Hematology/Oncology Physician - VA Healthcare System

Physician - Hematology/Oncology

Recruitment/Relocation Incentive: A sign-on bonus may be available for eligible candidates.

Compensation: We offer a competitive salary along with an annual performance bonus and regular salary increases.

Paid Time Off: Enjoy 50-55 days of paid leave annually, which includes 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, and potentially 5 days of paid absence for continuing medical education (CME).

Retirement Benefits: Our organization provides a traditional federal pension (with a 5-year vesting period) and a federal 401K plan with contributions of up to 5% from the organization.

Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance options are available, many of which can be carried into retirement.

Licensure: Candidates must possess one full and unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state or territory.

CME Reimbursement: Eligible for up to $1,000 per year for continuing medical education (must be full-time and board certified).

Malpractice Coverage: Enjoy free liability protection, including tail coverage.

Contractual Terms: There is no employment contract for physicians, and there are no significant restrictions on moonlighting.

General Overview of Responsibilities

As a staff physician in the hematology/oncology department, you will maintain the necessary professional, technical, and administrative knowledge to effectively address patients' clinical needs. You will work with patients ranging from young adults to the elderly. Compliance with credentialing, privileging, and other monitoring requirements is essential. Physicians are expected to uphold high clinical standards in decision-making and continuously enhance their teaching abilities to mentor fellows, residents, and medical students. Additionally, you will oversee physician assistants and nurse practitioners within the section and adhere to current standards for medical record documentation and residency supervision.

Scope of Practice

Your responsibilities will contribute to delivering quality patient care. The hematology/oncology physician will provide care and treatment for patients referred to the section, both in inpatient and outpatient settings. This includes administering outpatient chemotherapy and immunotherapy in our infusion suite and managing any related reactions. You may also perform bone marrow aspirations/biopsies, primarily conducted by physician assistants/nurse practitioners, and supervise fellows in these procedures.

Clinical Competence

• Demonstrate the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities in direct patient care or supervision, including conducting examinations, diagnosing conditions, managing emergencies, and providing patient education.
• Maintain a high level of proficiency in procedures, ensuring that complication rates remain below national averages.
• Recognize the independence of patients and encourage questions during treatment sessions, allowing them to process information comfortably.

Supervision of Fellows and Residents

• Provide high-quality teaching through direct patient care experiences in clinics, inpatient wards, ICUs, and the Oncology Section.
• Utilize resident supervision reports, teaching evaluations, and performance improvement assessments to gauge effectiveness.
• Supervise house staff and effectively teach rotating house staff in patient wards while serving as attending.
• Precept medical students in the clerkship program.

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

The picturesque community of White River Junction, Vermont, and the surrounding "Upper Valley" area offers a beautiful environment with mountains, rivers, and numerous outdoor activities such as swimming, boating, skiing, hiking, and biking. The nearby presence of Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH, enriches the local arts and culture scene.

Position Requirements: Candidates must be U.S. citizens, hold an M.D. or D.O. degree, and possess a full, unrestricted license to practice medicine in any state. Board certification in Hematology/Oncology is required.

Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) Eligibility: This program offers student loan reimbursement up to $200,000, subject to eligibility requirements.

In addition to competitive salaries, generous leave, and liability protection, we provide extensive benefits and retirement plans without employment contracts or restrictions on moonlighting. For more information, please refer to our total rewards package.

Our organization is committed to equal employment opportunities and adheres to federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination.