Description
LifeBridge Health (LBH), one of Maryland’s largest and most comprehensive health care providers, is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Thoracic Surgeon to join our Division of Thoracic Surgery within the Department of Surgery and to partner with neighboring entity Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC). This is an exceptional opportunity to become part of a robust, multidisciplinary team in a leading regional healthcare system.
About the Opportunity
The selected candidate will join an established practice, with clinical activity at:
- Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
- Northwest Hospital
- Carroll Hospital
- GBMC
Outpatient offices are located at Sinai Hospital, Carroll Hospital and GBMC.
This full-time position includes a mix of inpatient and outpatient care, with a mix of open and minimally invasive procedures. The practice is well-integrated with other surgical and medical subspecialties and is supported by a highly skilled team of advanced practice providers, residents, nurse navigators, and other allied health professionals. Practice would consist of time divided between the LBH and GBMC Thoracic Surgery divisions with dedicated support at both facilities.
Why Join LifeBridge Health?
LifeBridge Health is a $2+ billion healthcare system caring for over 1 million patients annually. Our system includes:
- Five major medical centers: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital, and Grace Medical Center
- Over 1,947 licensed beds
- A network of more than 13,000 employees and 2,900 affiliated physicians
- $95 Million dollar cancer center set to open in 2026. Featuring the ability to be a one-stop outpatient center with infusion bays, exam rooms, radiation oncology, and pediatric care.
Why Join GBMC?
- Situated in scenic Towson, GBMC represents more than just a hospital; it's a legacy of over 60 years in premier healthcare. The beautiful suburban campus is home to a facility with over 250 beds, 23,000 admissions, and 52,000 emergency room visits each year.
Key Features of the Role
- Multisite Practice Model: Shared time between GBMC and LBH clinics with flexibility to shape your clinical mix.
- Thoracic Call: Only for assigned and unassigned thoracic patients with resident and APP coverage for 1st call at Sinai and NW and APP support for the urgent chest tubes at GBMC.
- State of the Art Technology: ION robotic technology along with access to robotic and minimally invasive technology (with access to several DaVinci XI robots in all OR’s), collaborative OR infrastructure, and strong clinical referral networks.
- Collaborative & Supported Care Model: Partner with pulmonology, medical oncology, gastroenterology, radiation oncology, interventional radiology, all surgical sub-specialties, hospitalists, advanced practice providers and surgical residents.
- Program Growth & Innovation: Opportunity to contribute to program development, quality improvement, and academic scholarship. Newly developed lung screening and nodule program with nurse navigator and AI database support.
- Teaching & Mentorship: Active involvement in our highly competitive ACGME-accredited General Surgery Residency (24 residents, 5+1 format).
- Research: Opportunity to participate in resident-affiliated and independent research.
- Academic Appointment: Affiliation with the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, with opportunity for faculty appointment.
- Collaborative Networks: Long-standing partnerships with Johns Hopkins and University of Maryland Shock Trauma, enhancing educational and clinical resources.
- Trauma Center Excellence: Sinai’s Level II Trauma Center is a leader in the region, reverified in 2023 with no citations.
Qualifications
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in General Surgery and Thoracic Surgery
- Proven clinical excellence in minimally invasive and robotic thoracic procedures
- Strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration focus
- Academic or teaching experience preferred
- Interest in program development and clinical innovation
Compensation & Benefits
LifeBridge Health offers a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical liability insurance with tail coverage
- Annual paid time off
- 403(b) Retirement Plan and optional 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
- CME allowance – 5 days and up to $5,000 annually
- Life and disability insurance
- Reimbursement for credentialing and medical staff dues
- Discounted membership to LifeBridge’s award-winning 70,000-square-foot fitness center
- Free on-site parking
Salary range: $400k - $550k based on experience, plus production incentive.
Living in the Baltimore Region
The Baltimore-Washington corridor offers an outstanding quality of life with vibrant neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a wealth of recreational and cultural amenities. Enjoy:
- Proximity to Eastern Shore beaches, Chesapeake Bay, and the Appalachian Mountains
- Easy travel access to Washington D.C., Philadelphia, and New York City
- A diverse, affordable, and family-friendly living environment
Join Us
Be part of a dynamic, innovative, and supportive environment where your contributions matter. Help us deliver the highest quality colorectal surgical care in Maryland.
To apply or learn more, contact:
Amanda Alvarez, Director, Physician Recruitment & Relations
Email: AAlvarez@lifebridgehealth.org
Office: 410-871-7402
