Thoracic Oncologic Surgeon

Opportunity Criteria

SpecialtySurgery : Oncology
Candidate TypeMD, DO
Visa AcceptedH-1B
Salary Range$595,000.00 to $625,000.00 / Year
Loan RepaymentNo
Employment TypeNot Specified
Bonuses OfferedStarting, Relocation

Job Description

Location Address:

800 East 28th St
STE 404
Minneapolis, MN 55407-3723


Date Posted:

October 22, 2025

Department:

31005600 AHCI Cancer Center Minneapolis ANW

Shift:

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:

Here, you’ll be empowered to develop your practice while contributing to a forward-thinking, mission-aligned institute committed to clinical excellence and patient-centered innovation. 

Your Role at a Glance: 

  • Scope of Practice: Provide advanced surgical care for thoracic oncology patients, including those with lung, chest wall, mediastinal, and pleural diseases. 

  • Performs a broad range of thoracic procedures including minimally invasive thoracic surgery, robotic surgery, VATS, advanced bronchoscopy, and endoscopic procedures for lungs and esophagus 

  • Your Schedule: Included 2 days in clinic, 2 in surgery/procedures, and 1 flexible day for administrative or surgical overflow. 

  • Collegial Team Culture: Join a close-knit thoracic surgery team supported by experienced PAs, a nurse navigator, clinic RNs, and a provider coordinator. 

  • Participate in weekly multidisciplinary tumor boards. 

 

If you’re ready to shape the future of thoracic oncology in one of the country’s most livable metros, we invite you to explore this rewarding opportunity at Allina Health. Help us deliver comprehensive, compassionate care that transforms lives every day in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. 

Please contact Pamela.LaVone@Allina.com for additional information 

The Allina Health Cancer Institute program strengths:  

• Over 50,000 cancer patients cared for annually, including 7,000 new cases each year  
• Voted number one in inpatient cancer surgery in the Twin Cities - a product of Allina’s cancer surgical oncology practice 
• Ranked number one breast cancer program in the Twin Cities, caring for 1,400 newly diagnosed patients each year 
• Over 20 oncology nurse navigators supporting patients and families throughout their cancer journeys 

 

Job Description:

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 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or American Osteopathic Association (AOA) accredited Residency training program in Thoracic Surgery

Preferred Qualifications

  • Completion of Thoracic Oncology Fellowship
  • 2+ years of trained thoracic or cardiothoracic surgeon with an emphasis in thoracic malignancy
  • 2+ years of robotic surgical skills


Licenses/Certifications

  • Licensed Physician - MN Board of Medical Practice required
  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in Thoracic Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery, 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 - Allina Health required upon hire


Physical Demands

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

Pay Range

Pay Range: $595,000 to $625,000 per year

The pay described reflects the starting base pay range, assuming a full-time FTE. Your starting rate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. 

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.  

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.  

Benefits include:

  • Medical/Dental

  • PTO/Time Away

  • Retirement Savings Plans

  • Life Insurance

  • Short-term/Long-term Disability

  • Paid Caregiver Leave

  • Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)

  • Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable

  • Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

  • Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

Facility & Address

  • Allina Health Cancer Institute Abbott Northwestern Minneapolis
  • Minneapolis MN

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Contact Information

Pamela LaVone Talent Acquisition Consultant

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