Division Chief - Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Mother-Friendly workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center seeks a physician leader for the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Division. Rank offered is Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor, with salary dependent on qualifications and experience.

The role involves leading a multidisciplinary team and delivering comprehensive care for children with cancer and blood disorders. The position emphasizes clinical responsibility in ambulatory and inpatient settings, teaching residents and fellows, and

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree required.
• In process of completing a fellowship in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.
• Eligibility or in the process of becoming board eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.

Responsibilities

• Lead the division while ensuring collaboration with the Department of Pediatrics.
• Foster teamwork, respect and professionalism among faculty, staff and students.
• Provide clinical care through ambulatory clinics and inpatient services, including call schedule participation.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations for children and adolescents.
• Diagnose and treat blood disorders and cancer in children and adolescents.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Provide bedside teaching of residents, students and fellows during clinical service and didactic instruction.
• Develop scholarly activity and mentor researchers in the division.

Education

MD/DO degree

Job description

Position Description

The Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Division provides comprehensive Hematology & Oncology care while educating students, residents and fellows. This includes diagnosing and treating a wide range of cancer and blood disorders and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care.

Rank of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor and applicable salary are dependent upon candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Major/Essential Functions

• Lead the division while ensuring collaboration with the Department of Pediatrics;
• Foster an environment of teamwork, respect and professionalism with the faculty, staff, and students;
• Provide clinical care through ambulatory clinics and inpatient services, including call schedule participation;
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations for children and adolescents;
• Diagnose and treat a range of blood disorders and cancer in children and adolescents;
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans;
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
• Provide bedside teaching of residents, students and fellows while on clinical service and also participate in didactic instruction; and
• Develop scholarly activity and serve as mentor to researchers in the division.

Required Qualifications

• Medical Doctor Degree (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree (D.O.);
• In process of completing, a fellowship in Pediatric Hem/Onc.
• Eligibility or in the process of becoming board eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a Fellowship in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Board Certified in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.
• Board certified in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology.
• TX Medical License.
• Experience in managing hematological disorders, including bleeding, clotting, platelet disorders and sickle cell disease.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.