Full Time Breast Surgeon Needed at the Tyler School of Medicine in Tyler, Texas
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About the job
The University of Texas at Tyler School of Medicine invites applications for a Breast Surgeon to join our growing academic medical center. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a mission-driven institution committed to excellence in patient care, education, and research in East Texas.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform surgical procedures for breast diseases, including lumpectomies, mastectomies, and lymph node dissections.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Provide comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative care.
- Educate patients and families on breast cancer diagnoses, treatment options, and recovery.
- Participate in clinical research and contribute to academic publications.
- Mentor and train medical students, residents, and fellows in breast surgery.
- Maintain accurate medical records and adhere to institutional and regulatory standards.
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
- Board certification in General Surgery.
- Completion of a Breast Surgery Fellowship (SSO-approved preferred).
- Eligibility for medical licensure in the state of Texas.
- Demonstrated commitment to academic medicine, teaching, and research.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Recruitment Package may include
- Base salary + wRVU production incentive
- CME allowance
- Sign-on bonus
- Medical debt assistance + Consultative services by Navigate Student Loans
- Relocation allowance
- Paid malpractice coverage
- Health benefits + Retirement plan
- Marketing + practice growth assistance
Why UT Tyler School of Medicine?
- Be part of a new and innovative medical school shaping the future of healthcare in East Texas.
- Collaborate with a passionate team of educators, clinicians, and researchers.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for academic advancement and leadership.
From Ardent Health's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Ardent Health runs hospitals and clinics in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Kansas, New Jersey and Idaho, from Nashville, Tennessee.
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