General Surgery - Breast Surgery Job at Wellstar Health System in Roswell, GA

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence, and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Wellstar Health System consists of ten not-for-profit hospitals located primarily in suburban Atlanta.

Wellstar Medical Group is actively seeking a BE/BC Breast Surgeon  to join a well-established practice and comprehensive program with an existing referral base and strong community need. Candidates should be competent in the latest surgical protocols in the treatment of cancer, including minimally invasive surgery, possess excellent clinical skills, and a dedication to providing quality and compassionate patient-centered care.

The selected candidate will be a key team member for Wellstar's Comprehensive Breast Health Program. The cancer program has CoC (Commission on Cancer) from the American College of Surgeons. The Breast Surgery practice is located on the North Fulton Hospital campus, with a full complement of ancillary administrative and clinical staff to ensure timely and adequate patient care. The practice also participates in a multidisciplinary breast cancer STAT clinic.

About North Fulton Medical Center:

• Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center provides state-of-the-art medical, surgical, and nursing care in a 218-bed facility.
• Wellstar was the first breast center in Georgia to be granted a full three-year accreditation designation by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC). 
• Dedicated breast surgeons, who practice state-of-the-art care, including minimally invasive biopsy procedures and less invasive surgery for breast cancer.
• Cutting-edge digital imaging, including dedicated breast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and the ability to perform minimally invasive image-guided breast biopsies.
• Clinical trials, more than 200 patients are currently enrolled in Wellstar programs.
• A comprehensive support network for cancer patients and their families, that includes counseling, cosmetic support for the side effects of treatment, lymphedema prevention and management, and exercise programs designed for better health.
• Wellstar breast surgeons are part of a team, including your oncologist, who will recommend treatment tailored to your condition and prognosis. Patients have access to the most advanced digital imaging technology, facilities and a team of skilled breast specialists in surgery, radiology, pathology and oncology.

Roswell/Alpharetta is a sought-after area just outside the city of Atlanta. The area offers excellent schools, great neighborhoods, miles of hiking trails, endless entertainment including live music, restaurants, shopping, festivals and more. This position offers a fantastic work-life balance alongside a truly wonderful group of colleagues. Our practice is located in beautiful suburban Atlanta, with easy access to Atlanta's world-class entertainment. The outdoors - whether a short drive to the mountains or the beautiful GA/FL beaches - are never far away. The Atlanta airport makes domestic or international travel a breeze! 

We proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Occurrence-based malpractice coverage

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

403(b) with employer match

Continuing Medical Education allowance

Extended illness bank

Paid time off for vacation and holidays

Concierge service

Adoption assistance

Responsibilities:

The selected candidate will:

Provide excellent patient care in the ambulatory and inpatient settings.

Perform surgical procedures include mastectomies, lumpectomies, excisional biopsies, and infusaport placement for chemotherapy, axillary surgery including sentinel lymph node biopsy and axillary dissection, oncoplastic closures

Document clinical notes in the electronic medical record. Wellstar currently uses Epic.

At times have the opportunity to provide education to residents and medical students

Provide appropriate call coverage

o No general surgery call

o No ER call except for already established patients. Nurse practitioners take first call.

Perform intraoperative radiation, Cyberknife

Occasionally perform and consistently read breast ultrasounds. To assist with our patient care needs, sonographers are members of our in-office team.

Qualifications:

Board Certified/Board Eligible with Georgia Medical License

Experience in ultrasound, ultrasound biopsy, and stereo biopsy

Proficient in benign and malignant breast surgery including oncoplasty

We d like to invite you on a career journey like no other! In return for your contributions, we ll help you make the most of all life s moments on and off the job. Wellstar Total Rewards is designed to provide for your total well-being, including:  Your Wellness,  Your Pay,  Your Future,  Your Joy.  We think it s pretty simple we care for our team members and our team members care for the community.

Make a difference in patients lives and your own! Here, it s more than healthcare it s CareerCare!

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