BEEBE BREAST SURGERY-PHYSICIAN

Beebe Healthcare•Rehoboth Beach, DE

About The Position

The Breast Surgical Oncologist provides comprehensive, patient-centered surgical care for people with benign and malignant breast diseases. The role includes diagnosing, staging, and surgically managing breast cancer and related conditions; participating in multidisciplinary tumor boards; collaborating with medical and radiation oncology; and contributing to quality, research, and growth of the breast cancer service line. The position supports development and continuous improvement of the Breast Program, accreditation efforts, clinical quality initiatives, research, education, and community outreach. The physician works with administrative and medical leadership on strategic and operational goals and serves as a clinical resource and mentor. Work takes place in clinical, procedural, and surgical environments in hospital and outpatient settings, with on-call coverage as required.

Requirements

MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
Board certified or board eligible in General Surgery.
Fellowship training in Breast Surgical Oncology or Surgical Oncology with extensive breast experience.
Eligible for medical licensure in the state.
Demonstrated expertise in breast cancer surgery and current knowledge of evidence-based treatment guidelines.
Expertise in breast surgical oncology techniques.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
Dedication to high-quality, compassionate patient care.

Nice To Haves

SSO-approved fellowship.
Experience in an accredited Breast Center or oncology program.
Participation in multidisciplinary oncology care models.
Research experience or interest in clinical trials.
Commitment to patient-centered care and team-based practice.
Interest in innovation, research, and quality improvement.

Responsibilities

Provide surgical management for breast cancer and other breast diseases, including lumpectomy, mastectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, axillary surgery, reconstruction coordination, and risk-reducing procedures.
Perform pre-operative evaluation, risk assessment, counseling, and follow-up care.
Collaborate on multidisciplinary patient management with radiology, pathology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, genetics, navigation, and supportive services.
Participate in multidisciplinary tumor board discussions and contribute to evidence-based treatment planning.
Ensure adherence to national breast cancer care standards, including NCCN, NAPBC, ASCO, and Commission on Cancer guidelines.
Perform stereotactic and ultrasound biopsy.
Support development and continuous improvement of the Breast Program and related oncology service lines.
Contribute to achieving and maintaining accreditation standards, such as NAPBC and CoC.
Participate in clinical quality initiatives, outcomes monitoring, and process improvement projects.
Engage in clinical research, clinical trials, retrospective studies, or quality-based research initiatives when applicable.
Educate residents, medical students, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and other team members.
Participate in community outreach, prevention programs, survivorship initiatives, and breast-health educational events.
Work with administrative and medical leadership to develop strategic goals for breast surgical oncology services.
Participate in staff meetings, strategic planning, and operational initiatives within the oncology service line.
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to colleagues and staff.
Participate in on-call coverage as required.