University Cancer & Blood Center
Colorectal Surgeon Opportunity
Athens: GA
Full-Time

About the Practice and their Mission

University Cancer & Blood Center is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Colorectal Surgeon to join our extensive, well-established multi-specialty physician group practice in Athens, GA.

University Cancer & Blood Center has been committed to serving the medical oncology and hematology needs of the local Athens community and the Northeast Georgia region. Our practice intends to provide the highest level of care possible while remaining increasingly focused on a more comprehensive approach to addressing and serving the broader needs of our patients and their families.

The University Cancer and Blood Center offers services such as Hematology/Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology, a cutting-edge Theranostics treatment program, our in-house pharmacy, and a robust clinical trial program, the second-largest clinical trial program in the state. Our practice also offers a 'Live Well' program which covers a large spectrum of cancer care from diagnosis to survivorship, social support services, transportation, and palliative care. These expanded offerings all work towards enhancing and growing our broader mission and philosophy of providing the best possible outcome for every patient who walks through our doors. Our culture of innovation helps attract the best cancer minds in the country.

University Cancer & Blood Center is a proud partner of OneOncology. OneOncology is a national partnership of leading independent community oncology practices working together to improve the lives of everyone living with cancer with a physician-led, data-driven, technology-powered, and patient-centric model. Through OneOncology, partner practices have shared technology platforms that foster communication, data sharing, and clinical excellence across the network. OneOncology’s non-exclusive clinical trial site management subsidiary, OneR, delivers complex, multi-center clinical trials to affiliated practices.

About the Role

Principal responsibilities for this position include the clinical care of outpatient and inpatient consultations and diagnoses and treatment of various diseases of the small intestine, colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area including the organs and tissues related to primary intestinal diseases (liver, urinary and female reproductive system). This specialist treats conditions such as hemorrhoids, fissures (painful tears in the anal lining), abscesses, and fistulas (infections located around the anus and rectum). A colon and rectal surgeon diagnoses and treats problems of the intestine and colon such as cancer, polyps (precancerous growths), and inflammatory conditions. Fellows are encouraged to apply!

Why choose Athens, GA?

Athens, Georgia, is conveniently located about 70 miles east of Atlanta, and with a relatively mild climate, Athens has a lot of great things to offer year-round. Are you someone who likes spending time outdoors, art, music, theater, or discovering new eateries? Athens offers something to do for everyone! Many enjoy the iconic music scenes at numerous venues or the world-class restaurants with southern comfort food with innovative farm-to-table menus. Bishop Park is a great place to bring the family to enjoy the pool and playground. If biking is your jam, Dudley Park connects two bike trails, the Firefly Trail, and the North Oconee Greenway.

Over the years, Athens has also experienced exponential growth in the medical community with the opening of the Medical School of Georgia Athens Campus and the initiation of its vibrant residency program. Athens is considered one of the best places to live because it has a low unemployment rate, low cost of living, and high overall quality of life. Clarke County School District serves Athen’s students with fourteen elementary schools, four middle schools, and three high schools. Many medical professionals call Athen’s charming neighboring Oconee County home, about a 10-minute commute to UCBC’s main campus, and have an outstanding school system.

Recruitment Package

• Highly Competitive Compensation Models including Productivity/Quality Incentives.
• CME Reimbursement.
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental Benefits.
• Retirement Savings Plan.
• Malpractice Coverage Paid.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Chance to Care for Patients in the Comfort of their Communities.
• Opportunity for Career Growth.
• Ability to Enroll Patients in Clinical Trials.
• Ability to Participate and Present Research at Conferences.
• Become part of Physician-Led Organizations that Supports Work/Life Balance.

We look forward to speaking with you!