Join us as Chief of Hematology/Oncology at Salisbury VA Medical Center! Enjoy a sign-on bonus and EDRP. Lead a dedicated team and make a real impact!

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Join us as Chief of Hematology/Oncology at Salisbury VA Medical Center! Enjoy a sign-on bonus and EDRP. Lead a dedicated team and make a real impact!

Salisbury, NC
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About the job

Salisbury VA Medical Center seeks a dynamic Chief of Hematology/Oncology to lead one of the VHA's largest programs. The role involves patient care, research, teaching, and overseeing clinical trials. Enjoy competitive benefits and work at a renowned facility affiliated with Wake Forest University.

Requirements

  • U.S
  • Citizenship
  • MD or DO degree
  • Unrestricted medical license
  • Completion of residency

Qualifications

  • ABIM board-certified or eligible
  • Minimum 5 years clinical experience
  • Leadership in oncology preferred
  • Research and teaching experience
  • Experience with clinical trials

Full job description

Join us as Chief of Hematology/Oncology at Salisbury VA Medical Center! Enjoy a sign-on bonus and EDRP. Lead a dedicated team and make a real impact in Veteran care. Apply today!

The Salisbury VA Health Care System is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Chief of Hematology/Oncology for a full-time position. We provide exceptional care across three practice locations:

  • Salisbury VA Medical Center (VAMC): A central site offering hospital-based consulting service (no dedicated hematology-oncology inpatient service) and comprehensive outpatient clinics, including a chemo infusion suite.

  • Healthcare Centers in Kernersville and Charlotte, NC: Both equipped with full chemo infusion capabilities.

Opportunity Highlights

  • Leading Program: Be a part of one of the VHA's largest oncology programs, featuring the largest chemo infusion program.

  • Certified Excellence: Our program is ASCO-QOPI certified, ensuring the highest quality of care.

  • Robust Research: Engage with our strong clinical trials unit, which includes both Pharma and investigator-initiated protocols.

  • Academic Excellence: Work in a renowned training site for Wake Forest University oncology fellows.

  • Teaching and Research: Ample opportunities to contribute to teaching and research activities.

Work Schedule

  • Regular Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.

  • Flexibility: Flexible or compressed schedules may be considered.

  • Call Coverage: Approximate phone coverage of 1 in 6.

Academic Affiliation

  • Wake Forest University School of Medicine

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certification: ABIM board-certified in hematology-oncology.

  • Experience: 5 years in clinical practice, clinical trials, and trainee oversight.

Requirements

  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship, with non-citizens considered only when qualified citizens cannot be recruited.

  • Education: Doctor of Medicine degree or equivalent in allopathic or osteopathic medicine.

  • Licensure: Unrestricted license to practice medicine in a state, territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.

  • Residency: Completion of an accredited residency program in a core specialty.

  • Board Certification: Board-certified or board-eligible in Hematology Oncology.

Benefits

The VA offers an industry-leading benefits package designed to support high-quality professional practice and foster a favorable work-life balance. The benefits include:

  • Competitive Salary: Range of $360,000-$380,000 with an authorized sign-on bonus.

  • Education Debt Reduction Program: Authorized

  • Paid Time Off: 50-55 days annually (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 Federal holidays, and up to 5 days paid CME absence).

  • Insurance: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Life insurance.

  • Retirement: Pension and Thrift

Interested candidates should email their current CV to Annie Luckey, VA Physician Provider Recruiter @

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