Gynecologist Oncologist BE/BC (Hospital Employed ) West Coast of FL

We are seeking to employ a BE/BC Gynecologist Oncologist to join an award-winning hospital and employed physician group in Sarasota, Florida. We are located along the beautiful Gulf Coast of Florida between Tampa and Ft. Myers. 

The system's flagship 897-bed campus, Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota, has been consistently recognized as one of the nation’s best hospitals. A regional referral center providing the greatest depth and breadth of care to the community, the campus also includes state-of-the-art specialized centers of care, including the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute Oncology Tower, Rehabilitation Pavilion and recently opened Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion.

We are building hope for cancer patients by responding to the rising number of local cancer cases and the complexity of modern oncology care. The Sarasota Public Hospital Board supported the addition of three premier oncology facilities: a Radiation Oncology Center that opened in 2020, a 56-bed Oncology Inpatient Tower that opened in 2021, and an Outpatient Cancer Pavilion scheduled to open in June 2026. Once completed, the seven-story Outpatient Cancer Pavilion will include a new breast health center, four (4) outpatient surgery suites, radiation oncology, infusion services, diagnostic imaging and integrative and supportive care in addition to physician offices.

Sarasota Memorial's cancer care teams include cancer-certified nurses, therapists, social workers, navigators, researchers, genetic counselors, rehab therapists and others who collaborate to address the physical and emotional needs of each patient with cancer. 

Highlights of the Opportunity:

• The Gynecology Oncology office will be located in the new Outpatient Cancer Pavilion effective June 2026. Building is conveniently located on the campus of Sarasota Memorial – Sarasota.
• New physician will see approximately 15 - 20 patients a day in the clinic and perform 5-10 surgeries per week.
• The practice is supported by a dedicated team of APPs, clinical and operational support staff.
• We expect new physician to generate approximately 5,000 wRVUs in the first year of practice.
• Call will be 1:3.
• There are 9 operating rooms in the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute and 4 operating rooms in the outpatient cancer pavilion. Gyn/Oncs will operate in both places and will also operate in the main ORs.
• Sarasota Memorial has three (3) daVinci 5 robots in the Main Operating Rooms, four (4) da Vinci Xi’s and a Single Port da Vinci. The Inpatient Cancer Institute has 3 Xi’s for use by the surgeons.
• We are partnered with local groups to provide Medical Oncology and Radiation Oncology.
• Extensive referral base of physicians within First Physicians Group and the community to support 3 Gyn/Oncs.
• Research opportunities are available through our new Kolschowsky Research & Education Institute if interested.
• Opportunity is available to teach Florida State University Medical Students and FSU Internal Medicine & Emergency Medicine Residents. We have 2 Hospice & Palliative Medicine Fellows. We do not have any surgical Residencies or Fellowship GME programs.

Required Qualifications:

• MD or DO from an accredited school of medicine
• Board Eligible or Board Certified
• Active and unrestricted Florida Medical License
• Open to all levels of experience

Benefits Information:

• Position includes a highly competitive base salary with wRVU productivity bonuses, quality metric incentive bonus and a full array of benefits – Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, 403B Retirement Plan, CME, PTO, and much more.
• Relocation allowance and a Commencement bonus are provided.
• As an employee of a public, State of Florida organization, physicians are entitled to sovereign immunity. No tail coverage is needed should you leave this position.
• Sarasota Memorial and First Physicians Group arenot-for-profit Physicians can participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program if employed by First Physicians Group.
• No State income tax in Florida.

Sarasota Memorial is consistently recognized for its delivery of quality care and best patient experience in the nation.

• The Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at Sarasota Memorial carries the nation's highest level of accreditation by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC). It has maintained continuous CoC accreditation since 1988.
• Sarasota Memorial earned “High Performer” for Gynecologic Cancer Surgery in US News’ Best Hospitals report for 2025-2026.
• CMS 5-Star rated hospital for overall quality.  We are the only hospital in Florida and one of just 17 hospitals in the U.S. to earn the five-star rating for the past 10 years.
• Earned straight “A” Grades for Patient Safety from Leapfrog since 2016.
• Recognized in U.S. News’ 50 "Best Hospitals" list in 2025-2026.
• Named among the World’s Best Hospitals for 8^th year in a row by Newsweek, 2026.
• Forbes’ list of “Best Employers for Women” and “America’s Best Large Employers” for 2026.
• Earned consistent Magnet Nursing Recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) since 2003. Sarasota Memorial has remained the only hospital in the region with Magnet recognition for the past 20 years.

Please contact Joelle Hennesey, Director of Physician & APP Recruitment, at 941-685-4231 or Joelle-Hennesey@smh.com to learn more about this opportunity.

First Physicians Group is one of the Gulf Coast’s largest primary and specialty care groups. The group is comprised of 700+ Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers covering 50+ specialties in 72 practice locations throughout Sarasota and Manatee Counties. FPG has been delivering excellent care for the past 32 years, and it is backed by the tradition and strength of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System. 

Founded in 1925, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is a regional medical center offering Southwest Florida’s greatest breadth and depth of care, with more than 2,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 2 million patient visits a year across its network of care. Sarasota County’s largest employer, the health system includes two full-service hospitals in Sarasota and Venice, a freestanding ER in North Port and Lakewood Ranch, and a comprehensive network of outpatient centers, urgent care clinics and physician practices that stretch from Manatee County to North Port. As the region's only public health system and not-for-profit health care provider, SMH serves as a critical safety net for the uninsured in Sarasota County.

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System continues to invest in transformative projects including construction of the Milman-Kover Outpatient Cancer Pavilion and the Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute. We are also breaking ground on two new medical campuses to serve the fast-growing North Port and Wellen Park communities in south Sarasota County.   

Sarasota, Florida is located on the beautiful West Coast of Florida. Sarasota offers a dazzling spectacle of lifestyle options.  In the Sarasota area, you can enjoy the breathtaking beaches and sunsets, educational museums, operas, ballets, plays, golf tournaments, and boat races. You can join in tennis, pickle ball, water skiing, shell collecting, bird watching, growing exotic tropical plants, university classes, golf, or boating.

Cultural landmarks include the John and Mable Ringling Museum which features the works of Peter Paul Rubens, as well as fine Baroque and Renaissance collections. Sarasota takes center stage as a thriving center of the arts. Professional theatre companies include: Asolo Theatre Company, Florida Studio Theatre, and Players of Sarasota. Sharing the spotlight are the Sarasota Ballet of Florida, Sarasota Opera, the Florida West Coast Symphony and the Venice Symphony. The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall provides a full season of touring Broadway productions, ballet, symphonic concerts and performances by a wide variety of musicians.

For the finest shopping and dining, you can check out UTC Mall or enjoy St. Armand’s Circle. Located on one of Sarasota’s beautiful barrier islands, St. Armand’s boasts over 140 upscale shops, boutiques and restaurants. Main Street in downtown Sarasota is always special with its unique specialty shops, cafes, farmer's market and popular nightclubs. https://careers.smh.com/livinghere/