Hematology/Oncology Physician

@ Veterans Health Administration
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Hematology/Oncology Physician

Nashville, Tennessee
Posted 1 week ago

About the job

Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Nashville VA seek a Transplant Section Chief to lead transplant care, education, and administration, serving Veterans in a top-ranked academic hospital setting.

Requirements

  • Transplant medicine experience
  • Leadership skills
  • Clinical care expertise
  • Mentoring experience
  • Administrative oversight

Qualifications

  • Medical degree (MD/DO)
  • Experience in VA or academic setting
  • Leadership in transplant field
  • Ability to teach and mentor

Full job description

The Nashville VA Medical Center and the Department of Medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center are seeking a highly qualified Physician to serve as Transplant Section Chief within our dynamic Medical Service team for a Part-time - 35 HOURS/WEEK position. This joint appointment offers an exceptional opportunity to provide world-class care to Veterans while contributing to education and clinical excellence in one of the nation s top academic health environments.

Specialties considered: Transplant, Hematology/Oncology, Nephrology, Dermatology, Gastroenterology, and Cardiology.

Position Summary

The Transplant Section Chief will lead the VA Tennessee Valley Health System s transplant program, providing direct patient care and administrative oversight. The incumbent will:

  • Deliver high-quality transplant medicine care within their parent specialty.
  • Evaluate and manage patients referred for transplantation in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
  • Oversee the inpatient transplant consult service.
  • Participate in teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, fellows, and advanced practice trainees.
  • Devote approximately 50% of their time to clinical activities, with the remainder focused on leadership, administration, and education.

Leadership Responsibilities

The Section Chief will serve as a key member of the Medical Service leadership team, assisting the Chief of Staff and Chief of Medicine with:

  • Oversight of transplant-related administrative and clinical operations.
  • Supervisory responsibilities for attending physicians and section staff.
  • Maintaining adherence to all applicable privacy and information security regulations.
  • Promoting a culture of integrity, respect, and Veteran-centered care.

Demonstrated experience in transplant medicine and leadership within an academic or VA setting is preferred.
Serve America s Veterans while advancing your academic career in collaboration with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

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