Job Summary

Chief, Section of Head & Neck Surgery - Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center

Chief, Section of Head & Neck Surgery | Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center - Jacksonville, FL

Summary

Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center in Jacksonville, Florida is seeking an experienced Head & Neck Surgical Oncologist to serve as Chief, Section of Head & Neck Surgery within our Division of Surgery.

This leadership position will guide a growing multidisciplinary Head and Neck Surgical Oncology team while advancing innovative clinical care, research, and education in a rapidly expanding cancer center serving Northeast Florida and beyond.

About the Role

The Section Chief will provide vision, clinical, and operational leadership for the Head & Neck Surgery program, fostering multidisciplinary collaboration across all surgical subspecialties, medical oncology, radiation oncology, reconstructive surgery, pathology, and other key disciplines.

The ideal candidate will be a dynamic surgeon with proven leadership ability, a strong commitment to clinical excellence, and a vision for expanding a comprehensive head and neck surgical oncology program that serves the greater Jacksonville community.

The Section Chief will also maintain an active surgical practice, contribute to the education of clinical faculty, team members, and trainees, and participate in research and quality initiatives aligned with Baptist MD Anderson's mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic growth and clinical direction of the Head & Neck Surgery Section.
• Supervise and mentor a team of head and neck surgeons, including those with microvascular flap expertise.
• Partner with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure seamless integration of surgical, medical, and radiation oncology care.
• Develop and expand patient access and referral networks across Baptist Health and Baptist Primary Care.
• Engage in academic, educational, and research activities independently, and in collaboration with The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
• Oversee quality, safety, and performance initiatives within the Section.
• Contribute to institutional leadership through committee participation and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Maintain an active clinical practice in head and neck oncology surgery.

Ideal Candidate

• Board Certified in Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery with fellowship training in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
• Minimum of 5 years of post-fellowship experience with demonstrated academic and leadership accomplishments.
• Proven ability to build and grow multidisciplinary clinical programs.
• Commitment to advancing clinical research and academic collaboration.
• Visionary leadership style with excellent interpersonal and mentorship skills.
• Eligible for unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA registration.

Program Highlights

• Team of two existing Head & Neck Surgeons, both skilled in microvascular flap reconstruction and robotic surgery; active recruitment underway for an additional Head and Neck surgeon.
• Collaborative, physician-led environment with administrative and operational support.
• Protected administrative time for leadership and administrative duties.
• Access to comprehensive resources of Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, and our Baptist Health System including advanced surgical suites, radiation therapy, and clinical research programs.
• Head and Neck call shared within the group; General ENT call covered by ENT hospitalist
• Integration with the Cancer Network and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center for education, research, and quality initiatives.
• Multidisciplinary conference and dedicated oncology support staff.

Education Required

Doctorate of Medicine

Education Preferred

Doctorate of Medicine

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of post-fellowship experience with demonstrated academic and leadership accomplishments.
• Proven ability to build and grow multidisciplinary clinical programs.
• Commitment to advancing clinical research and academic collaboration.
• Visionary leadership style with excellent interpersonal and mentorship skills.

License and Certification

• MD/DO
• Board Certified in Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery with fellowship training in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
• Eligible for unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA registration.

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