Oncology - Surgical Job at Allina Health in Minneapolis, MN

  Based in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota, Allina Health is a not for profit 503(c) organization, with 90+ clinics, 10 hospitals/13 campuses and approximately 28,000 employees throughout the region, including western Wisconsin. Allina Health operates in one of the nation’s most vibrant, livable areas; a place where you can build the career you want—and you and your family can be part of a thriving community.

The Allina Health Cancer institute is seeking a Department Head of Surgical Oncology to join our growing practice in the Twin Cities.

• Our department of Surgical Oncology is comprised of Surgical oncology, Thoracic oncology, Urologic oncology and Hepatobiliary divisions and oversees the programs across the system.
• We currently have 5 fellowship trained surgical oncologists from programs around the country, as well as a urologic oncologist, two thoracic oncologists, and a fellowship trained HPB surgeon.
• The department head position in AHCI is a leadership position with administrative oversight of physicians and advanced practice providers.
• The department head position reports to the President, AHCI. 
• The role includes clinical and administrative work.
• The position will be located at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. MN. Abbott Northwestern Hospital is a nationally recognized, award-winning hospital.

Institute highlights:

• World-class, integrative oncology program
• Weekly multidisciplinary Tumor Boards
• Extensive high-risk cancer surveillance programming
• Accredited by ACS, CoC, NAPBC, and APEx in support of oncology quality, excellence, and stewardship
• An in-house genomic laboratory
• Access to cooperative group and early phase industry clinical trials
• Excellian (EPIC) is one of the most comprehensive electronic health record (EHR) systems in the nation

  Responsibilities:

Individuals in this role will function as direct supervisors of all members of their department, including the following responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with administrative leadership on finance, operations and strategy of AHCI.
• Provide oversight of quality of clinical care.
• Oversee and coordinate the work assignments, distribution and on call allocation. 
• Attend administrative meetings and staff meetings of AHCI as required.
• Participate as the lead physician role in formulation of policies and standards of practice in AHCI.
• Work collaboratively to resolve matters regarding investigations and disciplinary actions.
• Serve as a mentor to guide career development of providers.
• Recruiting and onboarding of new providers (physicians and APPs).
• Monitor and manage performance and evaluation of physician members and APP’s.

About the Cancer Institute:

Allina Health is embarking on a transformational initiative to improve care for the 17,000 people diagnosed with cancer each year in the Twin Cities. The vision for the Allina Health Cancer Institute centers on value creation through coordination of the full continuum of oncology – from prevention/ detection through treatment and survivorship. The Institute is unique in the region and empowered to direct substantial investments in cancer facilities, physician recruitment, clinical and research programs, and strategic partnerships. Importantly, the Institute oversees cancer care across the entire health system, ensuring that consistently exceptional outcomes are delivered in any setting where patients access cancer care. This model – tested and refined nationally at other large “hybrid” cancer programs –provides high-quality cancer care close to home.

The Allina Health Cancer Institute is being built upon the outstanding foundation of Allina’s current cancer program, widely recognized for its clinical expertise, care coordination, and compassionate approach to care. Some of the program’s strengths include:

•   >50,000 cancer patients cared for annually, including 6,000 new cases each year.
•   #1 in inpatient cancer surgery in the Twin Cities - a product of Allina’s cancer surgical oncology practice.
•   #1 breast cancer program in the Twin Cities, caring for 1,400 newly diagnosed patients each year.
• Over 20 oncology nurse navigators supporting patients and families throughout their cancer journey.
•   9 locations throughout Minnesota and Western Wisconsin.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization's mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental

• PTO/Time Away

• Retirement Savings Plans

• Life Insurance

• Short-term/Long-term Disability

• Paid Caregiver Leave

• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)

• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable

• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.