Chief of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery, Open Rank
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Location: San Antonio, TX 78228
Description:
Mays Cancer Center
Department of Surgery
Division of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery
Chief of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery
The Division of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery, Mays Cancer Center, Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine, is inviting applications for the position of Chief of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery. The incumbent will be affiliated with the NCI-designated Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the new cancer-focused UT Multi-Specialty and Research Hospital which opened December 2024.
The Chief will be expected to lead the development of a premier program that provides exemplary patient care in a comprehensive, cohesive, efficient, and integrated manner. The Chief will be expected to recruit and develop faculty; engage in workflow redesign and process improvement to enhance the patience experience; lead, collaborate, and engage all members of the health care team; delegate responsibilities as appropriate with other team members; and build a cohesive and creative team environment. We expect that the Chief will also lead a strong portfolio of clinical trials that will advance the care of cancer patients and to move the field forward. Collaborations with laboratory investigators to translate novel observations from bench to bedside in innovative investigator-initiated clinical trials will also be encouraged. Furthermore, an effective Division Chief will forge constructive partnerships across UT Health San Antonio in support of the institutional mission.
Clinical responsibilities will include providing cutting-edge care for oncology patients, evaluating and managing high-risk cancer patients, and participating in weekly Tumor Board meetings. Candidate must work with ancillary services including Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Pathology and other cancer specialists to provide optimal multidisciplinary care to patients. Candidate is expected to provide on-call coverage for Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery. Academic responsibilities will include teaching surgery residents, teaching and presenting for medical students, and mentoring physician assistants and/or advanced nursing providers.
Candidates must possess an MD degree or recognized foreign equivalent, must be board certified or eligible in general surgery, have completed a surgical oncology fellowship, and possess or be able to obtain a Texas medical license. Pancreas focus is preferred, but candidates with other areas of clinical focus will also be considered. Compensation package will be commensurate with experience.
Interested applicants should apply by logging into UT Health Careers. The link is: UT Health San Antonio Careers - Jobs
UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.
Department of Surgery
Division of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery
Chief of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery
The Division of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery, Mays Cancer Center, Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine, is inviting applications for the position of Chief of Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery. The incumbent will be affiliated with the NCI-designated Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, and the new cancer-focused UT Multi-Specialty and Research Hospital which opened December 2024.
The Chief will be expected to lead the development of a premier program that provides exemplary patient care in a comprehensive, cohesive, efficient, and integrated manner. The Chief will be expected to recruit and develop faculty; engage in workflow redesign and process improvement to enhance the patience experience; lead, collaborate, and engage all members of the health care team; delegate responsibilities as appropriate with other team members; and build a cohesive and creative team environment. We expect that the Chief will also lead a strong portfolio of clinical trials that will advance the care of cancer patients and to move the field forward. Collaborations with laboratory investigators to translate novel observations from bench to bedside in innovative investigator-initiated clinical trials will also be encouraged. Furthermore, an effective Division Chief will forge constructive partnerships across UT Health San Antonio in support of the institutional mission.
Clinical responsibilities will include providing cutting-edge care for oncology patients, evaluating and managing high-risk cancer patients, and participating in weekly Tumor Board meetings. Candidate must work with ancillary services including Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Pathology and other cancer specialists to provide optimal multidisciplinary care to patients. Candidate is expected to provide on-call coverage for Surgical Oncology and Endocrine Surgery. Academic responsibilities will include teaching surgery residents, teaching and presenting for medical students, and mentoring physician assistants and/or advanced nursing providers.
Candidates must possess an MD degree or recognized foreign equivalent, must be board certified or eligible in general surgery, have completed a surgical oncology fellowship, and possess or be able to obtain a Texas medical license. Pancreas focus is preferred, but candidates with other areas of clinical focus will also be considered. Compensation package will be commensurate with experience.
Interested applicants should apply by logging into UT Health Careers. The link is: UT Health San Antonio Careers - Jobs
UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.