Fellowship-Trained Surgical Oncologist - Program Builder Role
Health First Medical Group ยท Escambia County, FL
FULL-TIME
Posted Jun 24, 2026
Job Description
Health First Medical Group is seeking a Fellowship-Trained Surgical Oncologist (BE/BC General Surgery) to join the Health First Cancer Institute in a high-impact, program-building role. This is a rare opportunity to help shape and grow a newly expanding Surgical Oncology service line within a leading integrated health system serving Florida's Space Coast.
This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a highly established team of 5 Hematology/Oncology physicians in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment supported by strong institutional investment, growing referral demand, and full administrative infrastructure.
If you are looking for more than a position, if you are looking to build, lead, and define a service line, this is that opportunity.
CLINICAL FOCUS AREAS
Upper GI malignancies
Melanoma
Soft tissue sarcoma
PRACTICE MODEL & SURGICAL SUPPORT
3 days operating room and procedural time
2 days outpatient clinic
Dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) support
Strong multidisciplinary collaboration with medical and radiation oncology
Integrated referral network within the Health First system
Opportunity to expand minimally invasive and robotic surgical oncology services
OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS
Build and lead a Surgical Oncology service line within a growing cancer institute
Significant and expanding community need with strong referral volume potential
Fully integrated multidisciplinary oncology model
Strong institutional commitment to program development and expansion
Opportunity for future leadership roles within the Cancer Institute and Health First system
Robust administrative, operational, and clinical support infrastructure
QUALIFICATIONS
Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Surgery
Fellowship trained in Surgical Oncology (ACGME-accredited) required
Interest in program development and multidisciplinary cancer care
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Leadership potential with a patient-centered approach
ABOUT HEALTH FIRST CANCER INSTITUTE
Comprehensive multidisciplinary cancer program focused on coordinated care
Only multi-specialty oncology group in the region
Services include
Cancer screening and diagnostics
Surgical oncology and minimally invasive procedures
Robotic surgery
Full infusion services
Imaging and laboratory support
Patient financial advocacy and support services
ABOUT HEALTH FIRST
Leading integrated delivery network serving Florida's Space Coast
4 hospitals
500+ providers
50+ specialties
Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Top Large Employers
Culture focused on physician engagement, collaboration, and clinical excellence
LIFE ON FLORIDA'S SPACE COAST
Atlantic beaches and coastal living
Kennedy Space Center rocket launches
Year-round boating, fishing, surfing, and outdoor recreation
Strong public and private school options
No state income tax
Easy access to Orlando and major airports A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD SOMETHING MEANINGFUL
Opportunity to design, build, and lead a Surgical Oncology program
High-impact role within a growing cancer institute
Strong institutional and multidisciplinary support
Autonomy with system-level backing
If you are seeking autonomy, leadership, and a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, we would welcome the opportunity to connect.
Apply today to learn more about joining Health First Cancer Institute.
This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a highly established team of 5 Hematology/Oncology physicians in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment supported by strong institutional investment, growing referral demand, and full administrative infrastructure.
If you are looking for more than a position, if you are looking to build, lead, and define a service line, this is that opportunity.
CLINICAL FOCUS AREAS
Upper GI malignancies
Melanoma
Soft tissue sarcoma
PRACTICE MODEL & SURGICAL SUPPORT
3 days operating room and procedural time
2 days outpatient clinic
Dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) support
Strong multidisciplinary collaboration with medical and radiation oncology
Integrated referral network within the Health First system
Opportunity to expand minimally invasive and robotic surgical oncology services
OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS
Build and lead a Surgical Oncology service line within a growing cancer institute
Significant and expanding community need with strong referral volume potential
Fully integrated multidisciplinary oncology model
Strong institutional commitment to program development and expansion
Opportunity for future leadership roles within the Cancer Institute and Health First system
Robust administrative, operational, and clinical support infrastructure
QUALIFICATIONS
Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Surgery
Fellowship trained in Surgical Oncology (ACGME-accredited) required
Interest in program development and multidisciplinary cancer care
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Leadership potential with a patient-centered approach
ABOUT HEALTH FIRST CANCER INSTITUTE
Comprehensive multidisciplinary cancer program focused on coordinated care
Only multi-specialty oncology group in the region
Services include
Cancer screening and diagnostics
Surgical oncology and minimally invasive procedures
Robotic surgery
Full infusion services
Imaging and laboratory support
Patient financial advocacy and support services
ABOUT HEALTH FIRST
Leading integrated delivery network serving Florida's Space Coast
4 hospitals
500+ providers
50+ specialties
Recognized by Forbes as one of America's Top Large Employers
Culture focused on physician engagement, collaboration, and clinical excellence
LIFE ON FLORIDA'S SPACE COAST
Atlantic beaches and coastal living
Kennedy Space Center rocket launches
Year-round boating, fishing, surfing, and outdoor recreation
Strong public and private school options
No state income tax
Easy access to Orlando and major airports A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD SOMETHING MEANINGFUL
Opportunity to design, build, and lead a Surgical Oncology program
High-impact role within a growing cancer institute
Strong institutional and multidisciplinary support
Autonomy with system-level backing
If you are seeking autonomy, leadership, and a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, we would welcome the opportunity to connect.
Apply today to learn more about joining Health First Cancer Institute.
Additional Details
- State
- Florida
- Country
- US
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