Penn State Health
Division Chief - Surgery Oncology
Penn State Health, Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States, 17033
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Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center Location: US:PA: Hershey Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.0 Shift: Varied Shift Differential: Exempt: Yes Hours: Varied Recruiter Contact: Ashley Nippert at anippert@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information.
Division Chief of Surgical Oncology
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State College of Medicine invite applications for the position of Division Chief of Surgical Oncology in the Department of Surgery. We seek a nationally recognized surgeon-scientist with a strong record of academic accomplishment, including extramural research funding, a demonstrated history of clinical trial leadership and investigator-initiated research, excellence in clinical care, and a sustained commitment to education and mentorship. The successful candidate will bring proven leadership experience in an academic environment and the vision to advance both the academic division of Surgical Oncology and system-wide surgical oncology services across Penn State Health.
Academic appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor of Surgery, commensurate with experience and academic accomplishments.
Position Highlights:
Lead a growing, multidisciplinary Division of Surgical Oncology encompassing HPB/foregut, endocrine, breast, peritoneal surface malignancy, neuroendocrine, and skin/soft tissue oncology.
Build and expand programmatic strengths in CRS/HIPEC, neuroendocrine, and hepatobiliary surgery in collaboration with the Penn State Cancer Institute.
Drive the division’s academic mission, fostering a culture of scientific inquiry, investigator-initiated clinical and translational research, and mentorship for early-career faculty and trainees.
Expand the division’s clinical trials portfolio in partnership with the Penn State Cancer Institute, enhancing access to innovative therapies for patients across the health system.
Collaborate with institutional partners including Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Gyn Oncology, Gastroenterology, and Radiology to advance multidisciplinary cancer care.
Serve as a key system-wide leader in Surgical Oncology across Penn State Health, supporting the integration of cancer surgery services across multiple hospitals and sites.
Qualifications:
MD, DO, or equivalent degree
Board Certified in General Surgery and completed a fellowship in Complex General Surgical Oncology, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, Breast Surgery, or Endocrine Surgery
Ability to acquire a license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania
Must be able to obtain valid federal and state narcotics certificates
AA record of national distinction in surgical oncology research, education, and clinical excellence
Demonstrated success in extramural funding, ideally NIH, and leadership of clinical trials or investigator-initiated research
Proven leadership experience in an academic healthcare environment
Commitment to fostering diversity, collaboration, and academic growth across the missions of patient care, research, and education
Benefits:
Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
Why Penn State Health:
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
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Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center Location: US:PA: Hershey Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.0 Shift: Varied Shift Differential: Exempt: Yes Hours: Varied Recruiter Contact: Ashley Nippert at anippert@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information.
Division Chief of Surgical Oncology
Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and Penn State College of Medicine invite applications for the position of Division Chief of Surgical Oncology in the Department of Surgery. We seek a nationally recognized surgeon-scientist with a strong record of academic accomplishment, including extramural research funding, a demonstrated history of clinical trial leadership and investigator-initiated research, excellence in clinical care, and a sustained commitment to education and mentorship. The successful candidate will bring proven leadership experience in an academic environment and the vision to advance both the academic division of Surgical Oncology and system-wide surgical oncology services across Penn State Health.
Academic appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor of Surgery, commensurate with experience and academic accomplishments.
Position Highlights:
Lead a growing, multidisciplinary Division of Surgical Oncology encompassing HPB/foregut, endocrine, breast, peritoneal surface malignancy, neuroendocrine, and skin/soft tissue oncology.
Build and expand programmatic strengths in CRS/HIPEC, neuroendocrine, and hepatobiliary surgery in collaboration with the Penn State Cancer Institute.
Drive the division’s academic mission, fostering a culture of scientific inquiry, investigator-initiated clinical and translational research, and mentorship for early-career faculty and trainees.
Expand the division’s clinical trials portfolio in partnership with the Penn State Cancer Institute, enhancing access to innovative therapies for patients across the health system.
Collaborate with institutional partners including Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, Gyn Oncology, Gastroenterology, and Radiology to advance multidisciplinary cancer care.
Serve as a key system-wide leader in Surgical Oncology across Penn State Health, supporting the integration of cancer surgery services across multiple hospitals and sites.
Qualifications:
MD, DO, or equivalent degree
Board Certified in General Surgery and completed a fellowship in Complex General Surgical Oncology, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, Breast Surgery, or Endocrine Surgery
Ability to acquire a license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania
Must be able to obtain valid federal and state narcotics certificates
AA record of national distinction in surgical oncology research, education, and clinical excellence
Demonstrated success in extramural funding, ideally NIH, and leadership of clinical trials or investigator-initiated research
Proven leadership experience in an academic healthcare environment
Commitment to fostering diversity, collaboration, and academic growth across the missions of patient care, research, and education
Benefits:
Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
Why Penn State Health:
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
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