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Surgery - Breast Physician

Sanford Health Open · verified Oct 22, 2026
Fargo, ND Full-time Surgeon

At a glance

Surgeon role at Sanford Health. Fargo, ND · full-time · $487,846 a year.

SalaryStated by Sanford Health
$487,846
Pay for this role, in USD per year, as stated in the listing.
RoleSurgeon
LocationFargo, ND
EmploymentFull-time
Pay$487,846
PostedOct 1, 2026 · 3w ago
Role brief

physicianroles summary, based on the employer's listing.

What you'll do

  • Provide breast surgery care as part of a multidisciplinary program with surgical, medical and radiation oncology colleagues
  • Take part in clinical trials, clinical research and basic science research
  • Teach residents and medical students through the affiliated training rotations
  • Join physician councils that assess technology and program-wide quality outcomes

What you bring

  • You have completed fellowship training in breast surgery

Who this fits

This full-time role suits a breast surgeon interested in clinical practice, teaching, research or leadership. You’ll work with 4 surgeons in Fargo, North Dakota.

From the employer

Location ND, Fargo

Facility Sanford Broadway Clinic

Specialty Breast Surgery

Visas Accepted N/A

Practice Details

Sanford Health, an integrated multi-specialty health system is seeking a fellowship trained breast surgeon for a full-time position. In addition to a fulltime practice there are opportunities for teaching, research, and leadership in a robust, multidisciplinary breast program

  • Join a group of 4 surgeons with expertise in breast surgery, HPB, Skin and Soft Tissue and, general oncology surgery
  • Patient base is estimated at 800,000
  • Sanford Healthcare System and The Edith Sanford Breast Health Initiative is an accredited program through the Commission on Cancer, National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, and the National Quality Measures for Breast Centers
  • Sanford Health System, The Edith Sanford Breast Health initiative, and The Roger Maris Cancer Center is a fully integrated multidisciplinary Breast Program which features RN Nurse Navigators, Dedicated Breast Radiation Oncologists, Medical Oncologists, Surgical Oncologists, Breast Pathologists, Breast Radiologists, Tumor Registry, and Research Coordinators
  • The Sanford Health System has a robust research department and participates in multiple national clinical trials, clinical research, and basic science research
  • We have local and system-wide multidisciplinary breast specific physician leadership councils to oversee the program, evaluate technologies, evaluate the system wide program and ensure the highest quality outcomes for our patients
  • We participate in a general surgery residency program and medical school student rotations affiliated with The University of North Dakota Health Sciences Center. We have residencies and fellowships in multiple other specialties including a medical oncology fellowship

Compensation Package

Breast Surgery - Fargo

Compensation floor of $487,846 for the first two years of the employment contract, plus estimated potential to exceed compensation floor from personally performed wRVUs.

In addition, a $100,000 retention incentive to be paid if you remain a 1.0 FTE for 3 years (this will be subject to a contractual agreement specifying all details)

Sanford Health offers a nationally competitive compensation plan with an additional physician benefits package including a health, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, CME allowance, allowed time away, malpractice insurance and tail coverage, and a relocation allowance.

About this Community

As a thriving city with a small-town feel, Fargo and the adjacent metro area is a diverse, family-oriented community. Surrounded by beautiful landscapes, Fargo balances quality of life and a low cost of living with a safe, picturesque environment. A variety of schools and universities, a vibrant business community and a robust downtown are just a few reasons why people love to call the Fargo area home.

Job Function Physicians

Req Number R-

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sanford and its affiliate brands have consistently operated under the principle of equal treatment for all persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, in regard to public assistance or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local law.