Medical Director Cancer Institute: BayCare Health System - Clearwater, Flor at BayCare Medical Group

Tampa, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Oncology, Clinical Practice, Program Development, Research, Mentorship, Education, Collaboration, Strategic Planning, Patient Care, Innovation, Healthcare Administration, Team Building, Market Competitiveness, Academic Affiliation, Clinical Excellence

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Position Overview BayCare Health System, one of the nation’s best-performing not-for-profit health care systems serving the communities of West Central Florida, is seeking a visionary and collaborative physician leader to serve as Medical Director of the BayCare Cancer Institute. This is a unique and career-defining opportunity to play a role in shaping the future of cancer care across a broad regional network, aligning multidisciplinary teams, and enhancing patient outcomes through strategic leadership and clinical excellence. This position combines both clinical practice and administrative leadership—ideal for an experienced leader who thrives in both environments and is passionate about building programs. Key components of the role include: Overview: The Medical Director will collaborate closely with leaders from BayCare’s Clinical Institutes to focus on building and expanding a comprehensive, system-wide strategy for delivering cutting-edge cancer treatment across BayCare Health System, positioning the BayCare Cancer Institute as a hub of excellence. Clinical Practice: The clinical component of this position is integrated with BayCare Medical Group, the largest and most respected physician-led medical group in the Tampa Bay area. We are seeking a highly skilled, board-certified Medical Oncologist or Surgical Oncologist to join our team. Program Development & Market Competitiveness: Lead initiatives to grow and enhance cancer services, ensuring the institute remains at the forefront of innovation, patient outcomes, and market presence. Academic and Teaching Opportunities: Serve as a mentor and educator by teaching residents through an academic affiliation with Northwestern University. A faculty appointment is available for those interested in engaging with medical education. Research: Drive oncology research initiatives by partnering with Northwestern University and BayCare’s established research infrastructure. The Medical Director will collaborate with oncologists and research leaders facilitating access to innovative trials and advancing cancer treatment. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, supportive environment, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of cancer care at BayCare! Qualifications Candidate Qualifications: Clinical Experience – minimum 10 years Executive Leadership Experience in a healthcare setting – minimum 2 years Masters – Healthcare Administration or Business Administration is preferred Board Certification by The American Board of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology and Hematology or Board Certification by The American Board of Surgery Ability to obtain a Florida Medical License Company Overview About BayCare: BayCare Health System is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, with a network comprised of 16 hospitals with services including imaging, lab, behavioral health, home health care, and urgent care. Our priority is connecting patients to a complete range of preventive, diagnostic, and treatment services for any healthcare need, throughout their lifetime. BayCare is renowned for delivering the highest clinical excellence with extraordinary, compassionate care. BayCare Medical Group is Tampa Bay’s leading multi-specialty group providing primary and specialty care throughout five counties in the Tampa Bay and West Central Florida regions. Our top priority is the health and well-being of our communities. In June 2025, BayCare and Northwestern Medicine, Chicago’s premier integrated academic health system that includes the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, announced they were embarking on a strategic collaboration to expand access to advanced medical treatments, enhance clinical research, and improve training and education for current and future physicians in West Central Florida. The collaboration provides BayCare the final key piece in its efforts to grow as an academic health system serving the region, which includes the Tampa Bay area. Already, BayCare has one of the fastest-growing graduate medical education programs in the nation and an established research infrastructure, creating a solid foundation for integrating academic advancement with patient care. It is a natural evolution for BayCare, the region’s largest provider with an expansive geographic footprint and a mission to improve the health of all its serves. As one of the nation’s fastest growing metropolitan areas, West Central Florida deserves a stronger bridge between clinical care delivery and academic excellence and BayCare is the best provider in the region to respond to that need. BayCare’s vision is that in the years to come, access to academic medicine will continue to grow right along with the region so that no one in West Central Florida needs to leave their community to get access to the best clinical interventions possible, close to home. We’re proud to serve Tampa Bay, Polk County and the west-central Gulf Coast of Florida. We think you’ll find this area a great place not only to work, but also to live, play and grow. We’re home to welcoming neighbors, growing and dynamic communities, outstanding schools, colleges and universities, and dedicated team members. Golfing, fishing, boating/kayaking, shelling, biking, sunbathing, and viewing the sunset from one of America’s top beaches are just a few of the reasons why people love this area. Tampa Bay is home to many professional sports teams, discover exciting exhibits at local museums and enjoy listening to the Florida Orchestra at several local venues. Experience the excitement at local and close by amusement parks. It’s all here for you to enjoy.

Responsibilities

The Medical Director will lead the development and expansion of cancer services across BayCare Health System, ensuring the institute remains a hub of excellence. This role combines clinical practice with administrative leadership, focusing on enhancing patient outcomes and building innovative programs.