Breast Surgeon in Portland, Maine

ISONG; Portland (ME); Hybrid; USD 411,000 - 451,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan reimbursement

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

J-1 sponsorship

Job summary

Northern Light Mercy Hospital in Portland, Maine, is seeking a full-time breast surgeon to join its nationally accredited breast care center. Be part of a multidisciplinary team providing world-class care for benign and malignant breast conditions.

Candidates should be board certified or board eligible in general surgery; fellowship training in breast surgery is preferred. Enjoy a 4-day work week, a 1:3 call rotation with no general surgery call, and 328 hours of annual PTO plus parental time

Qualifications

• Board certification or eligibility in general surgery is required.
• Fellowship training or additional breast surgery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join a multidisciplinary team providing care for benign and malignant breast conditions.
• Collaborate with breast radiologists, medical oncologists, nurse navigators and other support staff.
• Provide high-quality, compassionate breast care with emphasis on patient experience.

Job description

Breast Surgeon in Portland, Maine

Northern Light Mercy Hospital is seeking a full-time breast surgeon to join its successful, nationally accredited breast care center in Portland, Maine. This position offers the opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing world‑class care for patients with both benign and malignant breast conditions. With a reputation for clinical excellence, patient‑centered care, and compassion, Northern Light Mercy Hospital is the perfect environment for a surgeon looking to make a meaningful impact and grow a long‑term career.

Candidates should be board certified or board eligible in general surgery (required). Fellowship training or additional experience in breast surgery is preferred.

Enjoy Work-Life Balance:

• 4-day work week
• 1:3 call rotation with no general surgery call and no in‑house call requirement
• 328 hours of annual PTO and additional Paid Parental Time for new parents
  

Practice in a Thriving, Well‑Supported Environment:

• Work alongside an accomplished breast surgeon, a dedicated breast surgery PA, and a full‑time NP seeing high risk patients.
• Join a comprehensive practice offering the full spectrum of breast health services, including a dedicated high‑risk clinic and genetic testing for affected and unaffected patients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team that includes breast radiologists, medical oncologists, nurse navigators, social workers, and other specialized support staff.
• Provide high‑quality, compassionate care in a breast center known for its exceptional patient experience and commitment to seeing newly diagnosed breast cancer patients within two business days.
  

Benefits Information:

• Generous student loan reimbursement opportunities
• Sign‑on bonus available
• Relocation assistance, where applicable
• Potential for J‑1 waiver sponsorship with pathway to Green Card (if desired) and immigration counsel support.
  

Compensation Information:

• $411,000 - $451,287 annual base salary with the ability to earn additional compensation based on productivity.
• The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, including but not limited to call pay, leadership stipends, etc.
  

Northern Light Health

At Northern Light Health, we’re building a better approach to healthcare because we believe people deserve access to care that works for them. As an integrated health delivery system serving Maine, we’re raising the bar with no‑nonsense solutions that are leading the way to a healthier future for our state. Our nearly 10,000 team members—in hospitals, primary and specialty care practices, long‑term and home healthcare, and ground and air medical transport and emergency care—are committed to making healthcare work for our patients, communities, and employees.

Northern Light Mercy Hospital

Northern Light Mercy Hospital is a nonprofit acute care hospital in Portland, Maine, and a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas. Our work is grounded in compassion, dignity, and service, with a commitment to caring for every member of our community, especially those most in need. At Mercy, people come to work knowing their role matters. Whether at the bedside, in support services, administration, or clinical care, every team member contributes to a culture built on respect, collaboration, and purpose.

We provide a broad range of medical and surgical services, along with multiple primary and specialty care offerings and community‑based programs that extend our impact beyond the hospital walls. As a member of Northern Light Health, an integrated statewide health delivery system, employees benefit from the stability, resource, and career pathways of a larger organization while working in a hospital that feels personal and connected. Team members have opportunities to grow professionally, explore new roles, and build long‑term careers in an environment focused on quality, innovation, and the well‑being of our workforce.

Portland, Maine

Mercy Hospital is located in Portland - Maine’s largest and most vibrant city, offering an exceptional quality of life that attracts people from across the country. Portland is nationally recognized for its food scene, arts and culture, vibrant neighborhoods, and strong sense of community. Within minutes of the city, you can reach beaches, islands, lakes, and mountain trails, with easy access to hiking, skiing, boating, and cycling. The region also offers excellent schools, family‑friendly neighborhoods, and easy travel connections through Portland International Jetport and nearby rail service to Boston. Southern Maine blends career opportunity with a lifestyle centered on balance, outdoor recreation, and coastal living, making it an ideal place to live and build a career.