Description
Thoracic Surgeon – Elite Support Team & Established Lung Nodule Clinic
Melbourne, Florida
Join us on the Beautiful Space Coast!
The Opportunity
Health First is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Thoracic Surgeon to join our rapidly growing surgical team. This is an exceptional opportunity to step into an incredibly efficient, high-volume practice within a fully integrated healthcare network. If you are looking for a true balance of cutting-edge technology, robust mid-level support, and a premium coastal lifestyle, this role is built for you.
Designed for Surgical Efficiency We’ve removed the typical logistical friction so you can focus entirely on patient care:
- Immediate Proximity: Your clinic is located just steps from the Operating Room and ICU.
- Built-In Volume: Step into an established, highly successful Lung Nodule Clinic run in direct partnership with Oncology.
- Premier Support Team: Benefit from a dedicated, highly trained clinical team featuring 4 Physician Assistants, 2 Nurse Practitioners, and 1 RN First Assistant.
- High-Acuity Flow: Practice within the region's dominant tertiary referral center serving Florida’s expanding Space Coast.
Advanced Technology & Robotic Platform
- State-of-the-Art Access: Complete access to advanced robotic surgical platforms.
- Skill Development: While prior robotic experience is a strong asset, we welcome candidates with a strong interest in expanding their robotic skill set within an innovative, supportive environment.
Why Health First? (By the Numbers)
- Regional Leader: Fully accredited Level II Trauma Center serving Brevard and Indian River Counties.
- Volume Dominance: Our Heart Center performs more cardiac and thoracic procedures than any other hospital in Brevard County.
- Collaborative Network: A thriving medical staff of over 570 members across a highly integrated, multi-hospital system.
- Stroke & Neuro Excellence: Primary Stroke Center with ASA Gold Plus recognition and exclusive regional Interventional Neuro-Radiology services.
Live Where Others Vacation Brevard County perfectly balances a sophisticated professional environment with an unmatched coastal lifestyle:
- The Coast: Miles of pristine Atlantic beaches with year-round boating, fishing, and surfing.
- The Community: Rocket launches right from your backyard at Kennedy Space Center.
- Family Friendly: Highly rated public schools (98% earning A/B grades).
- Financial Perks: Take advantage of no Florida state income tax.
- Accessibility: Just a short drive to Orlando’s international airport and world-famous entertainment.
Connect With Us Comfortably To learn more about this position, the surgical team, or the health system, please reach out directly for a confidential conversation:
Contact: Zac Wilberger, Recruitment Team
Email: zac.wilberger@hf.org
