Medical Director, Oncology | Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center | Jacksonville, FL
Job at a glance
Job description
Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center in Jacksonville, Florida is seeking an experienced Medical Director / Physician Leader to help shape the future of a nationally aligned, research-driven oncology program.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact executive leadership role while maintaining a part-time clinical practice, within a premier cancer center affiliated with the world-renowned MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Why This Role Stands Out
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Executive Leadership + Clinical Practice Balance
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Direct Collaboration with MD Anderson Cancer Center
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Influence System-Wide Oncology Strategy
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Expand Clinical Research & Trial Access
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Lead a Growing, High-Performing Cancer Program
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Coastal Florida Lifestyle | No State Income Tax
The Opportunity
As Medical Director, you will serve in a dyad leadership model alongside the Vice President of Operations, guiding the clinical vision and strategic direction of Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center.
You will play a key role in:
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Advancing a multidisciplinary, evidence-based oncology program
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Aligning care delivery with MD Anderson protocols and standards
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Driving clinical excellence, quality outcomes, and patient experience
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Expanding research initiatives and clinical trial access
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Supporting physician leadership, recruitment, and development
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Leveraging technology, analytics, and innovation to enhance care delivery
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the clinical strategy and vision for the cancer center
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Oversee physician performance, disease-site programs, and care models
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Implement clinical pathways, quality metrics, and outcomes reporting
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Foster multidisciplinary collaboration across oncology specialties
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Partner on growth strategy, operations, and financial performance
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Expand clinical research participation and infrastructure
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Support physician recruitment, onboarding, and leadership development
Qualifications
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MD or DO
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Board Certified in Oncology or related specialty
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10+ years of leadership experience (e.g., Medical Director, Division Chief, Program Director)
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Proven ability to lead physician teams and drive clinical outcomes
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Strong strategic, collaborative, and communication skills
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Eligible for Florida Medical License & DEA
About Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center
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One of the largest cancer programs in Florida
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Member of the MD Anderson Cancer Network®
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9-story, 330,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility
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55+ physicians and 750+ team members
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Fully integrated care: prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship
About Baptist Health
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Northeast Florida’s most preferred health system
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14,000+ employees across 5 hospitals + Wolfson Children’s Hospital
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Magnet™ recognized for excellence in patient care
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Strong, physician-led and locally governed system
Location: Jacksonville, Florida
Enjoy a coastal lifestyle with:
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Miles of beaches + year-round outdoor living
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Affordable cost of living
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Excellent schools and family-friendly communities
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No state income tax
Interested in Learning More?
Let’s connect to discuss how this executive leadership opportunity can align with your career goals and vision for advancing cancer care.