# Breast Surgeon - Texas

> Commonwealth Medical Services · Abilene, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-01-09

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** West - Hendrick Healthcare

## Description

### **Breast Surgeon (MD/DO)**

### **Position Summary**

The Breast Surgeon provides comprehensive surgical care for patients with benign and malignant breast conditions. This role includes evaluation, diagnosis, surgical treatment, and long-term management of breast disease, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary care team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

### **Essential Duties and Responsibilities**

-   Evaluate patients with breast abnormalities, including benign and malignant conditions
-   Perform diagnostic procedures such as image-guided biopsies and surgical biopsies, as applicable
-   Plan and perform breast surgeries, including lumpectomy, mastectomy, and oncoplastic techniques
-   Collaborate with medical oncology, radiation oncology, radiology, pathology, and plastic surgery
-   Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards and care planning conferences
-   Provide preoperative counseling and postoperative follow-up care
-   Manage surgical complications and postoperative recovery
-   Utilize evidence-based practices and adhere to clinical guidelines
-   Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
-   Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
-   Educate patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment options, and prognosis
-   Comply with regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

### **Qualifications**

-   Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
-   Completion of an accredited general surgery residency
-   Fellowship training in breast surgery or surgical oncology preferred
-   Board-eligible or board-certified in General Surgery
-   Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
-   DEA registration or eligibility

### **Skills and Competencies**

-   Expertise in breast disease diagnosis and surgical management
-   Strong clinical judgment and technical surgical skills
-   Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities
-   Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
-   Commitment to quality, safety, and patient-centered care

### **Work Environment**

-   Hospital operating rooms, outpatient clinics, and ambulatory surgery centers
-   May include scheduled call coverage depending on practice needs

### **Physical Requirements**

-   Ability to stand for extended periods during surgical procedures
-   Manual dexterity for operative techniques
-   Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for clinical and surgical care

## Requirements

Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.

## Apply

[Apply at Commonwealth Medical Services](https://apply.workable.com/commonwealth-medical-services/j/0286C960FF/apply)

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