Hematology and Oncology Physician

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance bonus

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Paid time off (50–55 days annually)

Comprehensive insurance coverage

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Charleston, South Carolina, is seeking a part-time physician to provide essential care for patients with active cancer or hematologic diseases. The ideal candidate will have a Doctor of Medicine degree and an unrestricted medical license.

This role includes supervising chemotherapy procedures and leading multidisciplinary tumor boards. The position offers competitive salary, sign-on bonuses, and comprehensive benefits, including paid time off and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• United States citizenship is required.
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent degree from an accredited medical school.
• Current full and unrestricted medical license in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary and specialty care for patients with cancer.
• Supervise chemotherapy and infusion procedures.
• Perform bone-marrow aspirates and biopsies.
• Lead oncology conferences and tumor boards.

Skills

U.S. citizenship

Proficiency in English

Physical ability to lift and carry

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent

Completed residency training

Job description

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program that may provide up to $200,000 over a period of one to five years. Applicants must meet VHA policy eligibility requirements and submit an EDRP application within four months of appointment.

Qualifications

• United States citizenship (non‑citizens may be considered only if qualified citizens cannot be recruited).
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent degree from an allopathic or osteopathic medical school approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
• Current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the United States (or its territories/Census Divisions).
• Completed residency training in an accredited core specialty program leading to board certification, OR
  • one year of post‑medical‑school training approved by ACGME/AOA followed by two years of independent practice, OR
  • non‑US residency training followed by a minimum of three years of verified independent practice in the U.S.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Physical ability to lift 15–44 pounds, carry 15–44 pounds, and stand or walk for up to 5 hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary and specialty care to patients with active cancer or hematologic disease in continuity and new‑referral outpatient clinics.
• Supervise inpatient and outpatient chemotherapy and infusion procedures.
• Perform bone‑marrow aspirates and biopsies.
• Participate in and lead oncology conferences and multidisciplinary tumor boards.
• Oversee hematology/oncology fellows (including those from Kansas University Medical Center).
• Contribute to clinical trials, including principal investigator duties for SWOG and other industry‑sponsored studies.
• Ensure compliance with institutional review board (IRB) regulations and other regulatory requirements.
• Engage in administrative and educational functions within the Hematology/Oncology Section as applicable.
• Work a part‑time schedule of 24 hours per week, Monday to Friday; potential to transition to full time as discussed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonus.
• Recruitment incentives: Sign‑on bonus, relocation assistance, and EDRP participation.
• Paid time off: 50–55 days per year (including annual leave, sick leave, and federal holidays). Additional paid CME days may be granted.
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5‑year vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% matching.
• Comprehensive federal insurance coverage, including health, vision, dental, term life, and long‑term care.
• Professional liability protection with tail coverage.
• No employment contract restrictions on moonlighting.