Head & Neck Cancer Surgeon – Western NY Head & Neck Center

About the role

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a fellowship-trained Head & Neck Cancer Surgeon with microvascular reconstructive expertise to join the Western New York Head & Neck Center at Rochester General Hospital. Join an established Head & Neck oncology program serving a regional population of more than one million, with the surgical infrastructure, referral network and multidisciplinary support to build a focused practice in complex Head & Neck cancer care and reconstruction.

• Join two fellowship-trained Head & Neck surgeons in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
• Build a focused practice in Head & Neck cancer surgery and microvascular reconstruction
• Benefit from a strong regional and local referral network
• Develop additional niche or subspecialty interests within Head & Neck surgery
• Limited general ENT call with advanced practice provider support, allowing greater focus on complex Head & Neck care
• Collaborate with and receive informal mentorship from experienced Head & Neck surgeons
• Practice within an established program with access to the ancillary services needed to support advanced oncologic care

Clinical infrastructure

Your practice will be based at Rochester General Hospital, where you'll have access to the Sands-Constellation Tower, modern operating rooms, and dedicated Head & Neck surgical ICU and step-down support. The physician team is supported by:

• Three office-based ENT-trained PAs
• One full-time hospital-based Head & Neck PA
• Multidisciplinary and ancillary services supporting complex oncologic care
• Established regional and local referral relationships

This clinical infrastructure and dedicated APP support provide an environment where you can focus your practice on complex Head & Neck oncology and reconstructive surgery while working alongside an experienced team.

Requirements

• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible through the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
• Completion of a Head & Neck Surgery fellowship with microvascular reconstructive training
• Eligible for New York State medical licensure

Pay

Highly competitive salary with bonus opportunity.

Benefits

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Generous paid time off and CME allowance
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision and retirement benefits
• Full relocation assistance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employment

Location

Rochester offers the advantages of a metropolitan area with convenient access to the Finger Lakes, Lake Ontario and the Adirondacks. The region offers diverse housing options, excellent public and private schools, cultural amenities, a vibrant food, brewery and winery scene, and year-round outdoor recreation.