Job Description & Requirements
Medical Director, Breast Surgery
StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $345000.00 - $415000.00

The Division of Surgical Oncology at the University of Kentucky seeks a breast surgeon to serve as Surgical Director of the Breast Program and Medical Director of the Breast Center.

The successful candidate will lead the Breast Surgery service by providing, developing, and expanding clinical services. This is also a chance to participate in the Division of Surgical Oncology and Markey Cancer Center research activities, develop your own research interests, and mentor junior faculty in their academic pursuits. Your responsibilities will also include supervision and instruction of advanced practice providers, general surgery residents, and medical students. Candidates must be MDs or DOs and be board-certified or board-eligible in General Surgery.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Shape the future of the breast surgical program at the prestigious University of Kentucky's newly designated NIH Comprehensive Cancer Center
• Be at the forefront of cancer care in the upcoming $500 million, 260,000-square-foot cancer center opening in 2027
• Serve as the Chief of Breast Surgery, guiding the growth, mentorship, and excellence of the clinical practice
• Expand a 4 FTE breast surgeon program across a vast service area
• Provide direct patient care while ensuring top-tier quality, outcomes, and patient experiences
• Participate in teaching, research, and scholarly activities to advance the field of breast surgery toward the future

Community Information: Live in Beautiful Lexington, Kentucky.

Lexington, Kentucky, offers the charm and splendor of a place where history meets modern amenities. The location is in the heart of Bluegrass Country, filled with numerous historical, natural, and cultural attractions to explore and enjoy.

• Overall grade of A and one of the best places to live in Kentucky (Niche)
• Named a Best Place to Live, a Best Place to Retire, and a Best Place to Live for Quality of Life (US News)
• Affordable cost of living and housing, along with a strong job market and some of the best public and private schools in the state
• A safe, walkable downtown area with plenty of day and nightlife activities
• Gorgeous scenery and an abundance of outdoor recreation, including hiking, biking, camping, golfing, and horseback riding
• Convenient access to Louisville (home of the Kentucky Derby), Cincinnati, and Nashville

Facility Location
Known as the "Horse Capital of the World