Associate Physician Diplomate

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) seeks an Associate Physician Diplomate for part-time clinical opportunities in hematology and oncology at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital. The role covers outpatient hematology, inpatient consults, and e-referrals across the San Francisco Health Network.

The position emphasizes patient-centered care within a safety-net setting, multidisciplinary collaboration, and teaching responsibilities for fellows and residents.

Qualifications

• Board Certified in Oncology and/or Hematology and licensed to practice in California.
• DEA License.
• Demonstrated excellence and commitment to patient-centered care.
• Deep commitment to serving vulnerable populations in a safety-net setting.
• Strong teamwork, clinical judgment, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in Hematology Outpatient Clinic for hematologic disorders.
• Inpatient Consult Service for complex hematologic and oncologic conditions.
• Deliver virtual Hematology consultations via e-Referral program.

Skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Bilingual EN/Cantonese

Team collaboration

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Education

Board Certification in Oncology or Hematology

DEA License

CA Medical License

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Overview

The Division of Hematology-Oncology at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital is seeking an Associate Physician Diplomate to join our team for patient care and advancement of hematology and oncology. We have part-time clinical opportunities available in the following areas:

• Hematology Outpatient Clinic — Provide specialized care for patients with hematologic disorders (benign and malignant) and work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver personalized treatment plans. Panels will include new and follow-up patients.
• Inpatient Consult Service (Hematology and/or Oncology) — Provide expert consultation for hospitalized patients with complex hematologic and oncologic conditions. Collaborate with primary teams, specialists, and hospital staff to ensure timely diagnosis, management, and coordination of care. Teaching and mentoring trainees (fellows and residents) is a meaningful component.
• Hematology e-Referral Program — Deliver virtual consultations for hematologic cases referred from across the San Francisco Health Network. Provide rapid, high-quality recommendations and facilitate streamlined care in collaboration with referring providers.

Responsibilities

The role supports a mission-driven, safety-net setting and offers flexibility that supports professional balance and personal sustainability.

Required Qualifications

• Board Certified in Oncology and/or Hematology through an accredited board, and in possession of the legal requirements for the practice of medicine in California as determined by the California Medical Board.
• DEA License
• Demonstrated excellence and commitment to patient-centered care
• Deep commitment to serving vulnerable populations in a safety-net setting
• Strong teamwork, clinical judgment, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish or Cantonese
• Prior experience in safety-net, public, or resource-limited health systems
• Familiar with EPIC

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to health sciences. We bring together leading experts in nearly every area of health and are home to Nobel laureates who have advanced cancer research, neurodegenerative diseases, aging, and stem cell science.

Pride Values and Equity

UCSF is a diverse community that seeks candidates whose work experience or community service contributes to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity, and excellence (PRIDE values). UCSF is committed to equity in how we deliver care and in our workforce, building a broadly diverse community, and engaging diverse ideas for education, discovery, and patient care.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy. Your placement within the salary range depends on work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please refer to UCSF compensation and benefits information.