Physician - Hematology/Oncology

Join Us: Lead as Chief of Hematology/Oncology at Salisbury VA Medical Center – Sign-On Bonus Available

Practice Environment The Salisbury VA Health Care System is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Chief of Hematology/Oncology for a full-time position. We provide exceptional care across three practice locations:

• Salisbury VA Medical Center (VAMC): A central site offering hospital-based consulting service (no dedicated hematology-oncology inpatient service) and comprehensive outpatient clinics, including a chemo infusion suite.
• Healthcare Centers in Kernersville and Charlotte, NC: Both equipped with full chemo infusion capabilities.

Opportunity Highlights

• Leading Program: Be a part of one of the VHA's largest oncology programs, featuring the largest chemo infusion program.
• Certified Excellence: Our program is ASCO-QOPI certified, ensuring the highest quality of care.
• Robust Research: Engage with our strong clinical trials unit, which includes both Pharma and investigator-initiated protocols.
• Academic Excellence: Work in a renowned training site for Wake Forest University oncology fellows.
• Teaching and Research: Ample opportunities to contribute to teaching and research activities.

Work Schedule

• Regular Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
• Flexibility: Flexible or compressed schedules may be considered.
• Call Coverage: Approximate phone coverage of 1 in 6.

Academic Affiliation

• Wake Forest University School of Medicine

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification: ABIM board-certified in hematology-oncology.
• Experience: 5 years in clinical practice, clinical trials, and trainee oversight.

Requirements

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship, with non-citizens considered only when qualified citizens cannot be recruited.
• Education: Doctor of Medicine degree or equivalent in allopathic or osteopathic medicine.
• Licensure: Unrestricted license to practice medicine in a state, territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
• Residency: Completion of an accredited residency program in a core specialty.
• Board Certification: Board-certified or board-eligible in Hematology Oncology.

Benefits

The VA offers an industry-leading benefits package designed to support high-quality professional practice and foster a favorable work-life balance. The benefits include:

• Competitive Salary: Range of $360,000-$380,000 with an authorized sign-on bonus.
• Paid Time Off: 50–55 days annually (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 Federal holidays, and up to 5 days paid CME absence).
• Insurance: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Life insurance.
• Retirement: Pension and Thrift

Interested candidates should email their current CV to Annie Luckey, VA Physician Provider Recruiter @ [email protected]