Physician Pediatrics - Competitive Salary

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Pediatric Hematology / Oncology opening in MissouriFull timeSpringfield, MoThis is a third full-time pediatric hematology / oncology specialist to join a comprehensive children's hospital and only pediatric cancer center within a three-hour radius. As an affiliate site for St. Jude, we offer comprehensive resources and a stable practice opportunity delivering a fascinating mix of oncology and hematology.

This position joins a team of two physicians, two pediatric nurse practitioners, and a full support staff of social worker, child life services, psychology, pharmacy, diet and nutrition, and practice manager.About the Position : Program has been established for 15-years – stable and strongly supportedTeam of two pediatric hematology / oncology physicians and two pediatric nurse practitionersWe are the only pediatric cancer center within a 3-hour radiusAccess to a variety of stimulating cases and research capabilitiesPartnership with St. Jude’s for clinical trials, support, and researchCommitted support staff and team - many have been here since its inceptionExcellent culture and teamwork that cares about the patients and highest quality and outcomesPediatric cancer center and clinic located inside the hospital - cover one campusNo outreach requiredGuaranteed salary – focus on quality and patient experience, not wRVUs and production metricsRecruitment bonus or fellowship stipend available plus paid relocationComprehensive, day-one benefits package for your entire familyOccurrence-based liability insuranceAbout the Hospital886-bed tertiary hospital and regional referral center for a four-state catchment area11-Bed pediatric Emergency Department12-bed PICU, 46-bed NICU, 30-bed inpatient pediatric floor600+ physicians across all medical specialtiesMost pediatric specialists are available - neurology, neurosurgery, ENT, pulmonology, emergency and intensivists, hospitalists, orthopedics, general and trauma surgery, and moreSystem-wide EPIC EMRLeapfrog Grade A for quality and safetyRanked in the top 5% nationally for overall clinical excellence by HealthGradesVisa candidates are encouraged to applyAbout the AreaLiving here is easy with everything you need! We have access to some of the best outdoor recreation in the country with the Ozark Mountains, a plentiful and growing job market, great schools, universities, world-class health care, and all the entertainment and cultural options of metro areas—but with far less stress and traffic plus an abundance of character and friendliness.

Enjoy a top 10 city for low cost of living and top 20 best places to live and work! Springfield has an excellent airport with daily flights across the country.