Breast Surgeon in Portland, Maine

Northern Light Mercy Hospital is seeking a full-time breast surgeon to join its successful, nationally accredited breast care center in Portland, Maine. This position offers the opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to providing world-class care for patients with both benign and malignant breast conditions. With a reputation for clinical excellence, patient-centered care, and compassion, Northern Light Mercy Hospital is the perfect environment for a surgeon looking to make a meaningful impact and grow a long-term career.

Candidates should be board certified or board eligible in general surgery (required). Fellowship training or additional experience in breast surgery is preferred.  

Enjoy Work-Life Balance:

• 4-day work week
• 1:3 call rotation with no general surgery call and no in-house call requirement
• 328 hours of annual PTO and additional Paid Parental Time for new parents

Practice in a Thriving, Well-Supported Environment:

• Work alongside an accomplished breast surgeon, a dedicated breast surgery PA, and a full-time NP seeing high risk patients.
• Join a comprehensive practice offering the full spectrum of breast health services, including a dedicated high-risk clinic and genetic testing for affected and unaffected patients.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team that includes breast radiologists, medical oncologists, nurse navigators, social workers, and other specialized support staff.
• Provide high-quality, compassionate care in a breast center known for its exceptional patient experience and commitment to seeing newly diagnosed breast cancer patients within two business days.

Benefits Information:

• Generous student loan reimbursement opportunities
• Sign-on bonus available
• Relocation assistance, where applicable
• Potential for J-1 waiver sponsorship with pathway to Green Card (if desired) and immigration counsel support.

Compensation Information:

• $411,000 - $451,287 annual base salary with the ability to earn additional compensation based on productivity.
• The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position.  The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, including but not limited to call pay, leadership stipends, etc.

At Northern Light Health, we’re building a better approach to healthcare because we believe people deserve access to care that works for them. As an integrated health delivery system serving Maine, we’re raising the bar with no-nonsense solutions that are leading the way to a healthier future for our state. Our more than 10,000 team members—in our hospitals, primary and specialty care practices, long-term and home healthcare, and ground and air medical transport and emergency care—are committed to making healthcare work for our patients, communities, and employees.

Northern Light Mercy Hospital, an acute care, non-profit hospital in Portland, Maine, is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas. We advocate for a society in which all can realize their full potential and achieve the common good. We give priority to those that society ignores. The greater Portland community has come to rely on the personal care and healing focus that Northern Light Mercy Hospital provides. Northern Light Mercy provides a wide range of medical and surgical services as well as six primary care, subspecialty physician practices, and community-based programs. Northern Light Mercy Hospital is a member of Northern Light Health, an integrated statewide health delivery system that is raising the bar with no-nonsense solutions that are leading the way to a healthier future for our state. Northern Light Health offers a broad range of providers and services, including nine hospitals, primary care and specialty physician practices, long-term care, home health and hospice agencies, and emergency ground and air transport.

Northern Light Mercy Hospital, located in Maine’s largest city, Portland, offers a blend of old-world charm and modern sophistication. This city has been routinely ranked among the top ten in national listings for best restaurants, health, and the best place to raise a family. You don’t have to go far outside of Portland to “get away.” Many classic New England towns surround Greater Portland. Nine miles outside the city sits Gorham, home of the University of Southern Maine. Freeport, home of the L.L. Bean flagship store, is a shopping mecca with an extensive list of outlet stores. If you are looking for an outdoor adventure, consider biking or walking the Sebago to the Sea trail, a continuous trail from Sebago Lake to Casco Bay. Hunt, fish, and boat in the Lakes Region, or head further west toward Mount Washington for hiking or skiing. Whether you prefer the urban way of life or rustic country living, southern Maine offers something for everyone.