Description
Join the largest multispecialty medical group in Oregon and Southwest Washington—Northwest Permanente (NWP)—where over 1,500 physicians and 300+ administrative professionals care for 615,000+ Kaiser Permanente members.
Position Overview
We’re seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Thoracic Surgeon to join our collaborative two-surgeon team at Sunnyside Medical Center in Portland, Oregon. This is a unique opportunity to deliver high-quality, comprehensive thoracic care in a forward-thinking, patient-centered environment.
What You’ll Do
As part of our integrated, multidisciplinary team, you’ll perform a wide range of advanced, minimally invasive thoracic procedures, including:
- VATS and robotic-assisted lobectomies (RATS)
- Mediastinal mass resections
- Esophagectomies
- Paraesophageal hernia repairs
- Lung biopsies and wedge resections
- Chest wall resections and reconstructions
- Substernal goiter resections
- Bronchoplasty and tracheoplasty
Why Join Northwest Permanente?
- High-Performing Program: Consistently earns 2- or 3-star STS ratings for clinical excellence and collaboration.
- Efficient Care Environment: Robust inpatient support for safe discharges and shorter hospital stays.
- Future-Focused Facilities: New hospital opening in 2029 with three Da Vinci robotic systems.
- Balanced Lifestyle: Supportive of work-life balance and aligned with the Kaiser Permanente care model.
- Leadership Opportunities: Pathways to leadership roles within the medical group.
What You Can Expect
- Equal call distribution between two thoracic surgeons
- Experienced support staff
- Advanced Epic EMR system
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
- Full-time position (1.0 FTE)
Qualifications
- Board Certified or Eligible in Thoracic Surgery
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual Salary: $610,700 – $694,000
- Total Rewards Package: $716,301 – $884,000
- Relocation Allowance: Up to $15,000
- Retirement Contributions: Employer-funded pension and retirement totaling 21% of eligible earnings
- Shareholder Pathway: Opportunity to become a shareholder of NWP
- Education Support: Paid annual education leave + allowance
- Comprehensive Coverage: Medical, dental, life insurance, paid leave
- Professional Support: Full liability coverage, CME reimbursement, board certification support
For More Information
If you have questions or would like to learn more about this opportunity, please contact:
Shana Klemchuk, Senior Physician Recruiter
