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Surgery - Thoracic Physician

Archway Physician Recruitment Recruiter listing · Open · verified Oct 22, 2026
Watertown, NY Full-time Surgeon

At a glance

Surgeon role posted by Archway Physician Recruitment, a recruiter. Watertown, NY · full-time · $665,000 a year.

SalaryStated by Archway Physician Recruitment
$665,000
Pay for this role, in USD per year, as stated in the listing.
RoleSurgeon
LocationWatertown, NY
EmploymentFull-time
Pay$665,000
PostedOct 9, 2026 · 13d ago
Role brief

physicianroles summary, based on the recruiter's listing.

What you'll do

  • Perform predominantly thoracic surgery in a non-cardiac role
  • Work alongside 5 board-certified pulmonary and critical care physicians in their shared office
  • Use the da Vinci robotic system and video-assisted thoracic surgery system
  • Contribute to teaching with accredited family medicine and internal medicine programs

What you bring

  • Board certification in thoracic surgery
  • Ideally, 5+ years of experience
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a patient-centered approach and ability to work on a team
  • A New York State medical license and DEA registration

Who this fits

This full-time role suits a board-certified thoracic surgeon who wants a predominantly non-cardiac practice and teaching opportunities. It is based in Watertown, NY.

From the recruiter

Thoracic Surgery opening in New YorkLocated in Watertown, NY - Syracuse 70mFull-Time, permanent positionPackage Highlights

  • $665,000 Annual Base Salary, plus WRVU Incentive Program 9064/$60, 4-year Contract
  • $50,000 Signing Bonus
  • $20,000 Annual Educational Loan Repayment
  • $10,000 Relocation Reimbursement
  • $3,000 Annual Continuing Education Stipend, plus 5 Paid Days Off
Practice Highlights Employee opportunity 290 bed not-for-profit hospital Non-cardiac position, with focus predominantly on thoracic surgery Work within the same office with an un-opposed well-established group of five Board Certified Pulmonary/Critical Care Physicians Very well-organized office; Convenient 5-minute commute to Hospital Medical Staff greater than 190 physicians; offering solid referral base Catchment population: 250,000 New Xi da Vinci Robotics Surgical System Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery System Very appreciative patient population making for a rewarding career Well-established lung cancer screening program Hospital based newly constructed comprehensive cancer center, Fall 2018 Teaching opportunities with accredited ACGME/AOA Family Medicine & Internal MedicineQualifications/Requirements Board Certification Thoracic Surgery Ideally 5+ years of experience Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Appreciation for Patient Centered Care Ability to work within Team Other Benefits Twenty-nine (29) days paid time off Health insurance, individual or family, 80% paid Occurrence medical liability insurance; $1.3 Million each/$3.9 million aggregate 401k and 403b financial planning option; Employer pension plan contribution NYS medical license and DEA registration paidLocation Highlights Close proximity to Lake Ontario, the St. Lawrence River and Adirondack Mountains Breathtaking region offers excellent four-season recreation for the outdoor enthusiast Easy access to urban areas Safe community, with the added benefit for a low cost of living Strong educational systems Diverse cultural opportunities A great place to live and raise a family