Physician - Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Palliative Care Clinician Educator (M67978)

Division of Hematology and Oncology; Department of Internal Medicine

VCU Health - Richmond, VA

Mission or Goal of Unit: Pursue the Research, Clinical, and Education Missions of the academic medical center in the areas of Hematology, Oncology, and Palliative Care. Through bench research, clinical trials and the rigorous study of prevention and control, our scientists pursue the many roles of medicine in treating, preventing and controlling the adverse effects of cancer. our hallmark activity is translational research, where our physicians and scientists work to bring laboratory discoveries to the patient bedside as quickly and safely as possible. through our training programs, our faculty train the next generation of scientists and physicians to further advance science and practice.

Chief Purpose of this position: The Division of Hematology, Oncology, and Palliative Care is seeking a full-time Academic Palliative Care Faculty member. This individual will play a key role in advancing the clinical, research, and educational missions of the Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center.

The faculty member will divide their clinical duties between staffing the inpatient palliative care unit and providing consultative services. They will collaborate closely with both palliative care and medical oncology fellows and will be actively involved in the training and education of residents and medical students. This position offers opportunities for academic growth and participation in quality improvement initiatives within a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment.

Position Responsibilities: [

Teaching | Trains medical students, residents and fellows while in the clinic and on the inpatient service.

Research | Reasonable scholarly activities, such as publications, presentations at national meetings and participation in appropriate academic organizations, are expected as well as active participation as a scientific member of the department and Massey Cancer Center.

Service | It is expected that the person in this position will be active in decreasing health disparities in the community served by Massey/VCU.

Clinical | Attends on the inpatient wards and consult service, and/or sees patients in the outpatient clinic with a focus on supportive care.

Required Qualifications: 

• Board certified or eligible in Hospice and Palliative Medicine
• Eligible for medical licensure in Virginia
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU 

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