Breast Surgeon/ Advanced Surgical Oncologist

Dignity Health; Prescott Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 401,000 - 481,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Retirement plan with employer match

CME benefits

Tail coverage malpractice

Loan repayment options

Job summary

Dignity Health in Prescott Valley, AZ seeks a board-certified/eligible Breast Surgeon to join a busy General Surgery practice. The role includes breast imaging, biopsies, and coordinating cancer care, with a two-year salary guarantee and RVU-based compensation.

Relocation assistance, sign-on bonus, and a robust benefits package are provided. The position requires an MD or DO, AZ license (active or eligible), completed General Surgery residency, and fellowship in breast surgery or surgical

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• Active or eligible Arizona license.
• Completion of General Surgery residency.
• Fellowship in breast surgery or surgical oncology required or in progress.
• Board Certified or Eligible by ABOS.

Responsibilities

• Perform breast ultrasounds and breast biopsies.
• Manage breast cancer patients and breast biopsies.
• Participate in 40-hour work week with OR and clinic duties.
• Join a 3-surgeon General Surgery team and ER call rotation (~6 days/month).
• Relocation and sign-on bonus offered; comprehensive benefits.

Skills

Board Certified / Eligible ABOS

Breast surgery expertise

Surgical oncology

Patient communication

Education

MD/DO degree

Arizona license (Active or eligible)

General Surgery residency

Fellowship in breast surgery or surgical oncology

ABOS board certification / eligibility

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Breast Surgeon, you will play a pivotal role in a well-established General Surgery practice, serving a community with a significant need for specialized breast care. This exciting opportunity is perfect for both new graduates and experienced surgeons seeking to build a thriving practice. You'll join a collaborative team of three General Surgeons, expanding our capacity to diagnose and treat breast cancer patients, manage breast biopsies, interpret imaging follow-ups, and guide genetic testing. This position offers extensive growth opportunities within a supportive environment, focusing on delivering exceptional patient outcomes and addressing critical healthcare demands.

Every day you will be instrumental in managing a robust caseload, projected at approximately 20 patients during two dedicated clinic days, complemented by 1-3 days focused on surgical procedures. Your responsibilities will encompass performing essential procedures such as breast ultrasounds, breast biopsies, and breast I&Ds. A typical work week will involve around 40 hours, balancing clinic demands with operating room schedules and participating in a shared General Surgery ER call rotation approximately six days per month. You'll contribute to a high-demand service, ensuring comprehensive, compassionate care for a diverse patient population within a state-of-the-art clinical setting.

To be successful in this role, you will be a highly skilled and compassionate Board-Certified Breast Surgeon or a qualified resident/fellow. You will possess strong clinical acumen in breast pathology, advanced surgical techniques, and exceptional patient communication skills. We offer a competitive salary, attractive sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, CME benefits, and robust per-occurrence based medical malpractice with tail coverage. For eligible candidates, loan repayment through Bright Horizons and PSLF loan forgiveness (due to our 501(c)3 status) are also available, making this an ideal long-term career investment for a dedicated and forward-thinking specialist.

We are offering a competitive 2 year salary guarantee then RVU-based, a sign-on bonus, full benefits, CME allowance, Malpractice with tail coverage, and relocation assistance for eligible candidates. We also offer a retirement plan with employer match. Qualified candidates may also be eligible for student loan repayment.

Job Requirements

Required

• MD or DO degree

• Active or eligible license in the state of Arizona

• Successful completion of a residency program in General Surgery

• Successful completion of a fellowship in breast surgery or surgical oncology

• Board Certified/ Eligible the ABOS

Where You'll Work

Picture a mid-sized mountain community location within 1.5 hours of a major metropolitan area. Imagine filling your lungs with the scent of pine trees as you enjoy a robust outdoor lifestyle. Let your mind wander through the history of the Wild West as you explore a town brimming with history dating back to the days of Wyatt Earp. Envision practicing medicine with a group of like-minded physicians who are dedicated to their community.

Our Community:

• Rich in history and charm, Prescott’s many historic buildings, museums, state parks and sites offer a wide array of ways to explore and experience the area

• Locally owned and award winning restaurants, bistros and café’s

• Charming shops and boutiques appealing to a wide variety of tastes

• Wide variety of festivals and arts/entertainment throughout the year

• Home to wineries and tasting rooms

• Closest metro area is Phoenix (99 miles) with a population of 1.6 million

• A 4-season climate with low humidity and plenty of sunshine!

• Regional airport with daily flights to Phoenix, Las Vegas and beyond

Pay Range

$401,086 - $481,499 /year

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.