Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.

The Breast Surgical Oncologist is responsible for providing comprehensive, patient-centered surgical care for individuals with benign and malignant breast diseases. This role includes diagnosing, staging, and surgically managing breast cancer and related conditions, participating in multidisciplinary tumor boards, collaborating closely with medical and radiation oncology, and contributing to quality, research, and programmatic growth of the breast cancer service line.

Clinical Care

Provide expert surgical management for breast cancer and other breast diseases, including lumpectomy, mastectomy, sentinel lymph node biopsy, axillary surgery, reconstruction coordination, and risk-reducing procedures.

Perform pre-operative evaluation, risk assessment, counseling, and follow-up care.

Collaborate in multidisciplinary patient management with radiology, pathology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, genetics, navigation, and supportive services.

Participate in multidisciplinary tumor board discussions and contribute to evidence?based treatment planning.

Ensure adherence to national standards of breast cancer care, including NCCN, NAPBC, ASCO, and Commission on Cancer guidelines.  Capacity to perform stereotactic and ultrasound biopsy.

Program Development & Quality Improvement

Support the development and continuous improvement of the Breast Program and related oncology service lines.

Contribute to achieving and maintaining accreditation standards (e.g., NAPBC, CoC).

Participate in clinical quality initiatives, outcomes monitoring, and process improvement projects.

Education & Research

Engage in clinical research, clinical trials, retrospective studies, or quality-based research initiatives when applicable.

Provide education to residents, medical students, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and other team members.

Participate in community outreach, prevention programs, survivorship initiatives, and educational events focused on breast health.

Collaboration & Leadership

Work closely with administrative and medical leadership to develop strategic goals for breast surgical oncology services.

Participate in staff meetings, strategic planning, and operational initiatives within the oncology service line.

Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to colleagues and staff.

Preferred

Experience in an accredited Breast Center or oncology program.

Participation in multidisciplinary oncology care models.

Research experience or interest in clinical trials.

Commitment to patient-centered care and team?based practice.

Key Competencies

Expertise breast surgical oncology techniques.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Dedication to high-quality, compassionate patient care.

Interest in innovation, research, and quality improvement.

Required

MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.

Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery.

Fellowship training in Breast Surgical Oncology or Surgical Oncology with extensive breast experience (SSO-approved fellowship preferred).

Eligible for medical licensure in the state.

Demonstrated expertise in breast cancer surgery and current knowledge of evidence?based treatment guidelines.

About Beebe Healthcare

Beebe Healthcare serves the Sussex County community with a medical center located in beautiful, historic Lewes, Delaware, and convenient outpatient locations throughout the county. Founded in 1916 by two physician brothers, Drs. James Beebe and Richard C. Beebe, the medical center in Lewes is a 210-licensed-bed, not-for-profit seaside community hospital. Beebe's specialized service lines include cardiac and vascular, surgical services, oncology, women's health, and orthopaedic services. Beebe offers an array of inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and diagnostic services. Beebe's five satellite campuses offer imaging, physical rehabilitation, and lab services, as well as walk-in care centers. In addition, Beebe offers Wound Healing & Hyperbaric Medicine and Diabetes Management & Medical Nutrition Therapy. With a mission to serve the community, Beebe also offers many free screenings and outreach programs through its Population Health Department; and advanced medical care for those who are recuperating at home through Beebe Home Care Services. Beebe is also training the next generation of nurses through the Margaret H. Rollins School of Nursing, located behind the Medical Cente...r in Lewes. Beebe's Medical Staff has grown tremendously since the early 1990s. Employed physicians through Beebe Medical Group and our affiliated physicians on Beebe's Medical Staff now serve patients from Milford to Millville in specialties including cardiac surgery, dermatology, endocrinology, family practice, gastroenterology, general surgery, internal medicine, pediatric neurology, and surgical oncology. Beebe is proud to offer quality care, close to home for the residents and visitors of Sussex County.

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