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Lee Health Cancer Institute, a leading healthcare provider in Southwest Florida, is Seeking Fellowship Trained Breast Surgeons to join our team of dedicated professionals.

Description of Program

The Lee Health Cancer Institute is recruiting a breast surgeon to join a busy (> 1000 breast analytic cases/year) breast program. The program is fully accredited by the American College of Surgeons National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). The multidisciplinary breast cancer treatment team, which includes medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, breast radiologists, advanced practice providers, pathologists, genetic counselors, and nurse navigators, provides personalized, coordinated patient care. The integrated oncology program conducts multiple weekly disease-specific tumor boards and has a robust clinical research program. The treatment team is complimented by a wide range of supportive services, ensuring holistic care that addresses the needs of our breast cancer patients and their families.

The Lee Health Cancer Institute, a 100,000-square-foot state-of-the-art outpatient facility, is a pioneer in providing comprehensive cancer care. With a focus on medical oncology, surgical oncology, radiation oncology, and palliative care services for all types of cancer (5,300 analytic cases/year), we stand out with our 43-chair chemotherapy infusion center, advanced imaging, specialty lab services, nurse navigators, genetic counselors, social workers, dietitians, cancer rehabilitation, and financial counseling. The Gulf Coast Medical Center houses the 72-bed oncology hospital.

Qualifications

We are seeking a candidate with the right qualifications to join our team. The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited school of medicine (allopathic/osteopathic), completed an accredited general surgery residency program, and finished a Society of Surgical Oncology-approved Breast Oncology or an ACGME-approved Complex General Surgical Oncology Fellowship.

Successful candidates will play a crucial role as critical multidisciplinary team members in evaluating, managing, and treating our patients. Their forward-thinking leadership and commitment to personalized care, quality, and patient satisfaction will be instrumental in optimizing patient care. We seek candidates with superior surgical skills and strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills. Their ability and desire to develop interdisciplinary collaborations and work well with others will be highly valued, offering a significant opportunity for professional growth.

Lee Health isa non-profit organization with 16,000 employees and 92 practice locations throughout Southwest Florida. Lee Health Physician Group employs 1,200 primary care and specialty care providers. The health system has four acute care hospitals and two specialty hospitals with 1,812 beds. All acute hospitals received an A in the fall 2023 Leapfrog Hospital Safety survey.

Joining the Lee Health Cancer Institute is more than just a job-it's a career opportunity. We offer an attractive work/life balance, competitive compensation with bonus opportunities, comprehensive benefits, generous time off, CME time and money, and a sign-on bonus & relocation package. We want to ensure that your skills and expertise are recognized and rewarded. Lee Health is a participating federal public service loan repayment organization, further enhancing the benefits package. This role offers a significant opportunity for professional growth, where your leadership and commitment to patient care will be instrumental in optimizing our services.

Fort Myers, the location of our Cancer Institute, has warm weather all year round and offers numerous outdoor activities, such as boating, golf, fishing, wildlife, beautiful hiking trails, and much more. In 2022, according to US News and World Report, Fort Myers was the #4 fastest-growing community in the US. The city also boasts numerous restaurants, shopping, art, history, and festivals year-round. It is near Sanibel Island, Captiva, Naples, and three of Floridas major cities: Orlando, Tampa, and Miami. Fort Myers International Airport is accessible and offers numerous direct flights and connections.