Surgical Oncologist ( General Surgery With Expertise in Hepatobiliary and General Surgical Carcinomas) - Richmond, VA

Surgical Oncologist (General Surgeon with expertise in Hepatobiliary and General Surgical Carcinomas)

Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital
Richmond, VA

Position Overview: We’re seeking a highly skilled General Surgeon with expertise in Surgical Oncology, focusing on hepatobiliary surgery and other general surgical carcinomas. The ideal candidate will excel in both general and oncologic surgical procedures, including the management of cancers affecting the liver, bile ducts, pancreas, as well as other common carcinomas such as colorectal, gastric, and esophageal cancers. This role requires a commitment to comprehensive cancer care, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and contributions to clinical and academic advancements in surgical oncology.

Key Responsibilities:

Surgical Care:

• Perform a wide range of general surgical procedures, including appendectomies, hernia repairs, cholecystectomies, and other elective or emergency surgeries.
• Specialize in oncologic surgeries for hepatobiliary cancers, including liver resections, bile duct surgeries, and pancreatic operations.
• Manage other common surgical carcinomas, such as colorectal resections, gastric surgeries, and esophageal cancer surgeries.
• Develop and implement individualized surgical plans for patients, integrating general and specialized oncologic techniques.

Patient Management:

• Conduct thorough pre-operative evaluations, including patient histories, physical examinations, imaging studies, and diagnostic tests for a wide range of carcinomas.
• Provide expert post-operative care, managing complications, ensuring optimal recovery, and delivering patient education about cancer treatments and prevention strategies.
• Collaborate with oncologists, gastroenterologists, and other specialists to coordinate comprehensive care for patients with various cancers.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work in conjunction with a multidisciplinary team, including medical and radiation oncologists, gastroenterologists, radiologists, pathologists, and nursing staff, to ensure integrated and effective patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients and their families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, surgical procedures, and expected outcomes.

Clinical and Academic Contributions:

• Engage in research and clinical trials focusing on various carcinomas, including hepatobiliary and general surgical malignancies, to advance surgical techniques and improve patient outcomes.
• Participate in teaching and mentoring of surgical residents and medical students, and contribute to educational programs, seminars, and publications.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Full-time, 8:00am-5:00pm
• Call Schedule: 7 days/Month
• Credentialing: St. Mary’s Hospital
• Average Patient’s Per Day: 30 patients per clinic day
• Patient Age Range: 80% Adult, 20% Geriatric
• Oncology Fellowship
• Board Eligible or Board Certified General Surgeon
• Residency: Trained in General Surgery

Benefits & Compensation:

Full Comprehensive Benefit Package to include:

• Medical Plans, Vision, Dental, Prescription Drugs
• Life Insurance Options
• Disability Insurance, Short and Long Term
• Wellness Plan
• Flex Spending and Health Savings Account
• Eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allowed Time Off plus Holidays
• Competitive Compensation
• Relocation Expense
• CME Annual $10,000

Region:

Richmond is more than just the state capital and a hub for history, the city is also well-known for its long-standing art culture, up-and-coming food scene, and breweries that top national lists. The creative culture is palpable in Richmond, and it extends throughout the many different and diverse neighborhoods.

Richmond is a city of culture, nature, food, and more! There are infinite things to do in RVA, from dining at James Beard-nominated restaurants to white water rafting down the mighty James River, from visiting world-class museums to attending incredible ethnic festivals.

On September 1, 2018 Bon Secours Health System and Mercy Health combined to become the United States’ fifth largest Catholic health care ministry and one of the nation’s 20 largest health care systems. Bon Secours Mercy Health serves communities along the east coast and in Ohio and Kentucky.  

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. By utilizing robust measurement and reporting processes, we hold ourselves accountable for enhancing care and improving outcomes for our patients, residents and clients. Through partnerships and by investing in innovative processes, technology and products, we are continually striving to drive health care quality while reducing costs and in addressing health care issues facing entire communities (such as enhancing access to behavioral health care services and fighting opioid dependency).
Bon Secours Mercy Health at a glance:

• Not-for-profit Catholic health system sponsored by Bon Secours Mercy Ministries
• Provides almost $2 million each day in community benefit
• Owns, manages or joint-ventures facilities in seven states
• 43 hospitals, more than 1,000 care sites
• More than 57,000 employees, including 2,100 physicians and advanced practice clinicians

Established in 1966, Bon Secours St. Mary’s Hospital is a 391-bed facility located in Richmond’s Near West End. St. Mary’s has 1,200 associated physicians who provide over 75,000 outpatient visits annually. The hospital has a service area containing approximately 1.3 million people and primarily serves residents of the City of Richmond and Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover, Henrico, and Louisa Counties.

Highlights of the hospital include:

• Point of care testing in the Emergency Department to provide lab results and imaging in minutes.
• 28-bed Neuroscience Telemetry Unit & Neuroscience Step-down Unit, with exclusively private rooms.
• State of the art, 64 slice CT scanner adjoining the Emergency Department for ultra-fast head imaging.
• Bi-Plane interventional imaging system for cerebral angiography, delivery of intra-arterial thrombolytics & use of the MERCI ischemic stroke clot removal system.
• Joint Commission Certification in Advanced Heart Failure
• Joint Commission Certification in LVAD Therapy
• Joint Commission Certification in Palliative Care
• Joint Commission Certification in Comprehensive Stroke Center
• America Heart Association 2020 Gold Plus HF Honor Roll in Heart Failure
• AACN Beacon Award of Excellence
• NICHE Designated Hospital
• Magnet Recognized American Nurses Credentialing Center

Richmond provides easy access to the amenities of a large urban setting as well as an easy commute for those seeking a more rural lifestyle. Within two hours of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Atlantic Ocean and Washington D.C., Richmond is uniquely situated within Central Virginia. It is home to the State Capital, Washington Redskins Training Facility, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, and countless cultural, food, and music festivals. The area offers a wide range of entertainment, recreational, and leisure activities usually found in much larger cities and consistently ranks as one of the top places in the country to live, work, and play!