ONCOLOGY SURGERY

Position Description : Piedmont Augusta is currently

hiring a Surgical Oncologist to support our rapidly

growing and evolving Oncology program at our Augusta, GA

campus. We seek an individual with special interest and

experience in diseases of breast, thyroid, parathyroid, skin and

soft tissue. This opportunity will allow the candidate to join

an established surgical oncology practice and work with the

team leading cancer care in the region. The role requires a

physician who is highly skilled with extensive training to perform

complex surgical procedures, collaborate effectively with

multidisciplinary teams, and provide compassionate care to patients

and their families. Responsibilities include, but are not limited

to :

• Responsible for diagnosing, treating and managing

cancer patients through surgical intervention.

complex surgical procedures to remove tumors and affected tissue.

comprehensive treatment plans.

inpatients to include surgical floor and intensive care units

Provide postoperative care, monitor patient recovery, and manage

complications.

hospital policy.

progress notes on inpatients

diagnoses, treatments, and expected outcomes.

appropriate tumor boards and research opportunities.

patient condition changes to physician colleagues in order to

coordinate care based on best practice.

emergent calls for inpatient and outpatient concerns. Piedmont

offers :

incentives

& Stipend for 18 months prior to start date

Benefits

top-rated system with award winning hospitals and employees

comprised of 23 hospitals and facilities, more than 2,500

physicians, and over 1600 clinic practice locations Georgia. With

over 1 million outpatient encounters, you will have the opportunity

to see and treat a variety of medical conditions. Piedmont

Healthcare is a fast-growing, recognized leader in delivering

expert care. Metro Atlanta’s vibrant economy fuels a wealth of

global communities and diverse cultural experiences, while the

state of Georgia offers coastline beaches and mountain views. Live

and work with the best at Piedmont in the big and small towns of

the Peach State. Caroline.Lupton@piedmont.org