Hematology and Oncology Job at Veterans Health Administration in Decatur, GA

The Atlanta Veterans Affairs Medical Center is recruiting a Chief of Hematology / Oncology to administratively manage the department and provide comprehensive hematological /oncological patient care to our Veterans.  A clinical appointment at Emory is included with the position. The Chief maintains high clinical standards that are carried into the decision-making process and continually strives to maintain and enhance teaching skills to effectively teach fellows from our academic affiliate, Emory University.

The ideal applicant is a board-certified physician with advanced clinical experience as well as demonstrated administrative and leadership skills. Will perform hands-on clinical work, oversight, and administration of all aspects of the Hematology/Oncology Section, and may include guidance and training for medical residents, fellows and/or other trainees. Supervision of all staff, including physicians and mid-level providers within the Section.

Position Highlights:

• 50% admin, Lead a department of 20+ MD, NP, Med Technologist, Health Science Specialist, Cancer Registry Program Analysts
• Supervise residents and fellows
• Report to Chief, Medicine
• Faculty appointment available at Emory
• Research opportunities available
• Mostly outpatient clinic with some inpatient consults
• Leadership experience preferred
  

Assistance with payment of med school loans up to $200K may be available.

We offer:

• Annual performance bonus up to an additional $15K per year
• Guaranteed salary increases
• One full & unrestricted license from any state is permissible to work at VA
• CME: $1,000 per year stipend & 5 days paid absence for conferences, etc.
• Malpractice: Liability protection with tail coverage provided
• 26 days paid vacation & 13 days paid sick time per year with unlimited carry-over
• 11 Federal holidays with pay
• Federal Retirement Plan
• Separate 401K with partial agency match
• Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance                                                                                                                                                                                 
  
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