Summary The Amarillo Veterans Health Care System is seeking a qualified Physician for the Full Time Thoracic Surgeon position. Please see announcement CAZM-12821285-26-IA (VIN 12821285) if interested in Part-Time position. Responsibilities Thoracic surgery involves the diagnosis and treatment of condition, injuries and diseases that affect the organs in the thorax or chest. Specialists in this field care for patients with a wide range of thoracic diseases such as occupational and environmental lung disease, tuberculosis, cystic fibrosis, benign and malignant tumor of the lungs, chest wall, esophagus, stomach and mediastinal contents, malfunction of the esophagus, abnormalities of the heart and great vessels, and diaphragmatic hernia. Duties include but are not limited to: Obtaining medical histories and performing physical examinations, Providing and coordinating medical care for assigned patients in any care setting, including establishing diagnoses, formulating and implementing care ...