Breast Surgeon

The Breast Surgeon is responsible for providing outstanding clinical care to patients with breast disease while stressing clinical quality, and operational excellence of the Breast Surgery program at South Shore Health System. This individual will serve key member of the breast surgical oncology team, working in close collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to deliver state-of-the-art, evidence-based care across the continuum—from screening and diagnosis through treatment and survivorship. In addition to maintaining an active surgical practice, the Breast Surgeon will champion quality improvement, and community education initiatives, and will serve as a visible representative of SSH’s Breast Health Program to referring physicians, patients, and the broader medical community.

Responsibilities

Provide outstanding clinical care to patients with breast disease while stressing clinical quality and operational excellence of the Breast Surgery program; Maintain a full-time active clinical practice in breast surgical oncology performing high volume surgical procedures including lumpectomy, mastectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, axillary lymph node dissection, nipple-sparing procedures, and oncoplastic techniques; Collaborate closely with medical oncology, radiation oncology, plastic surgery, radiology, pathology, and genetic counseling; Participate in high-risk breast clinics, survivorship programs, and genetic counseling referral pathways; Participate in quality improvement initiatives and develop evidence-based clinical protocols; Mentor and teach medical students; May pursue opportunities for clinical research; Serve as a visible and trusted clinical leader and representative of SSH's Breast Health Program; Partner with community organizations and participate in outreach events and educational programs

Requirements

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school; Completion of an accredited General Surgery residency; fellowship training in Breast Surgical Oncology strongly preferred; Board Certification or active Board Eligibility in Surgery (American Board of Surgery); Current, unrestricted medical license (or eligibility for licensure) in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Eligibility for medical staff appointment and surgical privileges at South Shore Hospital; Demonstrated clinical expertise and established surgical volume in breast oncology; Strong commitment to quality, patient safety, and evidence-based practice; Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment

Nice to have

Fellowship training in Breast Surgical Oncology from an accredited program; Prior experience in a program leadership, division chief, or medical director role; Active involvement in clinical research, quality improvement initiatives, or national society participation (e.g., ASBrS, SSO, ASCO); Experience with oncoplastic breast surgery techniques; Established referral relationships and name recognition in the Greater Boston and South Shore medical community

Benefits

Competitive base salary with productivity incentive and quality bonus structure; Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; Generous paid time off, CME allowance, and professional development support; Malpractice insurance coverage (claims-made with tail coverage); Retirement plan with employer contribution (403(b)); Relocation assistance (if applicable); Access to a collegial, mission-driven, independent health system with strong community roots and a collaborative culture