Surgical Oncology Job in Palm Springs, California
California Surgical Oncology Position | Established Referrals, Strong Support, No Traditional Call Burden
Company:Tenet Healthcare
Profession/Specialty:Surgical Oncology
Location:Palm Springs, California, United States
Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent
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Job Description
Why Join Us
Join the Comprehensive Cancer Center at Desert Regional Medical Center in beautiful Palm Springs, California, and become part of a growing surgical oncology program with strong multidisciplinary cancer care support. This employed opportunity offers the ability to build a thriving practice, work alongside experienced oncology specialists, and enjoy an exceptional quality of life in one of Southern Californias most desirable destinations.
Position Highlights
Employed Surgical Oncologist position with the Comprehensive Cancer Center at Desert Regional Medical Center
Growth opportunity within an established cancer program and expanding market
Practice located on the hospital campus for convenient access to surgical and oncology resources
Monday through Friday schedule, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Balanced 50/50 split between outpatient clinic and procedural/operative responsibilities
Dedicated focus on surgical oncology patients within a multidisciplinary cancer care environment
Approximately 10 new referrals per week with significant growth potential
Call responsibilities limited to management of your own patients
Collaborative multidisciplinary support team available to providers
Hospital privileges at Desert Regional Medical Center
Opportunity to mentor and interact with general surgery residents who may shadow the practice
Residents and fellows encouraged to apply
Ideal start date approximately 90 days following signed agreement
What We Offer
Competitive compensation ranging from $406,600 to $572,400, based on qualifications and experience
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid time off and CME support
Malpractice insurance provided with tail coverage
Health, dental, life, plus additional insurance options
401(k) with employer matching
Deferred compensation program
Relocation assistance
Candidate Requirements
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
Board Certified in General Surgery or Surgical Oncology, or Board Eligible if newly trained
Fellowship training in Surgical Oncology required
Eligible for California medical licensure
Strong commitment to multidisciplinary cancer care
Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
New graduates, residents, and fellows welcome to apply
Why Palm Springs
Palm Springs offers over 300 days of sunshine annually, world-class golf, luxury resorts, renowned dining, and endless outdoor recreation. Nestled against the scenic San Jacinto Mountains, the region provides a relaxed desert lifestyle while remaining conveniently accessible to Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. Residents enjoy a lower cost of living than many coastal California markets, making Palm Springs an exceptional place to build both a career and a lifestyle.
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About Tenet Healthcare
At Tenet, our business is health care. Our mission is to improve the quality of life of every patient who enters our doors. Our approach makes us unique and defines our future. As we seek to improve the quality of our patients’ lives, to serve our communities, to provide an exceptional environment for our employees and affiliated physicians and provide an attractive return to our shareholders, we are guided by five core values:
- Quality.Quality is at the core of everything we do and every decision we make.
- Integrity.We manage our business with integrity and the highest ethical standards.
- Service.We have a culture of service that values teamwork and focuses on the needs of others.
- Innovation.We have a culture of innovation that creates new solutions for our patients, physicians and employees.
- Transparency.We operate with transparency by measuring our results and sharing them with others.
These values are the reasons our patients and physicians choose us, and we seek relationships with those who share them.
