Medical Director, Hematology and Medical Oncology

Medical Director, Hematology and Medical Oncology

Our organization - Arlington, Virginia
Full-Time | Main Hospital Campus

We are excited to announce the internalization of a key component of our Oncology program and are in search of a seasoned, innovative, and collaborative Board-Certified Hematologist/Medical Oncologist. This individual will take on the role of the first Medical Director for Hematology and Medical Oncology at our primary hospital location in Arlington, Virginia.

This exceptional opportunity provides a senior oncology leader with the full backing of our Board of Directors, executive team, and philanthropic partners to establish and develop a comprehensive hematology and medical oncology program within one of the top-performing independent health systems in the Washington, DC area. The ideal candidate will possess extensive clinical knowledge, proven leadership skills, and a commitment to creating innovative, patient-focused oncology services in a growing community-based academic setting.

This full-time leadership role merges active clinical practice with strategic program development, physician leadership, operational management, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Why Join Us

Our organization is a nationally recognized, independent health system celebrated for its clinical excellence, innovation, physician engagement, and outstanding patient outcomes.

Key highlights include:

• Ranked among the leading hospitals in Virginia and the Washington, DC area by U.S. News & World Report
• CMS 5-Star Overall Hospital Quality Rating and multiple "A" Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group
• Magnet® designation for nursing excellence
• Accredited with Commendation by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC)
• Accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC)
• An independent health system with robust physician leadership and administrative support
• Modern oncology facilities with ongoing investments in cancer services
• Located in Arlington, Virginia, consistently rated as one of the best places to live in the United States, with easy access to Washington, DC
• At our organization, physician leaders can significantly impact strategy, operations, quality, and growth while working in a collaborative and highly respected clinical environment.

Primary Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Deliver comprehensive outpatient and inpatient hematology and medical oncology care
• Assess and manage patients with solid tumors and benign/malignant hematologic conditions
• Create personalized treatment plans utilizing chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and supportive oncology services
• Conduct new patient consultations, follow-up visits, treatment monitoring, and survivorship planning
• Engage in shared call coverage and inpatient oncology consultations
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure evidence-based cancer care
• Review pathology, imaging, molecular testing, and laboratory results to inform treatment decisions
• Address treatment-related toxicities and symptom management needs
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record

Leadership Duties as Medical Director

• Program Development & Growth
  • Lead the creation and expansion of the hematology and medical oncology service line
  • Establish clinical workflows, operational frameworks, and care delivery models
  • Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic planning and market growth initiatives
  • Assist in the recruitment, onboarding, and retention of physicians and APPs
  • Foster relationships with referring physicians and regional healthcare partners
  • Identify opportunities for program expansion, subspecialty growth, and community outreach
• Clinical Leadership
  • Set evidence-based clinical standards, pathways, and best practices
  • Lead multidisciplinary tumor boards and cancer conferences
  • Encourage high-quality, coordinated, patient-centered oncology care
  • Support integration across inpatient, outpatient, infusion, radiation oncology, and surgical oncology services
  • Provide mentorship and clinical guidance to physicians, APPs, nursing, and staff
• Quality & Accreditation
  • Oversee oncology quality initiatives, outcomes tracking, and performance improvement efforts
  • Ensure compliance with Commission on Cancer (CoC) standards and accreditation requirements
  • Monitor clinical quality metrics, peer review activities, patient experience scores, and operational benchmarks
  • Advocate for patient safety, regulatory compliance, and evidence-based oncology practices
• Operational & Administrative Leadership
  • Work with hospital leadership on oncology operations, staffing, workflow optimization, and service integration
  • Participate in budget planning, operational strategy, and resource development
  • Support infusion center operations, scheduling optimization, and clinic efficiency initiatives
  • Act as the primary physician liaison between oncology providers and health system leadership

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical institution
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Hematology/Medical Oncology fellowship
• Board Certification in Medical Oncology is required
• Eligibility for unrestricted medical licensure in Virginia
• A minimum of 5 years of post-training clinical oncology experience is strongly preferred
• Previous leadership experience as a Medical Director, Associate Medical Director, Program Director, or oncology service-line leader is preferred
• Demonstrated experience in program development, clinical operations, or oncology growth initiatives is strongly preferred
• A commitment to multidisciplinary collaboration, quality improvement, and patient-centered care

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package for physician executives
• Leadership stipend along with productivity and quality incentives
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous paid time off and CME allowance
• Retirement plan options
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Relocation assistance available

About Arlington, Virginia

Situated just minutes from Washington, DC, Arlington boasts an outstanding quality of life, featuring nationally ranked schools, vibrant neighborhoods, extensive parks and trails, and easy access to cultural experiences, dining, and international travel. The area is consistently recognized as one of the most desirable places to live and work in the nation.

Application Process

We invite qualified candidates to submit their CV and cover letter to:

Director of Physician Services Recruitment