Breast Surgery Physician (Intermittent/PRN)

Denver Health; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 309,000 - 389,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven organization as a Breast Surgery Physician, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of breast conditions. This role involves performing critical diagnostic and surgical procedures while providing compassionate post-operative care. You will collaborate with a diverse team of medical professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care. With a focus on community health, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' lives. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values your skills and contributions while providing access to numerous benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Social Security Replacement Retirement Plan

On-site Employee Fitness Center

Community Resource Navigation Support

Childcare Discount Programs

Education & Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree required for the Breast Surgery Physician role.
• Experience in performing diagnostic and surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Conducts diagnostic procedures to identify breast conditions.
• Performs surgical procedures to treat breast conditions.
• Provides post-operative care and follow-up for patients.

Skills

Diagnostic Procedures

Surgical Procedures

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Record Keeping

Education

Doctorate Degree

Tools

Medical Software

Job description

We are recruiting for a motivated Breast Surgery Physician (Intermittent/PRN) to join our team!

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Department

General & Trauma SurgeonsJob Summary

Under minimal supervisor the Breast Surgery Physician specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of breast conditions, including breast cancer. The physician is responsible for performing diagnostic procedures, such as mammograms and biopsies, as well as performing surgical procedures to treat breast conditions; additionally, the physician provides post-operative care for patients.

Essential Functions:

• Conducts diagnostic procedures, such as mammograms and biopsies, to identify and diagnose breast conditions. (20%)


• Performs surgical procedures to treat breast conditions, such as breast cancer, benign breast tumors, and breast reconstruction. (40%)


• Provides post operative care and follow up care for patients, including monitoring for complications and providing recommendations for future treatment. (10%)


• Communicates with patients and their families to provide education and support throughout the treatment process. (10%)


• Collaborates with medical professionals, such as oncologists and radiologists, to provide comprehensive care for patients. (15%)


• Keeps detailed records of patients' medical history, treatment, and outcomes. (5%)

Education:

• Doctorate Degree Required

Work Experience:

Licenses:

• MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required


• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures and techniques.


• Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.


• Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care.


• Able to receive detailed information through oral communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications.


• Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills.


• Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value systems.


• Performs in a tactful and professional manner.


• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.


• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.


• Computer skills required.


• Computer skills preferred.

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

PRN/Intermittent

Salary

$309,300.00 - $388,800.00 / yr (Pay range listed is for 1.0 full-time equivalent (FTE). See Work Type for actual FTE)

Benefits

• Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Community resource navigation support

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.