lab, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, and minimally invasive procedures.
Oncology Services: Access to Medical and Radiation Oncology, Infusion Services, Genetic Counseling, Survivorship programs, and support groups.
About Essentia Fargo
- State-of-the-Art Facility: 135 certified beds with a Level II trauma center.
- 24/7 ICU Coverage: Intensive Care Unit with round-the-clock intensivist coverage and APC support.
- Dedicated Hospitalist Team: On-site hospitalist team available 24/7.
- Comprehensive Support Services: Full complement of support services to ensure optimal patient care.
- Positive Work Culture: Join a friendly and positive work environment.
Requirements
Board Certified/Board Eligible: In Cardiovascular/Thoracic Surgery.
Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong team orientation; leadership skills are a plus.
Location
Prime Location: Centrally located on the border of North Dakota and Minnesota.
Proximity to Major Cities: Just 3.5 hours northwest of Minneapolis/St. Paul.
Vibrant Community: Fargo-Moorhead population of 225,000 with a regional population of 478,000.
Compensaton
$712,462. Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.
Why Choose Us?
Join a thriving practice in a supportive and collaborative environment. With access to advanced technology, comprehensive support services, and a vibrant community, this is an exceptional opportunity for a Cardiothoracic Surgeon looking to make a significant impact.
Apply Today to become a part of our dedicated team and advance your career in a rewarding and innovative setting
Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.
For Additional Information Please Contact
- Liz Huesman, Senior Physician Recruiter
- 701-261-6824
- Elizabeth.Huesman@EssentiaHealth.org
FTE
1
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option
- Shift Rotation:
- Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time
Shift End Time:
Weekends
- Holidays:
- No
Call Obligation
No
Union
Union Posting Deadline:
Compensation Range
$1.00 - $1,000,000.00
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs.
We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary.
For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
Key Responsibilities
Perform a full spectrum of adult cardiac and general thoracic surgical procedures, including advanced robotic and minimally invasive techniques. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of physicians and APPs to provide comprehensive care in inpatient and outpatient settings.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Surgery — Physician Career Context
Essentia Health holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 73/100, 134 active listings.
Of the 50 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 78% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
For production-based offers, this specialty runs a typical 9,000 wRVUs per year (derived from CMS CPT-frequency data), and WeekdayDoc listings compensate a median of about $48 per wRVU — implying roughly $432k in production-based pay. For reference, the 2026 CMS Medicare conversion factor is $33.40 per RVU.
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