Surgery - Thoracic Physician
Cooperstown, NY Full-time Surgeon
At a glance
Surgeon role at Bassett Healthcare Network. Cooperstown, NY · full-time · $550,000–$650,000 a year.
SalaryStated by Bassett Healthcare Network
$550,000 – $650,000
Pay for this role, in USD per year, as stated in the listing.
This role, from Bassett Healthcare NetworkOur estimate for the market: $313,750–$542,212Median $361,925
Above the market median of $361,925 for surgeon roles in Cooperstown, NY.
Worked out from 6 postings that stated pay, median $361,925. Last updated Oct 12, 2026.
RoleSurgeon
LocationCooperstown, NY
EmploymentFull-time
Pay$550,000–$650,000
PostedSep 29, 2026 · 3w ago
Role brief
physicianroles summary, based on the employer's listing.
What you'll do
- Perform minimally invasive and complex operations on the thoracic cavity
- Assess chest and thoracic conditions, then guide treatment with relevant specialists
- Manage patient care before and after surgery, including discussions with patients and families about options and recovery
- Take part in clinical studies, quality improvement work, and teaching medical students and General Surgery residents
What you bring
- An MD or DO from an accredited institution, followed by General Surgery residency and Thoracic or Cardiothoracic Surgery fellowship
- Board certification or eligibility in Thoracic Surgery
- An active New York State medical license
Who this fits
This full-time role suits a thoracic surgeon who wants to combine surgery, patient care, research, and teaching. Night and weekend call for thoracic patients is shared with General Surgeons. The position is based in Cooperstown, NY.
From the employer
Thoracic Surgeon Salary: $550,000-650,000
Sign on Bonus: $100,000
Location: Cooperstown, New York
Job Type: Full-time
Highlights
• Perform thoracic surgeries, including minimally invasive and complex procedures.
• Diagnose and treat conditions affecting the chest and thoracic cavity.
• Collaborate with surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, pulmonologists, and other specialists to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care to patients.
• Participate in clinical research and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Educate patients and families about treatment options and recovery processes.
• Participate in medical student and General Surgery residency education.
• Da Vinci Xi
• Call for thoracic patients is shared with General Surgeons on nights and weekends.
• Multi-disciplinary tumor board and ACS CoC accredited.
Qualifications
• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a residency in General Surgery and fellowship in Thoracic Surgery or Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Board certification or eligibility in Thoracic Surgery.
• Valid medical license in New York State.
• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with advanced imaging and diagnostic tools.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous professional development.
Benefits
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for research, teaching, and professional growth.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Compensation & Benefits
• Base Salary Range: $550,000-650,000.
• Sign-On Bonus: Up to $100,000
• Paid Time Off: 22 business days per year, with 10 days of CME, 4 personal days and a $4,500 CME annual allowance.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; malpractice coverage with tail.
• Retirement Plan: 403(b) with employer match and age-based contributions. • Relocation Support: Transition bonus and full onboarding program.
• Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, and physician special interest groups. • Technology: EPIC EMR system for streamlined patient care.
Contact us! Colleen Donnelly,
Senior Physician Recruiter
Why Bassett Healthcare Network? Bassett Healthcare Network is an integrated health system that delivers comprehensive care to rural communities across central New York. Anchored by Bassett Medical Center, a teaching hospital in Cooperstown affiliated with Columbia University, the network includes six hospitals, more than two dozen community health centers, and a full spectrum of specialty services. With a mission rooted in improving the health of the populations it serves, Bassett combines academic medicine with a strong focus on primary and preventive care. Physicians and providers enjoy a collaborative, mission-driven environment supported by robust infrastructure, clinical research opportunities, and a longstanding commitment to education, innovation, and community wellness.
Bassett Health Network is centered in Cooperstown, New York, a charming village located in upstate New York which offers an exceptional quality of life. New York City, Syracuse, Albany, Binghamton, and Utica are quickly and easily accessible by the state's well-integrated highway system. The town and the eight counties served by this system are part of the land between the rolling hills of the Catskill Mountains and the Mohawk Valley containing farms, green meadows, lakes, and rivers. Cooperstown itself is nestled at the base of one of the most beautiful lakes in the state, Otsego Lake.
The region has long attracted families through the abundance of activities for people of all ages. Summer activities include swimming, biking, hiking, fishing, and boating. The autumn is quite spectacular with a dazzling display of foliage. Winter fun, starting with the first snowfall, brings out cross country and downhill skis, snowshoes, and sleds.
For physicians, Bassett Health offers an uncommon opportunity to practice sophisticated, big city, medicine in an exceptionally beautiful and welcoming rural area of the country.
Bassett Healthcare Network provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.
Sign on Bonus: $100,000
Location: Cooperstown, New York
Job Type: Full-time
Highlights
• Perform thoracic surgeries, including minimally invasive and complex procedures.
• Diagnose and treat conditions affecting the chest and thoracic cavity.
• Collaborate with surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, pulmonologists, and other specialists to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
• Provide preoperative and postoperative care to patients.
• Participate in clinical research and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Educate patients and families about treatment options and recovery processes.
• Participate in medical student and General Surgery residency education.
• Da Vinci Xi
• Call for thoracic patients is shared with General Surgeons on nights and weekends.
• Multi-disciplinary tumor board and ACS CoC accredited.
Qualifications
• Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
• Completion of a residency in General Surgery and fellowship in Thoracic Surgery or Cardiothoracic Surgery.
• Board certification or eligibility in Thoracic Surgery.
• Valid medical license in New York State.
• Strong communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
• Familiarity with advanced imaging and diagnostic tools.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous professional development.
Benefits
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for research, teaching, and professional growth.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Compensation & Benefits
• Base Salary Range: $550,000-650,000.
• Sign-On Bonus: Up to $100,000
• Paid Time Off: 22 business days per year, with 10 days of CME, 4 personal days and a $4,500 CME annual allowance.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; malpractice coverage with tail.
• Retirement Plan: 403(b) with employer match and age-based contributions. • Relocation Support: Transition bonus and full onboarding program.
• Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs, and physician special interest groups. • Technology: EPIC EMR system for streamlined patient care.
Contact us! Colleen Donnelly,
Senior Physician Recruiter
Why Bassett Healthcare Network? Bassett Healthcare Network is an integrated health system that delivers comprehensive care to rural communities across central New York. Anchored by Bassett Medical Center, a teaching hospital in Cooperstown affiliated with Columbia University, the network includes six hospitals, more than two dozen community health centers, and a full spectrum of specialty services. With a mission rooted in improving the health of the populations it serves, Bassett combines academic medicine with a strong focus on primary and preventive care. Physicians and providers enjoy a collaborative, mission-driven environment supported by robust infrastructure, clinical research opportunities, and a longstanding commitment to education, innovation, and community wellness.
Bassett Health Network is centered in Cooperstown, New York, a charming village located in upstate New York which offers an exceptional quality of life. New York City, Syracuse, Albany, Binghamton, and Utica are quickly and easily accessible by the state's well-integrated highway system. The town and the eight counties served by this system are part of the land between the rolling hills of the Catskill Mountains and the Mohawk Valley containing farms, green meadows, lakes, and rivers. Cooperstown itself is nestled at the base of one of the most beautiful lakes in the state, Otsego Lake.
The region has long attracted families through the abundance of activities for people of all ages. Summer activities include swimming, biking, hiking, fishing, and boating. The autumn is quite spectacular with a dazzling display of foliage. Winter fun, starting with the first snowfall, brings out cross country and downhill skis, snowshoes, and sleds.
For physicians, Bassett Health offers an uncommon opportunity to practice sophisticated, big city, medicine in an exceptionally beautiful and welcoming rural area of the country.
Bassett Healthcare Network provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.