Head & Neck Oncologic Surgeon | Division Leadership Available | SE

HEAD & NECK ONCOLOGIC SURGEON

University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson

Head and Neck Oncologic Division is part of the UMMC Research and Cancer Institute, supported by a $125 million capital campaign for a new 250,000+ square-foot Cancer Center.

Position Highlights: 

• Seeking a fellowship-trained head and neck oncologic surgeon skilled in transoral robotic surgery, microvascular surgery, minimally invasive management of early-stage laryngeal cancer, skull base surgery 
• Leadership & Growth Opportunities: 
  • Opportunity for leadership of the division of head and neck surgery
  • Opportunities for leadership in residency/student program
  • Departmental support for master's degree training if desired
• Tertiary Referral Center:
  • The only comprehensive team of otolaryngology subspecialists in the state
• Desirable Practice Structure:
  • Flexible schedule with 1.5 days clinic, 1.5 days day surgery, 1.5 combined neurosurgery time
  • 90% clinical time (.90) and 10% Educational (.10) 
• Ideal Work Environment: 
  • Collaborative, subspecialty team in a new state-of-the-art facility
  • Clinical HNS focus with opportunities to shape your practice 
• Favorable Call Schedule:
  • Light general ENT call (1:14) from home with resident coverage

Compensation & Benefits:

• Financial Package: $500K-600k potential with a 2-year guarantee and RVU-based bonus plan
• Relocation Assistance: $25k supplement
• Professional Development: $13K annual CME
• Lucrative Retirement Benefits: Options for 17.40% or 14.75% state of MS contribution; 403(b) and 457 deferred compensation plans available
• Scholarship & Tuition Benefits: 50% to 100% tuition waiver for faculty and dependents

Qualifications: 

• Certifications: Must be BE/BC in Otolaryngology and Fellowship trained
• Licensure: MS license eligibility
• Required Experience: Must have experience with TORS and microvascular surgery
• Experience: New grads and experienced surgeons are welcome to apply
• Sponsorship: Unlimited J-1 waivers, H1b and alternate pathway support

About the Community 

• Family-Friendly Community: Excellent public and private school options
• Affordable living: Beautiful lake-front property and affordable urban living
• Accessible Travel: Easy connection to major US hubs

Job Reference #: HNS25637