Surgical Oncologist (Hepatobiliary/UGI) Opportunity | City of Hope Chicago

City of Hope
City of Hope

Irvine, CA, USA

Posted on Aug 14, 2026

City of Hope Chicago (Zion, IL), a leading network of cancer hospitals and outpatient centers, is seeking an outstanding Board-Certified Surgical Oncologist to join our esteemed team. We offer a collaborative, patient-focused environment dedicated to transforming healthcare by integrating cutting-edge research and compassionate care.

Position Highlights

The Department of Surgery is seeking an experienced Hepatobiliary/UGI Surgical Oncologist to meet the needs of our growing program in Zion, Illinois. The qualified candidate can look forward to providing patient-centered care in collaboration with a world class, nationally recognized multidisciplinary team of top-level surgical and non-surgical specialists.

  • Step into a unique opportunity to shape and expand the Hepatobiliary/UGI service line, with strong clinical support and the resources to develop a thriving practice.

  • Ability to establish an expanding referral base in the growing region. Opportunity to create and grow your practice through outreach while having the support of a top 10 cancer organization in the US.

  • Practice at a 73-bed cancer hospital equipped with state-of-the-art operating rooms and cutting-edge da Vinci® robotic surgery technology.

  • Provide patient-centered care in collaboration with an established multidisciplinary team of physicians, APP’s, and nurses.

  • The preferred candidate will demonstrate advanced expertise in robotic pancreatic, gastric, and liver surgery. Experience performing robotic Whipple procedures is of particular interest.

  • City of Hope faculty appointment. Academic rank will be commensurate with experience.

  • EPIC EMR

Click here to learn more about the hospital: City of Hope Cancer Center Chicago in Zion, Illinois

Competitive Compensation: Includes a highly competitive salary, signing bonus, relocation assistance and productivity/performance incentives. Actual compensation will be adjusted for specialty, experience, training, hospital/community needs and other factors.

Comprehensive Benefits:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Plans, Health Savings/Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability, Long-term Care, Life and AD&D, 401(k) Retirement Plan, PTO Paid Plan, Paid malpractice coverage, Professional expense reimbursement.

Zion, IL:

  • 60-minute drive to downtown Chicago. Just a short drive to everything Chicago has to offer while enjoying the lower cost of living

  • Enjoy scenic views, beaches, and outdoor activities along Lake Michigan and Millennium Park.

  • Great school systems make this area an excellent place to raise a family

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

  • M.D./D.O.

  • Board-Certified or Eligible: Surgery & Surgical Oncology

  • Must have or be eligible to obtain medical licensure in the state of Illinois.