System Physician Executive, Endeavor Cancer Institute

Embark on a visionary journey with Endeavor Health — transforming cancer care

At Endeavor Health, we are on a bold and transformative journey to redefine healthcare. Our commitment is unwavering – delivering accessible, high-quality and comprehensive care in a community based setting. As we continue to thrive and expand, we are searching for a dynamic and compassionate leader to step into the role of System Physician Executive (SPE) for our Cancer Institute (CI).

The opportunity

This isn’t just a job — it’s a pivotal role at the forefront of building a comprehensive cancer program within our innovative healthcare system. As the primary architect of change, you will wield the influence, empathy, and expertise to reshape the trajectory of cancer care across the continuum. Your leadership will extend beyond routine responsibilities, positioning you as the keystone in the ongoing provision of systemwide cancer care.

Your impact

In this newly created position, you’ll be instrumental in driving strategic direction, clinical excellence and intellectual leadership for the CI. Collaborating with an administrative dyad partner, you’ll be the vital link between providers and leaders, guiding physicians, shaping organizational planning, and ensuring the realization of strategic growth and financial objectives.

Your energy and vision will be the catalyst for driving opportunities that elevate the quality, reputation, and capabilities of the CI and its cancer service lines. From advancing consistency in practice to leveraging research and genomics, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, ultimately delivering outstanding patient care.

Your leadership

Reporting directly to the system presidents, as the SPE, you will apply your leadership across all geographic locations of the Endeavor Health system, which includes eight acute care hospitals and multiple ambulatory sites. From Edward Hospital to Highland Park Hospital, your inspiration will span all corners of our thriving healthcare network.

Balancing responsibilities with a strategic approach, you’ll have the opportunity for protected administrative time while continuing your cancer clinical practice. This unique balance ensures that you lead the overall Institute operations effectively while maintaining a hands-on connection with patient care – a true embodiment of leadership.

Join us in shaping the future

This is more than a career opportunity — it’s an invitation to play a critical role in shaping the future of Endeavor Health. We are on a mission to become a destination center for patients’ oncological needs, and we need individuals committed to advancing a systemwide vision to help everyone in our communities be their best for cancer treatment within a mission-driven setting.

If you are ready to be part of our collective pursuit of excellence in providing safe, seamless and personal care; every person, every time, apply now. Join us at this pivotal moment where your contributions will resonate in the evolution of Endeavor Health’s transformative journey. Together, let’s redefine cancer care and make a lasting impact on the lives we touch.

 

Qualifications

• Graduate of a nationally accredited and recognized medical school required
• Master of Business Administration, Public Health, Healthcare Administration or similar advanced degree preferred

Minimum licensure requirements

• Eligible for medical licensing in the state of Illinois

Minimum certification requirements

• Board certification in an area of cancer expertise
• Scholarly accomplishment required to secure an academic appointment

Minimum work experience

• Minimum of 10 years of clinical experience as a surgical, medical or radiation oncologist, ideally at a National Cancer Institute designated cancer center or fully integrated cancer service line in a multi-hospital system
• Minimum of five years of administrative experience as a System Physician Executive, Chair, Division Chief or similar position in a mid to large-size cancer center or healthcare system with an oncology focus
• Prior experience in sub-specialty cancer models required