Thoracic Surgeon

Thoracic Surgery Opportunity Awaits at WVU/BUTLER Memorial Hospital, 30 Minutes from Pittsburgh, PA

Job Summary/Overall Objectives

We are seeking a board eligible or board-certified Thoracic Surgeon to join our robust Cardiothoracic Surgery team to join a physician friendly culture. This role focuses on thoracic (non-cardiac) procedures, including lung resections and chest wall reconstruction with a strong emphasis on minimally invasive and thoracic surgery practices with access to daVinci system Monarch robotic bronchoscopy.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in robotic and minimally invasive thoracic surgery and will contribute to clinical, strategic, and programmatic growth, including leadership of high-performing thoracic multidisciplinary program.

This position offers the opportunity to play a central role in expanding thoracic surgical services and advancing clinical quality, patient experience, and system wide excellence.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Highly competitive salary
• Malpractice Coverage
• Health Benefits
• Retirement Plan
• Relocation allowance

Key Position Requirements

Clinical Excellence

• Perform complex thoracic procedures with a focus on lung surgery, including:
• Lobectomy
• Segmentectomy and lung-sparing resections
• Minimum of 1-2 years experience, preferred, but not required
• Advanced skills and formal credentialing in :
• daVinci robotic surgery
• Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS)

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
• Board certified or eligible in Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery,
• Completion of accredited Thoracic/Cardiothoracic Surgery fellowship
• Eligible for unrestricted Pennsylvania Medical License
• Eligible for DEA registration and hospital privileging eligibility

Program Development

• Lead and actively Participate in Advanced Lung Center
• Support growth and expansion of thoracic surgery services
• Participate in strategic initiatives to expand access
• Direct the strategic vision and standardized care pathways of the thoracic surgery service line

Academic/Research

• Board Eligible or Board Certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery (Board Certified within 2 years of finishing training)

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards, and care conferences
• Collaborate with medical oncology, radiation oncology, pulmonology, radiology, pathology, and primary care
• Assist with development of coordinated, patient-centered treatment plans
• Facilitate appropriate referrals and continuity of care

Quality and Patient Experience

• Adhere to evidence-based clinical guidelines
• Support quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
• Participate in peer review and quality assurance activities
• Contribute to organizational goals related to access, outcomes, and patient satisfaction

Call Coverage

• Participated in 1:3 call coverage and or in an equitable call rotation
• Provide consultation and emergency thoracic surgical services as needed

Essential Job Functions

• Procedures include, but are not limited to navigational bronchoscopy, EBUS, robotic and open lung and esophageal procedures.
• Supervises and collaborates with Advanced Practice Providers (APP) on service for initial and follow-up care needs of the patient.
• Participates in the management of patients screened and evaluated through the Advanced Lung Center (LDCT program)
• Performs surgical procedures (both robotic and open), navigational bronchoscopies, and other procedures within their scope to manage patients on their service adhering to regulator, ethical and procedural standards, and infection control practices.
• Admit patients and complete consultations on hospitalized patients.
• Completes discharge summaries for pts. on service and/or actively participate in discharge planning.
• Communicates with patients' primary care physicians upon hospital discharge to maintain continuity and quality of care.
• Participate in Independence Medical Group meetings, Leadership meetings, and Physician committees upon request.
• Actively participants in the Department of Thoracic Surgery and other case conferences / treatment planning meetings relates to patients served.
• Participate in quality improvement activities within the department.
• Participate in Leadership meetings, and Physician committees upon request.

License, Certification & Clearances (please add any additional requirements)

• Current medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Certification by the American Board of Pain Medicine, or board eligible.
• Current DEA Registration
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) approved curriculum of the America Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.

About WVU Medicine Butler Memorial Hospital

Founded in 1898 WVU Medicine Butler Memorial Hospital traces its origins to a community led effort that began in 1897 when local women established the Ladies Hospital Association and raised funds to create Butler County's first general hospital. Their vision was to provide accessible healthcare to all residents and on July 6, 1898 Butler County General Hospital officially opened its doors. Over more than a century, the hospital grown alongside the community expanding its facilities, services, and clinical capabilities while remaining committed to its mission of compassionate, patient centered care.

Today, WVU Medicine Butler Memorial Hospital serves as the flagship hospital for the Butler region and provides a full spectrum of acute care and specialty services. The hospital offers advanced cardiovascular care, orthopedics, behavioral health, women's services, emergency medicine, robotic surgery neurology, stroke-care, interventional cardiology, a large critical care unit and comprehensive specialty network support patients throughout Butler County and neighboring communities.

Throughout its history, Butler Memorial Hospital has continually evolved to meet the healthcare needs of the region. Major expansions throughout the twentieth century increased capacity, introduced advanced technologies, and established the hospital as a leading healthcare provider in Western Pennsylvania.

In October 2026 Butler Memorial Hospital officially became part of the WVU Health System and began operating as WVU Medicine Butler Memorial Hospital. Through this integration, the hospital joined one of the nations leading academic health systems, expanding access to specialty care, physician collaboration, clinical research and advanced treatment options throughout southwestern Pennsylvania. WVU Medicine has committed significant investments to strengthen services and modernize facilities, including enhancements to the hospitals emergency department

Equal Employment Opportunity

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively WVUHS) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered person because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. All WCUHS employees, other workers and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation benefits, and termination of employment.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential- Absolute Necessity.

Marginal- Minimal Necessity.

Constantly- 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently- 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally- 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely- Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Extreme Heat

X

X

Extreme Cold

X

X

Heights

X

X

Confined Spaces

X

X

Extreme Noise(>85dB)

X

X

Mechanical Hazards

X

X

Use of Vibrating Tools

X

X

Operates Vehicle (company)

X

X

Operates Heavy Equipment

X

X

Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices

X

X

Rotates All Shifts

X

X

8 Hours Shifts

X

X

10-12 Hours Shifts

X

X

On-Call

X

X

Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hr/wk)

X

X

Travel Between Sites

X

X

Direct Patient Care

X

X

Respirator Protective Equipment

X

X

Eye Protection

X

X

Head Protection (hard hat)

X

X

Hearing Protection

X

X

Hand Protection

X

X

Feet, Toe Protection

X

X

Body Protection

X

X

Latex Exposure

X

X

Solvent Exposure

X

X

Paint (direct use) Exposure

X

X

Dust (sanding) Exposure

X

X

Ethylene Oxide Exposure

X

X

Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure

X

X

Blood/Body Fluid Exposure

X

X

Chemicals (direct use) Exposure

X

X

Mist Exposure

X

X

Wax Stripper (direct use)

X

X

Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure

X

X

Ionizing Radiation Exposure

X

X

Laser Exposure

X

X

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential- Absolute Necessity.

Marginal- Minimal Necessity.

Constantly- 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently- 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally- 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely- Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Bending (Stooping)

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Walking

X

X

Climbing Stairs

X

X

Climbing Ladders

X

X

Standing

X

X

Kneeling

X

X

Squatting (Crouching)

X

X

Twisting/Turning

X

Keyboard/Computer Operation

X

X

Gross Grasp

X

X

Fine Finger Manipulation

X

X

Hand/Arm Coordination

X

X

Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)

X

X

Carry

X

X

Transfer/Push/Pull Patients

X

X

Seeing Near w/Acuity

X

X

Feeling (Sensation)

X

X

Color Vision

X

X

Hearing Clearly

X

X

Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead

X

X

Reaching Above Shoulder Level

X

X

Reaching Forward

X

X

Lifting Floor to Knuckle

10-19

10-19

>20

Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle

>10

>10

Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder

>10

>10

Lifting Shoulder to Overhead

>10

>10

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.