Physician - Thoracic Surgery

Physician - Thoracic Surgery

Tacoma, WashingtonPosted 4mo agoattending physician
$594,000Listed on official posting
SalaryDr Signal$1,150,000 physician-reported median · 23 recent reports
Cardiothoracic SurgeryFull-timeVariable day schedule

Overview

Location
Tacoma, Washington
Schedule
Variable day schedule
Employer-listed pay
$594,000

Listed on official posting

Practice
Physician governed cardiovascular institute with multi-specialty partnership · Five-hospital system

Role summary

The MultiCare Pulse Heart Institute is seeking a board certified/eligible General Thoracic Surgeon to join a physician-led cardiovascular institute in a five-hospital system, offering a base salary plus bonuses and comprehensive benefits with research and leadership opportunities.

What the posting highlights

  • Research or clinical-trial participation is noted
  • APP collaboration or supervision is noted

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Posted pay$594k
Physician-reported total comp$770k–$1250k · $1150k median
$515kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$1329k

One shared annual scale compares the source-listed range with what 23 physicians report earning (national cohort). Reported figures are total compensation; posted ranges are often base salary, so this comparison can read low.

Compensation

Employer-listed pay
$594,000
Pay context
Listed on official posting
Evidence
P’s supporting both inpatient and outpatient. FTE: 1.0 Shift: Day Schedule: Variable Base Compensation: $594,000.00 plus production bonus, performance bonus and call pay What We Have to Offer Competitive co
Observed
1 mo ago
Compensation model
Base salary $594,000 plus production bonus, performance bonus, and call pay
Bonus / incentives
Production bonus, performance bonus, and call pay

Benefits named in the posting

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • CME allowance
  • Retirement plans
  • Malpractice insurance including tail
  • Leadership training opportunities
  • Wellness support
  • Student loan repayment

Pay in context

Tacoma, Washington

Employer-posted pay shown next to what physicians report earning — compared, never blended, never scored one against the other.

Employer-posted pay
$594k/yr
Midpoint $594,000 · listed on official posting
Physician-reported median
$1,150k
23 physician reports · national cohort · total comp
Posted pay$594k
Physician-reported total comp$770k–$1250k · $1150k median
$515kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$1329k

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Next steps

Employer

MultiCare Health System

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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Physician governed cardiovascular institute with multi-specialty partnership
Facility type
Five-hospital system
EHR
Not stated in posting
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Building sample
Active supply
Washington
Full-time
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Physician governed cardiovascular institute with multi-specialty partnership

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Questions to ask the employer

  • Is $594,000 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
  • The posted pay sits below what 23 Cardiothoracic Surgery physicians report (national median $1,150,000) — what closes that gap: productivity upside, bonus, equity, or schedule?
  • How is the productivity component calculated (wRVU rate, threshold, reconciliation cadence), and what did physicians here actually earn from it last year?
  • What is the call schedule, and is call compensated separately or built into the base?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule
Variable day schedule
Shift type
Day
FTE
1
Research
Yes
Supervises APPs
Yes

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Official employer source
Salary label
Listed on official posting
First seen
1 mo ago
Last verified
2 days ago
Extraction confidence
90%

Full description

About Pulse Heart Institute MultiCare’s Pulse Heart Institute is a physician led institute with multi-specialty partnership with Cardiothoracic surgery, vascular and cardiovascular service lines. Our team and state-of-the-art programs create a world-class health care organization and the destination center for cardiac, thoracic, and vascular care with complex structural heart disease and interventions, advanced heart failure service as well as advanced imaging with cutting edge technologies. We are seeking a board certified/eligible General Thoracic Surgeon to join a team of Thoracic and Cardiac Surgeons caring for patients in a five-hospital system in the Puget Sound region. The position is for a General Thoracic Surgeon with experience in all aspects of thoracic surgery including lung, mediastinal, chest wall, foregut, esophageal and pleural space pathology. An interest in robotic approach is expected and an opportunity to utilize the Single Port robot for both lung resection and mediastinal work is already established. The main hospital serves as a case observation site for Robotic Thoracic Surgery (DV5 fully upgraded fleet) as well as a Total Program Observation (Intuitive Surgical) site for Interventional Pulmonary as well as Thoracic Surgery. The team currently consists of four full time Cardiac Surgeons, one full time Thoracic Surgeon and a group of seven APP’s supporting both inpatient and outpatient. FTE: 1.0 Shift: Day Schedule: Variable Base Compensation: $594,000.00 plus production bonus, performance bonus and call pay What We Have to Offer Competitive compensation : Attractive salary with potential sign-on and relocation. Top-tier benefits : Medical, dental, CME, retirement plans, and malpractice insurance (including tail). Generous time off : Ample time to recharge and maintain work/life balance. Career growth : Student loan repayment, leadership training, and advancement opportunities. Research opportunities : Engage in impactful, industry-sponsored clinical trials and investigator-initiated research, collaborating closely with our dedicated Research Institute team.​ Innovation Lab : Partner with our medical device incubator to develop cutting-edge healthcare solutions. Wellness support : Access to mental health services and wellness coaching. Pacific Northwest lifestyle : Enjoy stunning views and outdoor adventures in a vibrant community. Contact Carla Voss - carla.voss@multicare.org #LI-CV1 Position Summary MultiCare Pulse Heart Institute is seeking a BC/BE Thoracic Surgeon to join a well-established and expanding group practice. As a provider within our physician governed cardiovascular institute, you’ll find everything you need to excel in your job including outstanding facilities, comprehensive resources and talented teammates sharing your commitment to quality patient care. Requirements Board certified/eligible at time of employment Licensed in the state of WA by the time of employment DEA, NPI & prescriptive authority Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association Why Pulse Heart Institute? Physician-led care Led by physicians and advanced practice providers who understand patient needs firsthand, ensuring decisions are grounded in clinical expertise and collaboration. Proven excellence Pulse units across MultiCare earned the 2025 Chest Pain – MI Registry™ Platinum Performance Achievement Award — the only facilities in Washington to receive this distinction. Comprehensive cardiovascular care A fully integrated model across cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery and vascular services, supporting the full continuum of care. People-first culture We invest in our teams through professional development, supportive leadership and an environment where caregivers can learn, grow and succeed. Well-being and support Resources and programs designed to help you maintain balance and feel supported in your work and life. Pacific Northwest lifestyle Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life. Pay and Benefit Expectations Associated benefit information can be viewed here .