Vassar Brothers Medical Center, located in Poughkeepsie, NY, just 75 minutes north of New York City, is seeking a second Thoracic Surgical Oncologist to join Cliff Connery, MD, a highly experienced program builder, to further develop a rapidly expanding and comprehensive Thoracic oncology program serving the Hudson Valley region and beyond. Our team includes disease specific medical oncologists, experienced radiation oncologists, outstanding consultative services, compassionate nursing care and all the supportive services of a comprehensive Cancer Center.The Program has all the tools and technologies in place, including robotic technology, navigation bronchoscopy, hyperthermic perfused intrathoracic chemotherapy as well as other resources. A robust clinical research program is active in Oncology with access to both cooperative group trials, industry and in-house trials with proper research associate support and database participation.The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience with well-developed minimally invasive Thoracic surgical and interventional pulmonary skills. Familiarity with robotics is advantageous. Our three hospital system has an integrated and extensive primary care network, urgent care centers, and voluntary staff that provide unlimited potential for growth for an energetic, focused, board-certified or board eligible candidate. It is expected that this individual will help develop a specialized area of interest in Thoracic diseases to serve our region and beyond. Job Highlights: Vassar will be building a new 696,000-square-foot, seven-level inpatient pavilion with 264 private medical/surgical patient rooms and 30 critical care rooms over the next 3 years Newly updated and highly competitive compensation package Generous allowances for CMEs, Dues, and Relocation Collegial group and balanced work/life schedule Employed position with financially stable and growing hospital system and multi-specialty practice with over 200 primary care and specialty providers Strategic location between New York City and Albany along the Hudson River with easy commuter access via Amtrak and Metro North Rail lines Located on the banks of the scenic Hudson River, Vassar Brothers Medical Center is a 365-bed tertiary care hospital that provides the leading acute and critical emergency care in the region. Vassar focuses on providing the highest quality care and meeting the needs of the community of by consistently adding new services and state-of-the-art treatments with established centers of excellence in cardiac services, cancer care and women and children's health services. Vassar is consistently ranked as one of the strongest cardiac programs in the United States and one of the Top 100 Heart Hospitals by Modern HealthCare Magazine. Our employed practice is part of Health Quest, the largest and most comprehensive provider of healthcare services to the one million people who reside in the New York counties of Columbia, Dutchess, Ulster, Orange, Putnam and northern Westchester. Our not-for-profit system is consistently ranked as one of New York States most successful Health Systems. Our hospitals include Vassar Brothers Medical Center in Poughkeepsie, Northern Dutchess Hospital in Rhinebeck, and Putnam Hospital Center in Carmel. The Hudson Valley boasts a terrific quality of life. From hiking, biking, and boating, to cafes, art galleries, and local farmers markets, this beautiful suburban location offers endless ways to spend your leisure time. Excellent housing and outstanding schools can be found throughout the region. The Mid-Hudson Valley is also home to many fine colleges and universities, including Vassar College, Bard College, Marist College, SUNY New Paltz, and the Culinary Institute of America. Only 75 minutes north of New York City, the area offers easy commuter access to the city via Metro North Rail Road and Amtrak rail lines. Our vibrant cities and picturesque villages interweave culture, history and recreation in one of the countrys most livable locations.
