Breast Surgeon opportunity at City of Hope in beautiful and family friendly Lake County, IL

City of Hope Chicago (Lake County, IL) is seeking an outstanding fellowship trained Breast Surgeon who wishes to contribute and practice medicine in a patient-focused environment surrounded by a collaborative team that drives speed to care, quality and outcomes.  We invite you to consider an opportunity to join City of Hope Chicago.

City of Hope Chicago is part of a nationally accredited network of cancer hospitals and outpatient care centers employing top clinical talent and offering high-quality, evidence-based care to patients across the US.  An industry leader in patient satisfaction, we provide a coordinated approach to cancer care with comprehensive access to medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, gynecologic oncologists, surgical oncologists, breast surgeons and other subspecialty surgeons, a wide variety of medical specialists, and numerous hospital-based specialists.  Our programs are supported by robust clinical trials and precision medicine programs and are complemented with an array of supportive therapies designed to enhance quality of life and manage side effects. We provide a compassionate environment that values and respects patients and their families. Every patient’s care plan is individualized to meet his or her needs and treatment goals.

City of Hope Chicago is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of people with cancer. Our mission is to transform the future of health care by turning science into a practical benefit and hope into reality.  We accomplish this by providing outstanding care, conducting innovative research and offering vital education programs focused on eliminating these diseases. 

At City of Hope Chicago, we provide a wide array of services used to deliver a comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan, all under one roof.  Here, a team of physicians, surgeons, practitioners, and support staff provides integrative cancer treatment, tailored to patients’ needs all in a very caring and compassionate environment.  

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 OVERVIEW

• Join a team of highly trained, board-certified surgical specialists committed to partnering with our cancer team to deliver outstanding patient care with innovative therapies, emerging treatment approaches, and expanding diagnostic options.
• Ability to function actively and collegially using an evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach, collaborating with a cancer team to deliver outstanding patient care
• Commitment to being able, affable, and available in all professional endeavors
• Willingness to engage in practice-related activities, including program development, growth initiatives, and regular communication with referring physicians
• Interest in clinical trials and contributing to the development and/or expansion of innovative therapies, emerging treatment approaches, and diagnostic options

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Demonstrated ability to function as a team player
• Collegial and helpful with internal colleagues, referring physicians, and others
• Articulate and engaging with patients, families, and other caregivers, using understandable language and compassion at all times
• Confident yet humble manner that earns respect from patients and colleagues
• Well versed in the state of cancer care, including the latest standards of care, research, and innovations

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS 

• Highly competitive compensation structure
• Signing bonus and other incentive opportunities including productivity and performance
• Relocation assistance available
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
  • Health Savings/Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Disability, Long-term Care, Life and AD&D
  • 401(k) Savings and Retirement Plan
  • Paid time off plan
  • Paid malpractice coverage
  • Professional expense reimbursement

Salary range: $250,000 - $650,000    The range listed is exclusively for base compensation for full-time employment and does not include incentive compensation or benefits.  Actual compensation will be adjusted for specialty, experience, training, hospital/community need and other factors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) or Foreign Equivalent 
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery 
• Fellowship trained in Breast Surgical Oncology 
• 3-5 years of clinical experience preferred 
• Illinois Medical License or ability to obtain prior to start date 

APPLY NOW!

Become an engaged member of our collaborative, patient-focused and supportive team!  

Contact us at physicianservices@ctca-hope.com

CITY OF HOPE’S COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY, EQUITY, and INCLUSION

We believe diversity, equity and inclusion is key in serving our mission to provide compassionate patient care, drive innovative discovery, and advance vital education focused on eliminating cancer and diabetes in all of our communities.  Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ensures we bring the full range of skills, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences to our work -- and that our teams align with the people we serve in order to build trust and understanding.  We are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces diversity - in ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives; this is reflected in our work and represented in our people.

From state-of-the-art cancer treatments to supportive therapies that target side effects, our integrative, comprehensive care is delivered by a team of specialists and other cancer experts, all under one roof.

City of Hope's mission is to deliver cures of tomorrow to the people who need them today. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S. and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center as its core, City of Hope brings a uniquely integrated model to patients spanning cancer care, research, and development, academics and training, and innovative initiatives. City of Hope's growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and treatment facilities in Atlanta, Chicago, and Phoenix. City of Hope's affiliate family of organizations includes Translational Genomics Research Institute, and AccessHope™. For more information about City of Hope, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube,  Instagram, or LinkedIn.

Located in northeastern Illinois, City of Hope Chicago is located halfway between Chicago and Milwaukee with Lake Michigan to the east, Wisconsin to the north and the city of Chicago to the south. The area is geographically diverse and includes picturesque rural communities, highly developed urban centers, and tourist communities. The county boasts an outstanding quality of life featuring excellent schools, beautiful lakes and beaches, hundreds of miles of trails, breathtaking forest preserves, unique downtowns, and vibrant shopping centers. It is located less than 15 miles from O'Hare International Airport and 40 miles from General Mitchell International Airport. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 700,000 people and 30,000+ businesses, including 11 Fortune 500 companies call Lake County home.  To learn more about the area, please visit the City of Chicago, Lake County Chamber of Commerce, goMilwaukee, and the Zion Chamber of Commerce.