Head & Neck Cancer/Surgery

Deaconess Specialty Physicians is seeking a fellowship-trained Head & Neck Cancer Surgeon to join our growing, multidisciplinary Cancer Service Line. This is a unique opportunity to practice high-acuity surgical oncology in a collaborative, resource-rich environment.

Position Highlights

• Guaranteed Base Salary: $525,000 for the first 12 months, plus quality incentive bonus
• Lucrative Compensation Model: Productivity-based earnings with investment opportunity in the Evansville Surgery Center (joint venture with Deaconess and community surgeons)
• Sign-On Bonus: $100K for experienced surgeons; $50K for those with <3 years’ experience; training stipends available for current fellows

Ideal Candidate

• BC/BE in Otolaryngology
• AHNS-accredited fellowship in Head & Neck Oncology Surgery
• 3+ years’ experience preferred (open to current fellows)
• Research experience encouraged with support to launch clinical trials

Be a part of Further Growth within an Integrated Cancer Care Team

Join our growing Head & Neck Cancer Program with embedded services within the cancer center:

• Advanced Practice Provider support
• Dedicated OR block time
• Head & Neck Nurse Navigator
• Speech Pathologist, Dietician, Social Work, PM&R, Palliative Care
• Collaborative reconstructive/plastic surgery support
• This opportunity offers the ability to help lead and shape a growing high-complexity surgical oncology service, including advanced resections and reconstruction, supported by specialized ICU, respiratory, and critical care teams experienced in caring for Head & Neck oncology patients.
• New Comprehensive Cancer Center coming in 2028! This future destination cancer center will bring together cutting-edge technology, leading specialists and compassionate, coordinated care, all in one place so patients across the Tri-State can receive world-class cancer care close to home. To learn more about the center, please visit www.deaconess.com/cancercenter

Multidisciplinary Excellence

1. Work alongside a team of experts from various specialties to provide patient-centered and comprehensive care to our patients with a Head and Neck/Cutaneous tumor board already established.
2. All services under one roof: medical/surgical oncology, infusion, radiation oncology
3. Other specialized tumor boards include GU, GI, Gyn, Thoracic, Breast, Neuro, and Hematologic Malignancies
4. Powered by Epic + Beacon EMR

Practice Locations

• Deaconess Hospital Midtown & Gateway Campuses
• Inpatient and outpatient integrated practice with NP/PA support

? Call Structure

1. Head/Neck cancer call coverage with APP support.
2. Other options possible - based on surgeon preference and experience for ENT facial/trauma call shared with established ENT program.

Benefits That Matter

• Generous PTO: 5 weeks + 6 holidays
• CME Support: 5 days + $3,500 annual stipend
• Full Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life
• Retirement Plans: 401k + 457b
• Licensing & Certification: DEA, board fees covered
• Relocation Assistance: Up to $15,000
• Tech Allowance: $750 every 5 years

Why Physicians Choose Deaconess?

Deaconess is the region’s leading healthcare system, with a strong tradition of physician leadership and integration. Our multi-specialty group spans southern Indiana, Illinois, and western Kentucky, offering unmatched access to technology, referrals, and collaborative care.

With a large primary care base and expansive referral network, you’ll build a thriving practice quickly in a collegial, quality-focused environment you’ll be proud to call home.

Apply today!

Michelle Dexter

Manager, Provider Recruitment

Deaconess Clinic is one of Indiana's largest multi-specialty group practices composed of 900 + providers at 60+ locations in Evansville and surrounding communities in southern Indiana and western Kentucky. We represent over 25 different medical disciplines. Deaconess Clinic has been dedicated to providing the highest quality comprehensive health care to the Tri-State area for many years. Physicians here are supported by a substantial patient base and below average expenses. Coupled with an above average practice reimbursement rate and low cost of living, Evansville has what you're looking for...a comfortable, laid back lifestyle. Located on the banks of the Ohio River in an area of more than a quarter million households, our physicians enjoy a safe family-oriented community, excellent schools and a growing economy.

Deaconess Health System is a premiere provider of health care services in a 26-county area of Indiana, Kentucky and Illinois. The system includes eleven hospitals, a freestanding cancer center, a preferred provider organization, 50+ ambulatory sites, two Urgent Care facilities and multiple partnerships with other health care providers.

Community

Evansville, Indiana, is a mid-sized community in the corner of southwestern Indiana. With a population of 123,000 and a total of 278,000 in the metropolitan area, Evansville enjoys a low cost of living, low crime rate, cultural opportunities and excellent schools including 2 universities, and it was named an All-American City in 2004-one of only ten cities nationwide. Click here to learn more about Evansville!