Physician Chief (Hematology/Oncology)

About the role

The New Mexico VA Health Care System (NMVAHCS) is seeking applications for the position of Chief - Section of Hematology/Oncology. The NMVAHCS Hematology/Oncology program is the major academic affiliate of the UNM Division of Hematology/Oncology and the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Responsibilities

• Serves on a full-time basis
• Develops and maintains currently accepted management practices throughout the clinical services
• Develops and presents the budgetary requirements of the clinical services and assists in the formulation of the annual budget program
• Formulates and recommends plans for a comprehensive program of medical care
• Develops the requirements of staff, facilities, equipment, and supplies needed to support an integrated program
• Utilizes necessary reviews and controls and appraises the effectiveness of the various medical programs in meeting the needs of patient care

Requirements

• United States Citizenship
• Full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State - Territory - or Commonwealth of the United States - or in the District of Columbia
• Completed residency training approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
• Approved residencies: ACGME, AOA, other residencies deemed appropriate by the local Medical Staff Executive Committee
• Must be able to physically and mentally perform the duties of Physician under normal and emergent conditions

Qualifications

• Board-certified in Hematology and Oncology
• Eligible for appointment at the VA
• Strong track record of academic and/or clinical excellence

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Leadership and management experience
• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans
• Experience in medical education and research

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual performance bonus
• Regular salary increases
• 50-55 days of paid time off per year
• Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting)
• Federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
• Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
• No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

Pay

Competitive salary - annual performance bonus - regular salary increases

Schedule

Monday - Friday - 8:00 a.m- 4:00 p.m. - CST