Chief of Medical Oncology and Hematology

The Bronx, NY Veterans Affairs Medical Center is recruiting a Chief of Hematology / Oncology to administratively manage the department and provide comprehensive hematological / oncological patient care to our Veterans. This VA boasts a robust cancer clinical trials program. A clinical appointment at Columbia University Irving Medical Center is included with the position. The Chief maintains high clinical standards that are carried into the decision-making process and continually strives to maintain and enhance teaching skills to effectively teach fellows from our academic affiliate, Columbia University. The ideal applicant is a board-certified physician with advanced clinical experience as well as demonstrated administrative and leadership skills. Will perform hands-on clinical work, oversight, and administration of all aspects of the Hematology / Oncology Section, and may include guidance and training for medical residents, fellows and / or other trainees. Supervision of all staff including physicians and midlevel providers within the Section.

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

We offer :

~ Annual performance bonus up to an additional $15K per year

~ Guaranteed salary increases

~ One full & unrestricted license from any state is permissible to work at VA

~ CME : $1,000 per year stipend & 5 days paid absence for conferences, etc.

~ Malpractice : Liability protection with tail coverage provided

~26 days paid vacation & 13 days paid sick time per year with unlimited carry-over

~11 Federal holidays with pay

~ Federal Retirement Plan

~ Separate 401K with partial agency match

~ Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance

If interested, please e-mail CV to Julieann.torres@va.gov