Chief Section of Head & Neck Surgery
Company: Baptist Health of Northeast Florida
Location: Jacksonville
Posted on: February 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center in Jacksonville, Florida is
seeking an experienced Head & Neck Surgical Oncologist to serve as
Chief, Section of Head & Neck Surgery within our Division of
Surgery. This leadership position will guide a growing
multidisciplinary Head and Neck Surgical Oncology team while
advancing innovative clinical care, research, and education in a
rapidly expanding cancer center serving Northeast Florida and
beyond. About the Role The Section Chief will provide vision,
clinical, and operational leadership for the Head & Neck Surgery
program, fostering multidisciplinary collaboration across all
surgical subspecialties, medical oncology, radiation oncology,
reconstructive surgery, pathology, and other key disciplines. The
ideal candidate will be a dynamic surgeon with proven leadership
ability, a strong commitment to clinical excellence, and a vision
for expanding a comprehensive head and neck surgical oncology
program that serves the greater Jacksonville community. The Section
Chief will also maintain an active surgical practice, contribute to
the education of clinical faculty, team members, and trainees, and
participate in research and quality initiatives aligned with
Baptist MD Anderson’s mission. Key Responsibilities Lead the
strategic growth and clinical direction of the Head & Neck Surgery
Section. Supervise and mentor a team of head and neck surgeons,
including those with microvascular flap expertise. Partner with
multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure seamless integration of
surgical, medical, and radiation oncology care. Develop and expand
patient access and referral networks across Baptist Health and
Baptist Primary Care. Engage in academic, educational, and research
activities independently, and in collaboration with The University
of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Oversee quality, safety, and
performance initiatives within the Section. Contribute to
institutional leadership through committee participation and
cross-departmental collaboration. Maintain an active clinical
practice in head and neck oncology surgery. Ideal Candidate Board
Certified in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery with fellowship
training in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology Minimum of 5 years of
post-fellowship experience with demonstrated academic and
leadership accomplishments. Proven ability to build and grow
multidisciplinary clinical programs. Commitment to advancing
clinical research and academic collaboration. Visionary leadership
style with excellent interpersonal and mentorship skills. Eligible
for unrestricted Florida medical license and DEA registration.
Program Highlights Team of two existing Head & Neck Surgeons, both
skilled in microvascular flap reconstruction and robotic surgery;
active recruitment underway for an additional Head and Neck
surgeon. Collaborative, physician-led environment with
administrative and operational support. Protected administrative
time for leadership and administrative duties. Access to
comprehensive resources of Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, and
our Baptist Health System including advanced surgical suites,
radiation therapy, and clinical research programs. Head and Neck
call shared within the group; General ENT call covered by ENT
hospitalist Integration with the Cancer Network and the University
of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center for education, research, and
quality initiatives. Multidisciplinary conference and dedicated
oncology support staff. About Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center
Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center in Jacksonville, Florida provides
adult cancer patients in the northeast Florida and southeast
Georgia communities, and the southeastern United States with
advanced, multidisciplinary, and integrated cancer care. Baptist MD
Anderson Cancer Center is the third partner member of the MD
Anderson Cancer Network®, the institution’s international program
to elevate the quality of cancer care in communities throughout the
United States and the world. In September of 2018, BMDACC moved
into its new iconic 9-story, 330,000 sq. ft. facility providing
state-of-the art treatment and subspecialty care, clinical
research, and education in all areas of cancer medicine, radiation
oncology, and surgical oncology / surgical subspecialties. Healing
art, natural light, and a supportive patient environment surrounds
each patient. The program has grown to include over 55 physicians
and 750 team members to include prevention, screening, diagnosis,
treatment, and wellness / survivorship services in one location.
BMDACC has become one of the larger cancer programs in Florida for
new cancer patients. About Baptist Health Baptist Health is a
faith-based, mission-driven , nonprofit, locally governed health
care system in Northeast Florida comprised of five adult hospitals
Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville; Baptist Medical Center
Beaches; Baptist Medical Center Nassau; Baptist Medical Center
South, Baptist Medical Center Clay and Wolfson Children’s Hospital,
the region’s only children’s hospital. All Baptist Health
hospitals, along with Baptist Home Health Care, have achieved
MagnetTM status for excellence in patient care. Baptist Health is
the region’s most preferred health system since 1990, ranking
highest in the categories of best doctors, best nurses, best
quality and best reputation. Specialty physicians focus on quality
outcomes as part of the largest clinically integrated physician
network in the region, including a well-established primary care
network with over 200 physicians at the core of the health system.
Baptist Health is one of the largest area employers, with more than
14,000 employees. For more details, visit baptistjax.com. About MD
Anderson The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in
Houston ranks as one of the world's most respected centers focused
on cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. The
institution’s sole mission is to end cancer for patients and their
families around the world. MD Anderson is one of only 44
comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer
Institute (NCI). MD Anderson is ranked No. 1 for cancer care in the
U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals” survey. It has ranked
as one of the nation’s top two hospitals since the survey began in
1990. MD Anderson receives a cancer center support grant from the
NCI of the National Institutes of Health (P30 CA016672). About
Jacksonville, Florida Jacksonville offers a winning combination of
economic opportunity, quality of life, and coastal charm. As
Florida’s largest city by area, Jacksonville features a diverse and
business-friendly economy with strengths in health care, finance,
logistics, technology, and defense. The region provides competitive
costs, a growing talent pool, pro-business policies, and easy
access to major markets via a deepwater port, interstate highways,
and a regional airport. Residents enjoy four seasons of outdoor
recreation—from beaches, rivers and parks to golf and
boating—alongside a vibrant arts and cultural scene, excellent
schools and colleges, and an affordable, family-friendly lifestyle.
With a welcoming community and strong civic leadership,
Jacksonville is an ideal place to grow a career, raise a family,
and build a business. madeleine.lamb@bmcjax.com
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