Surgery - Surgical Oncologist

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group; Loma Linda (CA); Sur place; USD 325 000 - 428 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Generous retirement contribution

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Competitive vacation and sick days

CME days and research funds

Relocation assistance

Paid malpractice and life insurance

Résumé du poste

Loma Linda University Faculty Medical Group is seeking a fellowship-trained surgical oncologist to join their Department of Surgery at the main campus in Loma Linda, California. The role involves managing complex surgical oncology cases and engaging in education and research.

Responsibilities include using robotic platforms for surgeries, educating medical students and fellows, and participating in clinical trials. The position offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits including relocation assistance and eligibility for student loan forgiveness.

Qualifications

• Fellowship training in general surgical oncology.
• Current board certification and state licensure in surgery.
• Record of faculty or clinical publication preferred.

Responsabilités

• Manage patients with complex surgical oncology conditions.
• Utilize robotic platforms for surgical procedures.
• Conduct clinical research and participate in trials.
• Educate students and oversee surgical oncology fellowship programs.
• Engage in community outreach and global surgical training.

Connaissances

Fellowship training in general surgical oncology

Current board certification in surgery

Commitment to research and education

Formation

Fellowship in surgical oncology

Description du poste

Position Overview

The Department of Surgery at Loma Linda University School of Medicine is seeking a fellowship‑trained surgical oncologist to join the team as an Assistant or Associate Professor of Surgery. The role will be based primarily at the main campus in Loma Linda, with a portion of service performed in Apple Valley, CA. Candidates will work collaboratively with the Division Chief and other faculty members across the university’s academic cancer program and affiliated community cancer centers.

Responsibilities

• Manage patients with a wide variety of complex general surgical oncology conditions through definitive surgical treatment, including gastrointestinal, endocrine, and hepatopancreatobiliary resections such as the Whipple procedure.

• Utilize nine robotic platforms (dual‑V and da Vinci Xi) for surgical procedures and support multidisciplinary care with Advanced Endoscopy, Interventional Radiology, and peritoneal surface malignancy programs.

• Conduct clinical research, participate in clinical trials, and contribute to the division’s research agenda.

• Educate medical students, residents, and fellows through teaching, mentorship, and oversight of the ACGME‑accredited Complex General Surgical Oncology fellowship and international surgical oncology fellowship programs.

• Engage in community outreach and global surgical training initiatives, including formal teaching of international candidates to address surgical oncology workforce deficiencies in low‑ and middle‑income countries.

Qualifications

• Fellowship training in general surgical oncology.

• Current board certification and state licensure in surgery.

• Demonstrated commitment to research and education with a record of faculty or clinical publication preferred.

• Ability to travel and provide service at a distance of 48 miles from the main campus.

Benefits & Compensation

Base compensation range is $325,000 – $428,000, adjusted based on experience and faculty rank. Variable compensation and productivity incentives are not included in this range and are addressed during the recruitment process.

• Generous retirement contribution
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• Competitive vacation and sick days
• CME days and research funds
• Relocation assistance when applicable
• Paid malpractice and life insurance

Faculty members are eligible for federal student loan forgiveness programs through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

About the area

Loma Linda, positioned in the Inland Empire of Southern California, offers a small‑town feel with ample outdoor recreation, low cost of living, and strong public and private school systems. The region is recognized as a Blue Zone for its emphasis on health and wellness.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.