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Surgical Oncologist jobs are open across academic medical centers, comprehensive cancer programs, community hospitals, and private oncology groups, at every level from early-career attending to department chief, with specializations in breast, gastrointestinal, and thoracic oncology. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Employment Type: Full-Time
Organization: Central Maine Healthcare
Location: Lewiston, Maine
Position Overview
The incoming physician will work collaboratively with medical oncology, radiation oncology, and specialty surgical teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered cancer care.
Position Highlights
- Full-time hospital-employed position
- Established cancer program with strong referral network
- Multidisciplinary tumor board participation
- Access to advanced surgical technology and oncology services
- Opportunity to develop subspecialty focus (GI oncology, hepatobiliary, melanoma, soft tissue tumors, etc.)
- Academic opportunities available through regional residency and teaching programs
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
- Malpractice coverage with tail
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Paid time off and CME allowance
- Relocation assistance may be available
- J-1 eligible
- Loan forgiveness opportunities
Additional Recruitment Benefits
- Employment with a nonprofit healthcare organization may provide eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program for qualified physicians.*
- J-1 visa sponsorship and/or J-1 waiver sponsorship may be available on a case-by-case basis for qualified candidates.**
- We welcome inquiries from physicians requiring visa sponsorship and encourage interested candidates to discuss their individual circumstances with our Physician Recruitment team.
- Disclaimer: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility is determined by federal program requirements, not the employing entity.
Why Central Maine Healthcare?
At Central Maine Healthcare, you'll have the opportunity to practice meaningful, patient-centered medicine in a collaborative environment where physicians are valued and supported. Our integrated health system offers strong clinical resources, opportunities for professional growth and leadership, competitive compensation, and an exceptional quality of life in Maine. As Maine's second-largest metropolitan area, the Twin Cities provide access to a diverse patient population, a collaborative medical community, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on the health of the region. Join a team where you can build a rewarding career while making a lasting impact on the health of the communities you serve.
About the Community
About Us
CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities.
As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals.
To learn more, visit www.cmhc.org.
- Evaluate and treat patients with benign and malignant tumors requiring surgical management
- Perform complex oncologic surgical procedures including gastrointestinal, hepatobiliary, soft tissue, and melanoma surgeries
- Conduct diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including biopsies, tumor resections, and lymph node dissections
- Collaborate with medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, radiologists, and pathologists to develop comprehensive treatment plans
- Participate in multidisciplinary cancer conferences and tumor boards
- Provide consultation services and follow-up care for oncology patients
- Maintain accurate documentation and comply with hospital and regulatory standards
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school
- Completion of General Surgery Residency
- Fellowship training in Surgical Oncology or complex general surgical oncology preferred
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Surgery
- Eligible for medical licensure in the State of Maine
- Commitment to patient-centered care and collaborative practice
The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in surgical oncologist jobs.
- MD or DO degree with completion of a general surgery residency and surgical oncology fellowship
- Board certification or active board eligibility in surgery through the American Board of Surgery
- Active state medical license and DEA registration in the state of practice
- Demonstrated experience with complex oncologic resections including minimally invasive and robotic techniques
- Participation in multidisciplinary tumor boards and collaborative care with medical and radiation oncology
- Proven record of academic or research output including publications, presentations, or clinical trials involvement
Tips for Your Surgical Oncologist Job Search
Tailor your CV to fellowship training
Highlight your fellowship institution, case volume by procedure type, and any tumor board leadership. Hiring committees at NCI-designated cancer centers weight fellowship pedigree heavily, so naming your training program and attending surgeons by specialty signals readiness immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists surgical oncologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target job postings by tumor site focus
Search for openings using your subspecialty focus, such as hepatobiliary, sarcoma, or endocrine oncology, rather than broad surgical oncologist terms. Departments recruiting for a specific tumor board slot will filter for subspecialty fit before reviewing general surgical oncology candidates.
Prepare a structured case presentation
Many academic programs ask candidates to present a complex case or a research project during the interview visit. Have a concise oncologic case ready that demonstrates your decision-making at the multidisciplinary level, not just technical execution in the OR.
Negotiate protected research time explicitly
If academic productivity matters to you, secure protected research or scholarly time in writing before signing. Verbal assurances during campus visits rarely translate to protected hours once clinical volume demands increase, so clarify the percentage and how it is protected contractually.
Follow up through the program coordinator
After an interview visit, send a brief thank-you to the division chief and copy the program coordinator. Coordinators track candidate communications and often flag responsiveness to search committees, especially when multiple finalists are otherwise similar in credentials.
Surgical Oncologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most surgical oncologists?
The companies hiring the most surgical oncologists right now include CommonSpirit Health, OneOncology, and University of Utah, with the largest share of openings in North Carolina, Maine, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Academic health systems and NCI-designated cancer centers consistently account for a large portion of active searches at any given time.
How many surgical oncologist jobs are remote?
About 20% of surgical oncologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of the specialty. The sub-areas most compatible with remote or hybrid arrangements include telemedicine consultations, multidisciplinary tumor board participation, and administrative or medical directorship roles that do not require daily OR presence.
How do you become a surgical oncologist?
You complete a four-year medical degree, followed by a five-year general surgery residency, then a two-year surgical oncology fellowship accredited by the Society of Surgical Oncology. After fellowship you obtain state licensure, pursue board certification in surgery, and apply for attending positions at cancer programs or academic medical centers. Subspecialty expertise in a defined tumor site strengthens your candidacy considerably.
Can you get hired as a surgical oncologist without prior attending experience?
Yes, many positions are structured specifically for fellowship-trained candidates with no prior attending experience. Academic medical centers and larger cancer programs routinely hire directly out of fellowship and provide mentorship, protected time, and structured onboarding into tumor boards. Your fellowship case volume, procedural autonomy, and any research output carry more weight than post-training attending years at this stage.
What does the surgical oncologist interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone or video screening with the division chief or search committee, followed by a full-day campus visit that includes OR tours, meetings with department leadership, faculty, and multidisciplinary team members, a case or research presentation, and a credentialing pre-check. Some programs hold a second visit before extending an offer, particularly for senior or program director roles.
Where can I find and apply to surgical oncologist jobs?
You can find and apply to surgical oncologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your subspecialty focus, practice setting preference, and career stage, then apply directly to each listing without leaving the platform.
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