Surgery - General Physician
At a glance
Surgeon role at CommonSpirit Health. Tacoma, WA · full-time · $420,220–$677,188 a year.
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What you'll do
- Perform advanced surgery for cancers including HPB, gastric, soft-tissue and breast malignancies
- Guide general surgery residents through oncologic procedures and provide hands-on teaching
- Coordinate care with oncology, radiology, pathology and other specialists for complex cases
- Build referral relationships with medical colleagues and referring providers
- Contribute to program development and uphold high standards of patient care
What you bring
- At least 3 years of clinical experience
- Board certification in general surgery and complex general surgical oncology through the American Board of Surgery
- Experience across a broad range of surgical oncology procedures
- Experience and enthusiasm for teaching and mentoring residents
- You can obtain Washington medical licensure, VMFH hospital privileges and a DEA license with full prescribing authority
Who this fits
This Tacoma role suits a surgical oncologist who wants to combine complex cancer care with resident education and program building. You’ll work with a multidisciplinary care team and need to meet the stated credentialing and licensing conditions.
From the employer
As our surgical oncologist, you will join a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team in Tacoma, specializing in seeing patients with abdominal, soft-tissue, breast and skin cancers, to include a broad range of malignancies.
Every day you will provide compassionate and expert care, focused on the comprehensive care of patients with complex oncologic conditions. This role offers the unique opportunity to leverage your expertise, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and significantly contribute to program development and resident education.
To be successful in this role, you will provide advanced surgical care for patients with a broad spectrum of oncologic diseases, including Hepatopancreaticobiliary (HPB) cancers, gastric cancer, sarcoma, melanoma and other complex malignancies as appropriate.
- Actively participate in the education and mentorship of general surgery residents, providing guidance and hands-on experience in advanced oncologic surgical techniques
- Collaborate effectively with medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, and other specialists to ensure a comprehensive and integrated approach to patient care
- Establish and nurture key partnerships within the medical community and with referring providers to build a robust referral network
- Commit to clinical service excellence and demonstrate exceptional problem-solving abilities
We are offering a sign on bonus in addition to relocation to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements. Retirement plans include both 401(k) and 457(b).
Job Requirements
Required
- 3+ years of clinical experience
- Board Certification in General Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.
- Board Certification in complex general surgical oncology by the American Board of Surgery.
- Demonstrated experience in a broad range of surgical oncology procedures.
- Proven experience and enthusiasm for resident education and mentorship.
- Strong interest and experience in program building and developing key partnerships.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
- Commitment to patient-centered care, ethical practice, and continuous professional development.
- Ability to obtain privileges at VMFH hospitals
- Ability to obtain a medical profession license in the state of Washington
- Ability to obtain a DEA license with full prescriptive authority needed to practice
- Must be a physician in good standing
- No undisclosed conflicts of interest
Where You'll Work
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.
Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.
Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.
We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
Pay Range
$420,220 - $677,188 /year