Pediatric Hematologist Oncologist

The Hematology/Oncology Division at our organization is actively seeking a full-time, board eligible or board certified pediatric hematologist/oncologist. We welcome candidates with interests in areas such as benign hematology, immune deficiencies, white blood cell disorders, or bone marrow failure syndromes. Experience in research and program development is highly valued as we aim to enhance our offerings in these fields.

Key responsibilities encompass clinical care, educational duties, and involvement in clinical research. The selected candidate will play a vital role within the Hematology/Oncology/BMT Division at our Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, engaging in both inpatient and outpatient management of hematology patients.

Our Center serves as the primary referral hub in the Southwestern region, managing approximately 1,500 new hematology cases annually. We have a substantial patient base, including nearly 550 individuals with congenital bleeding disorders at our federally funded Hemophilia Treatment Center, over 325 patients with sickle cell disease or thalassemia, and around 150 new thrombosis cases each year. We operate multidisciplinary clinics focusing on hemophilia, congenital bleeding disorders, immunohematology, neurovascular diseases, sickle cell/thalassemia, and other patients requiring chronic transfusions due to various diagnoses, including bone marrow failure and RBC enzyme deficiencies. Our hematology team is dedicated to delivering top-tier care to the Southwest's patients. Additionally, we have active clinical and laboratory research initiatives, along with several ongoing clinical trials. We are looking for someone eager to contribute to the growth and development of this program.

Qualified candidates must be board eligible or board certified in pediatric hematology-oncology and possess a strong interest in hematology. Applicants should demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with teams on patient-centered, division-focused, and hospital-wide projects.

The staff physician will deliver patient care services and uphold our organization's mission of providing hope, healing, and exceptional healthcare for children and their families.

Position Responsibilities

• Patient Care Services

  1) Deliver patient care services within the scope of clinical privileges, including but not limited to:

  • a) Direct patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings
  • b) Provide subspecialty consultations and follow-up care
  • c) Conduct diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
  • d) Offer urgent and emergent care services as required

  2) Aim for optimal patient and family-centered care

  3) Contribute to the hospital’s patient satisfaction objectives and division-specific targets

  4) Adhere to divisional standards for patient safety and quality of care

  5) Practice contemporary evidence-based medicine or the latest experience-based approaches

• Divisional Responsibilities

  1) Set and strive to meet annual goals and objectives for physicians (individual, division, hospital)

  2) Support the medical education initiatives of the Division, including:

  • a) Supervise trainees and allied health professionals in delivering inpatient and outpatient services when applicable
  • b) Conduct teaching rounds, lectures, and conferences for trainees
  • c) Engage in the education and supervision of trainees and allied health professionals assigned to the division
  • d) Participate in postgraduate continuing education activities within the division

  3) Assist in advancing the division’s research efforts, including initiatives led by other division members

  4) Foster programmatic growth within the division

  5) Support satellite initiatives of the division when appropriate

• Professionalism

  1) Treat colleagues, staff, and patients with respect, dignity, and courtesy

  2) Promote a safe, collaborative, and professional healthcare environment

  3) Uphold the organization’s mission, vision, and values, emphasizing family-centered care, clinical excellence, leadership, collaboration, and accountability

• Additional Activities

  1) Assist the Division Chief in serving as a liaison to the professional community and the public as needed

  2) Conduct teaching rounds or conferences outside the organization, particularly if they support divisional clinical and educational initiatives

  3) Represent the organization in the medical and business communities and to the public in a professional manner

  4) Essential physical and mental skills include:

  • a) Effective communication via telephone, computer, or other devices
  • b) Ability to fulfill after-hours or night call responsibilities as necessary
  • c) Consistent attendance during scheduled work hours

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.