Based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota, Allina Health is a not for profit 503(c) organization, with 90+ clinics, 10 hospitals/13 campuses throughout the region including western Wisconsin. Allina Health operates in one of the nation’s most vibrant, livable areas; a place where you can build the career you want—and you and your family can be part of a thriving community.

The Allina Health Cancer Institute (AHCI) is seeking a Department Head of Surgical Oncology to join our growing practice in the Twin Cities.

Our department of Surgical Oncology is comprised of Breast/Surgical oncology, Thoracic oncology, Urologic oncology and Hepatobiliary divisions and oversees the programs across the system in a privademic model.
We currently have 4 fellowship trained surgical oncologists from programs around the country, as well as a breast surgeon, a urologic oncologist, two thoracic oncologists, and a fellowship trained HPB surgeon. The team is supported by 13 division-specific Advanced Practice Providers who assist surgically and with patient care duties.
The department head position in AHCI is a leadership position with administrative oversight of physicians and advanced practice providers.
The department head position reports to the President, AHCI.
Role includes clinical and administrative work.
Position will be located at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. MN. Abbott Northwestern Hospital is a nationally recognized, award-winning hospital.

Institute Highlights:

Privademic model
World-class, integrative oncology program
Weekly multi-disciplinary Tumor Boards
Extensive high-risk cancer surveillance programming
Accredited by ACS, CoC, NAPBC, and APEx in support of oncology quality, excellence, and stewardship
An in-house genomic laboratory
Access to cooperative group and early phase industry clinical trials
Utilization of industry leading technology - Excellian, our Epic-based EMR

Job Requirements:

MD, DO, or foreign equivalency training required.
Board certification required.
Completion of a breast fellowship or surgical oncology fellowship required.
Minimum of 5 years of experience required.
Leadership experience required.
Active, non-restricted medical license in MN (or ability to obtain)
Ability to obtain and/or maintain MN DEA certification and National Provider Identifier (NPI).
Ability to meet criteria/qualifications for credentialing and hospital privileges.

The Allina Health Cancer Institute is being built upon the outstanding foundation of Allina’s current cancer program, widely recognized for its clinical expertise, care coordination, and compassionate approach to care. Some of the program’s strengths include:

>50,000 cancer patients cared for annually, including 7,000 new cases each year.
#1 in inpatient cancer surgery in the Twin Cities - a product of Allina’s cancer surgical oncology practice.
#1 breast cancer program in the Twin Cities, caring for 1,400 newly diagnosed patients each year.
20 oncology nurse navigators supporting patients and families throughout their cancer journeys.
9 locations throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.

Benefit Summary:

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

Medical/Dental
PTO/Time Away
Retirement Savings Plans
Life Insurance
Short-term/Long-term Disability
Paid Caregiver Leave
Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

To apply: Please send CV to Pamela.LaVone@allina.com

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