Surgical Oncologist

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Surgical Oncologist is a board-certified surgeon specializing in the operative management of cancer including cancer diagnosis surgical treatment and longitudinal surgical follow-up. At the Cancer Center of South Florida (CCSF) the Surgical Oncologist plays an integral member of the multidisciplinary oncology team collaborating closely with medical oncology radiation oncology pathology radiology radiology and supportive services to deliver high-quality patient-centered evidence-based care. This position requires exceptional surgical expertise sound clinical judgement excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to excellence in outcomes safety and patient addition to core clinical responsibilities CCSF Surgical Oncologists are expected to uphold the organizations shared values actively participate in tumor boards and quality initiatives and contribute to a culture of collaboration continuous improvement and professional leadership within the oncology care continuum.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Patient Care Excellence & Satisfaction

• Diagnose and surgically manage a wide range of cancer conditions using evidence-based surgical oncology standards of care.
• Develop and implement individualized surgical treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary care teams.
• Perform cancer-related surgical procedures with a focus on safety quality outcomes and patient-centered care.
• Provide clear compassionate communication to patients and families regarding diagnosis surgical options risks benefits alternatives and postoperative expectations.
• Maintain high patient satisfaction through professionalism respect responsiveness and service excellence.
• Engage in ongoing communication with patients to support informed consent shared decision-making and continuity of care.

Clinical Quality & Efficiency

• Conduct comprehensive preoperative evaluations order and interpret appropriate diagnostic studies and determine surgical candidacy.
• Deliver timely accurate and complete documentation including operative reports pathology correlation and postoperative follow-up notes.
• Maintain current knowledge of advancements in surgical oncology minimally invasive techniques and oncologic outcomes applying best practices to patient care.
• Demonstrate efficiency reliability and accountability in managing operative schedules inpatient and outpatient responsibilities and follow-up care.
• Promote patient safety through adherence to perioperative protocols complication prevention and quality improvement initiatives.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration & Collegiality

• Collaborate closely with medical oncologists radiation oncologists pathologists radiologists nursing and support services to deliver coordinated comprehensive cancer care.
• Actively participate in tumor boards case conferences and multidisciplinary treatment planning discussions.
• Maintain respectful supportive relationships with colleagues and contribute to a positive collaborative work culture.
• Share professional expertise constructively and address differences of opinion in a respectful patient-centered manner.

Community Involvement & Professional Representation

• Represent CCSF through patient physician and community outreach initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong referral relationships with community physicians hospitals and healthcare partners.
• Participate in CCSF-sponsored initiatives that enhance visibility trust and engagement within the community.

Payor Relations & Value-Based Care

• Deliver surgical care aligned with CCSFs quality standards and value-based performance expectations.
• Support accurate documentation and coding to reflect surgical complexity acuity and outcomes.
• Collaborate with administrative and clinical teams to optimize efficiency appropriate utilization and episode-of-care management including length of stay and readmission reduction.
• Contribute to positive payor relationships through high-quality outcomes professionalism and effective care coordination.

Continuous Learning Research & Leadership

• Participate in continuing medical education scientific meetings and professional development activities to maintain clinical excellence.
• Engage in clinical research quality improvement initiatives and protocol development as applicable.
• Contribute to teaching presentations or publications when appropriate to advance the field of surgical oncology.
• Participate in leadership roles within CCSF professional societies or community organizations as opportunities arise.
• Research and administrative responsibilities including associated time commitments are defined and outlined in the employment agreement.

Proactivity & Practice Engagement

• Demonstrate initiative in addressing clinical operational and organizational challenges.
• Actively contributes to improving workflows surgical processes patient experience and team collaboration.
• Participate in committees quality reviews accreditation activities or special projects that support CCSFs mission and strategic goals.

Regulatory & Ethical Compliance

• Comply with all applicable federal and state healthcare laws and regulations including HIPAA FCA AKS and the Stark Law.
• Adhere to CCSF policies procedures and ethical standards.
• Maintain an active unrestricted medical license and board certification as required.
• Promote a culture of compliance professionalism accountability and patient safety.

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Medical degree (MD or DO) or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Completion of an accredited surgical oncology fellowship or equivalent advanced oncologic surgical training appropriate for the scope of practice or specialty

CERTIFICATES LICENSE OR REGISTRATION:

• Board certification or board eligibility in an oncological surgical specialty through the American Board of Surgery or another ABMS AOA-recognized certifying board
• Eligibility for and ability to obtain and maintain an active unrestricted medical license in the State of Florida
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Active Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration maintained in good standing and consistent with scope of practice

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS OR ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of oncology hematology diagnostics and evidence-based protocols
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making in complex medical situations.
• Ability to clearly communicate with patients families and care teams.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment meanwhile promoting collegiality and mutual respect.
• Ability to manage time and have a high attention to detail.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership integrity and compliance with medical ethical and legal standards.
• Knowledge of using electronic medical record systems (EMR).