Surgery - Surgical Oncologist

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group•Loma Linda, CA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Department of Surgery at Loma Linda University School of Medicine is seeking a fellowship-trained surgical oncologist to join their team as an Assistant or Associate Professor of Surgery. The role involves managing complex general surgical oncology conditions within the Loma Linda University Cancer Center and its affiliated clinics, working alongside multidisciplinary specialists. The position requires a commitment to research and education, including mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows. The Division of Surgical Oncology is Commission on Cancer accredited and includes faculty specializing in Complex General and Breast Surgical Oncology. The role will be primarily based at the main campus in Loma Linda, with a portion of services provided in Apple Valley, CA, to address access barriers in an underserved region. Faculty utilize nine robotic platforms for various resections and are involved in specialized programs like peritoneal surface malignancy management and hepatic arterial infusion therapy. The Division offers an ACGME-accredited Complex General Surgical Oncology fellowship and training programs in surgical, medical, and radiation oncology. It also provides surgical oncology training to international candidates to address workforce deficiencies globally. Leadership opportunities are available. Board certification and licensure are required. The Department of Surgery is committed to fostering the professional and academic growth of its faculty and trainees, aligning with the Loma Linda University mission of whole person care, education, and research. Faculty interested in global surgery can engage with the Center for Global Surgery. Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group is part of Loma Linda University Health, a major tertiary referral center and Level I trauma center serving a population of nearly 5 million. The organization integrates a faith-based approach to healthcare, following the healing and teaching ministry of Jesus Christ.

Requirements

Fellowship trained surgical oncologist.
Board certification.
Licensure.
Commitment to research and education.
California residency required upon start date.

Nice To Haves

Interests in global surgery.

Responsibilities

Manage complex general surgical oncology conditions.
Conduct research.
Educate medical students, residents, and fellows.
Provide surgical services at the main campus in Loma Linda and affiliated community cancer programs and satellite clinics, including a portion of services in Apple Valley, CA.
Utilize robotic platforms for GI, endocrine, and HPB resections.
Participate in programmatic capabilities for peritoneal surface malignancy management and hepatic arterial infusion therapy.
Engage in clinical trials.
Potentially take on leadership roles within the Division.