Thoracic Surgeon

As a nonprofit, we reinvest in our communities to improve the health and wellness of our patients. We also invest heavily in our physicians and providers — supporting them with new and innovative technologies and treatments, and helping them advance their careers through peer learning, mentorship, cross-training, continuing education, and tuition reimbursement.

WellSpan’s mission is to work as one to improve health through exceptional care for all, lifelong wellness, and healthy communities.  Will you consider being a part of our WellSpan 20,000 strong team to improve the health of WellSpan’s communities? 

Position Highlights:

• Ideal candidate will be board certified in Cardiothoracic Surgery with demonstrated clinical expertise in thoracic oncology
• Opportunities for career and academic growth within WellSpan as well as through our oncology collaboration with Johns Hopkins Medicine
• Candidate will serve as the primary surgeon to build the thoracic surgical practice in Ephrata, Pennsylvania at Ephrata Hospital
• Work with a team of oncologist, radiation oncologist who are dedicated to giving comprehensive quality care to the Ephrata community and surrounding areas
• Collaborative working environment with pulmonary working out of the same office location

• Participate in tumor boards, research programs, clinical trials, and quality initiatives throughout the system
• Quick drive to several major metros, including Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.
• Friendly communities with very low-cost living for the region

Our Commitment to You:

• Physician-Designed Compensation Model
• Signing Bonus and Education Loan Repayment
• Full Relocation and Retirement Savings Plan
• Additional Fringe Benefits Including Massage and Recreational Discounts
• $4,500 CME Allowance, Full Malpractice Coverage Including Tail

About WellSpan and the Community:

WellSpan Health’s vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass 21,000+ employees (including 2,000+ employed providers), 220 locations, eight award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving South Central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland. Our service area is made up of a diverse mix of welcoming communities that you will love to call home.

For confidential and immediate consideration contact:
Tammie Chute, Physician and APP Recruitment at WellSpan Health
tchute@wellspan.org or cell phone at 717-585-7625

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WellSpan Health

WellSpan Health is a nationally recognized, integrated health system that serves the communities of central Pennsylvania and Northern Maryland. The organization includes more than 2,300 employed physicians and advanced practice providers, a regional behavioral health organization, a home care organization, eight respected hospitals, approximately 23,000 employees, and more than 250 patient care locations.

As a nonprofit, we reinvest in our communities to improve the health and wellness of our patients, as well as those who call central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland home. We also invest heavily in our employees—providing them with new and innovative technologies and treatments, and helping them advance their careers through peer learning, mentorship, cross-training, continuing education and tuition reimbursement. We strive to make life better for our patients, our staff and our communities.

The Community

WellSpan Health’s service area is made up of a diverse mix of welcoming communities that you will love to call home. Central Pennsylvania offers an idyllic blend of small cities and towns – including Lancaster, York, Gettysburg, Lebanon, Chambersburg and Waynesboro – surrounded by welcoming suburban neighborhoods and pristine rolling countryside. Our communities are conveniently situated within a short drive of major cities like Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.

Here you’ll find affordable home prices and living costs. Plus, there’s an outstanding selection of schools, nearby colleges and universities. The area abounds with recreation and activities, including the famous Hersheypark and ZooAmerica and historic Gettysburg National Military Park; numerous state parks that offer hiking, mountain biking and kayaking; and features great restaurants, museums, shopping, antiquing and more. You’ll feel right at home in our region!

WellSpan Medical Group

WellSpan Health’s vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region’s largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.

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