Thoracic Surgeon Needed for Growing Program - St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa, Florida

Position Overview

BayCare Medical Group is actively recruiting for an experienced, board-certified, fellowship trained Thoracic Surgeon to perform a full range of thoracic procedures and practice exclusively at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Tampa, Florida. St. Joseph’s Hospital is a flagship hospital and one of the 16 hospitals that comprise BayCare Health System.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent clinical skills and have experience with minimally invasive robotic surgery. An interest and expertise in esophageal surgery is strongly preferred. The thoracic surgeon will be a member of the mature thoracic multidisciplinary team at St. Joseph’s Hospital. There will be close interaction and call sharing with three cardiothoracic surgeons.

Benefits

BayCare Medical Group offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to attract and retain top talent. As a valued member of our team, you can expect the following benefits:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Incentive Bonus
• Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance
• Retirement Plan plus employer match
• Paid Time Off
• CME Allowance

Malpractice Insurance

Insurance Coverage including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance and Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Extras including College Savings Plans, Child Care, Auto & Pet Insurance, Wellness Centers, Product & Service Discounts and more

Join BayCare Medical Group and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that not only supports your professional growth but also enhances your overall well-being and quality of life. We value our team members and are committed to providing a rewarding and fulfilling work environment.

Qualifications

• Board Certification by The American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
• A minimum of 5 years experience is required, including minimally invasive robotic surgery as well as interest in esophageal surgery.
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About BayCare

BayCare continues to be a top destination to work, receive, and provide care — a commitment that’s reflected in our recent recognitions. Nationally, we were honored as a 2025 Top Workplace in the USA by USA Today and Energage.

Locally, Tampa Bay Times and Energage named BayCare a Top Workplace for the 11th consecutive year. This year, we’re especially proud to be recognized as the top health care system in the country and the highest-ranked Florida-based company at No. 17, and recognized for the fifth time by the prestigious PEOPLE?

Companies That Care list, as well as an eight-time recipient of the FORTUNE Best Workplaces in Health Care™ award.

BayCare Health System is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, comprising a network of 16 hospitals and a wide range of services, including imaging, laboratory, behavioral health, home health care, and urgent care. Our mission is to connect patients with a full spectrum of preventive, diagnostic, and treatment services to meet their health care needs throughout their lifetime.”

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