Director of Hematologic Malignancies | Midwest

Jackson Physician Search; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 600,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage

Paid relocation

CME reimbursement

401(k) match

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

Jackson Physician Search is partnering with a Midwest health system to recruit a Hematologist to lead a new Hematologic Malignancies program. The role includes launching a cellular therapy program (BMT/CAR-T) and leading a 4-physician hematology group within a 25-physician hem/onc team.

There is 40% protected time for leadership and clinical research; opportunities for academic appointment and collaboration with a major university medical school system.

Qualifications

• Board certified or eligible in Hematology or Oncology.
• Clinical trials experience, especially cellular therapy.

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of hematologists within a multi-physician program.
• Oversee initiation of a cellular therapy program including BMT/CAR-T.
• Drive Phase 1–4 trials and access to national trial networks.
• Coordinate with BMT staff, APPs and nurse navigators; enable research time.

Education

BE/BC Hematology or Oncology

Job description

A mission-driven, integrated health system is building a brand-new employed oncology program in a new $250M cancer center, fueled by major philanthropic investment and a collaboration with a large university medical school system. We are seeking a hematologist to lead a new Hematologic Malignancies group and help launch a cellular therapy program, including BMT and CAR-T.

The Opportunity:

• Lead a group of 4 hematologists within a 25 physician hem/onc program
• 40% protected time for leadership and clinical research
• Cellular therapy launch within 2 to 3 years with consulting support, FACT accreditation to follow
• Malignant hematology focus with no coag program
• Phase 1 to 4 trials and access to 500+ trials through a national research partnership
• BMT coordinator, hematology APP and hematology nurse navigator support
• Optional academic faculty appointment
• Immediate referrals: about 80% of cancer patients have a system-employed primary care provider

Ideal Candidate:

• BE/BC Hematology or Oncology
• Background in BMT and cellular therapy; BMT fellowship a plus, not required
• Clinical trial experience, especially cellular therapy trials, preferred

Compensation & Benefits:

• $600K to $650K base + $60K sign-on + wRVU production bonus
• Occurrence-based malpractice, paid relocation, CME, 401(k) match and PSLF eligibility

About the Community:

• A Midwest metro of 400K, an easy drive to two major cities, with an international airport, top-rated schools, a low cost of living and 15 to 20 minute commutes.