Physician - Head & Neck Cancer Surgery
About The Position
Deaconess Specialty Physicians is seeking a fellowship-trained Head & Neck Cancer Surgeon to join our growing, multidisciplinary Cancer Service Line. This is a unique opportunity to practice high-acuity surgical oncology in a collaborative, resource-rich environment. A new Comprehensive Cancer Center is coming in 2028, which will bring together cutting-edge technology, leading specialists, and compassionate, coordinated care. This opportunity offers the ability to help lead and shape a growing high-complexity surgical oncology service, including advanced resections and reconstruction, supported by specialized ICU, respiratory, and critical care teams experienced in caring for Head & Neck oncology patients. Work alongside a team of experts from various specialties to provide patient-centered and comprehensive care to our patients with a Head and Neck/Cutaneous tumor board already established.
Requirements
- Fellowship-trained Head & Neck Cancer Surgeon
- BC/BE in Otolaryngology
- AHNS-accredited fellowship in Head & Neck Oncology Surgery
- 3+ years’ experience preferred (open to current fellows)
- Research experience encouraged
Nice To Haves
- Support to launch clinical trials
Responsibilities
- Practice high-acuity surgical oncology.
- Perform advanced resections and reconstruction.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of experts.
- Participate in Head and Neck/Cutaneous tumor boards.
- Provide patient-centered and comprehensive care.
- Potentially participate in ENT facial/trauma call, based on surgeon preference and experience.
Benefits
- Guaranteed Base Salary: $525,000 for the first 12 months
- Quality incentive bonus
- Productivity-based earnings
- Investment opportunity in the Evansville Surgery Center
- Sign-On Bonus: $100K for experienced surgeons; $50K for those with <3 years’ experience
- Training stipends available for current fellows
- Advanced Practice Provider support
- Dedicated OR block time
- Head & Neck Nurse Navigator
- Speech Pathologist, Dietician, Social Work, PM&R, Palliative Care
- Collaborative reconstructive/plastic surgery support
- Specialized ICU, respiratory, and critical care teams
- Generous PTO: 5 weeks + 6 holidays
- CME Support: 5 days + $3,500 annual stipend
- Full Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life
- Retirement Plans: 401k + 457b
- Licensing & Certification: DEA, board fees covered
- Relocation Assistance: Up to $15,000
- Tech Allowance: $750 every 5 years
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
