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Senior Consultant / Director - Surgical Oncology

Senior Consultant / Director - Surgical Oncology

ConfidentialDelhi
30+ days ago
Job description

Key Responsibilities :

Clinical Leadership :

  • Perform complex oncologic surgeries (e.g., breast, GI, thoracic, head & neck, gynecologic, soft tissue) in accordance with current evidence-based practices.
  • Lead multidisciplinary tumor boards and case discussions, guiding comprehensive cancer care decisions.
  • Supervise and mentor surgical teams, including junior consultants, registrars, fellows, and residents.
  • Ensure the integration of surgical care with medical and radiation oncology services.

Operational & Strategic Oversight :

  • Oversee the surgical oncology unit's performance, patient outcomes, and quality of care.
  • Develop and implement clinical protocols, surgical pathways, and quality benchmarks.
  • Collaborate with hospital leadership to expand oncology services and adopt new technologies.
  • Ensure compliance with accreditation standards (NABH, JCI, etc.) and clinical governance protocols.
  • Academic & Research Contributions :

  • Contribute to or lead institutional academic programs including resident training, CME, and surgical skill labs.
  • Initiate and support clinical research, trials, and publications in surgical oncology.
  • Represent the department at national and international forums, enhancing institutional visibility.
  • Patient-Centered Care & Communication :

  • Engage patients and families in informed decision-making regarding treatment options, outcomes, and expectations.
  • Advocate for holistic, compassionate, and ethical care throughout the cancer journey.
  • Manage high-risk or complex surgical cases, referrals, and second opinions.
  • Team & Talent Development :

  • Build and sustain a high-performing surgical oncology team.
  • Mentor junior staff in clinical and leadership competencies.
  • Drive continuous education, skill upgradation, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
  • Qualifications and Experience :

  • Educational Qualification :
  • MBBS with MS / DNB in General Surgery
  • MCh / DNB in Surgical Oncology or equivalent recognized super-specialty qualification
  • Experience :
  • 10–15+ years of experience in surgical oncology, with a proven track record of leadership in a tertiary care setup
  • Experience in handling high-complexity cancer surgeries and multidisciplinary care coordination
  • Licensure :
  • Valid registration with State / National Medical Council
  • Key Skills & Competencies :

  • Advanced surgical skills in oncology across multiple organ systems
  • Deep understanding of cancer biology, treatment protocols, and staging systems
  • Leadership and team management in high-pressure clinical environments
  • Strong communication, empathy, and patient counseling skills
  • Strategic thinking and operational planning capabilities
  • Research acumen and familiarity with academic publishing
  • Desirable Attributes :

  • Fellowship or international training in Surgical Oncology / Robotic or Minimally Invasive Oncology
  • Participation in national cancer networks, societies (e.g., ASI, SSO, ESMO)
  • Experience in setting up or scaling oncology departments
  • Proficiency in robotic or advanced laparoscopic cancer surgeries
  • Teaching experience in DNB / MCh programs
  • Skills Required

    Sso, DNB, surgical oncology

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