Hematology Oncology Physician

UVA Comprehensive Cancer Center; Fishersville (VA); On-site; USD 434,000 - 671,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous time off & CME

Incentive opportunities

Job summary

UVA Health is seeking a Hematology Oncology Physician to join a growing community oncology program in Virginia. The role focuses on comprehensive cancer care near home, leveraging the resources of a renowned NCI-designated Cancer Center.

The position involves outpatient care in Fishersville, with occasional coverage at UVA Health hospitals. You will work with a team of 8 physicians and support staff to deliver patient-centered care and participate in clinical research and quality improvements.

Qualifications

• Be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hematology/Oncology.
• Active medical license to practice in Virginia or eligible for licensure.
• Ability to collaborate with surgeons, oncologists, APPs, nurses and researchers.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive hematology/oncology care including diagnosis, treatment planning, chemotherapy and infusion management.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for patient-centered care and tumor boards.
• Manage laboratory results, imaging and treatment toxicities; educate patients and families.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Collaboration

Education

Board Certification in Hematology/Oncology

Job description

UVA Health is seeking a Hematology Oncology Physician to join our growing community oncology program. This is an exciting opportunity to provide comprehensive cancer care close to home while benefiting from the clinical expertise, advanced resources, and academic environment of an NCI-designated Cancer Center.

The Opportunity

The physician will provide comprehensive hematology and oncology care, including diagnosis, treatment planning, chemotherapy and infusion management, and follow-up care. You will collaborate with surgeons, radiation oncologists, primary care providers, APPs, nurses, and other specialists to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities include:

• New patient consultations, follow-up visits, and ongoing treatment management
• Diagnosis and treatment of a broad range of hematologic and oncologic conditions
• Management and oversight of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other infusion therapies
• Review of laboratory, pathology, imaging, and other diagnostic results
• Management of treatment-related toxicities and adverse reactions
• Patient and family education regarding diagnosis and treatment options
• Participation in weekly multidisciplinary tumor boards
• Participation in clinical research, clinical trials, and quality improvement initiatives
• Occasional inpatient oncology rounding, as needed, to support continuity of care
• Shared rotating call schedule

The physician will primarily practice at our outpatient cancer care facility in Fishersville, VA, with occasional coverage at affiliated UVA Health hospitals, including University Medical Center, Prince William Medical Center, and/or Haymarket Medical Center.

Our Team

Join an established oncology practice with 8 physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, nurses, and a patient navigator, supported by social workers, nutritionists, palliative care specialists, and hospice services through UVA Health.

Why UVA Health?

This position offers the best of both worlds: the resources of an NCI-designated Cancer Center and leading academic medical center with the personal impact of community-based oncology care.

Highlights include:

• Opportunity to help shape and grow a developing community oncology program
• Strong clinical, administrative, and executive support
• Collaborative, physician-focused culture
• Access to advanced oncology resources, teaching conferences, Grand Rounds, and CME
• Competitive compensation and incentive opportunities
• Generous time off and CME policies

Ideal Candidate

We welcome applications from experienced hematology oncologists and recent fellowship graduates who are committed to high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centered care.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hematology/Oncology
• Have a strong foundation in medical oncology and the management of a broad range of cancers
• Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Be committed to lifelong learning and professional development
• Value collaboration and mentorship
• Be enthusiastic about helping grow oncology services in the community

A Virginia medical license will be required prior to the start of employment.

Compensation

The base compensation range for this role is $434,001-$671,007 for a 1.0 clinical FTE. Individual compensation will be determined based on fair market value and the selected candidate's qualifications, clinical experience, specialty training, credentials, and/or education.

The stated compensation range does not include applicable incentive compensation programs, which may include productivity, quality, non-productivity, or other incentives available to eligible positions.

Join UVA Health and help expand access to exceptional cancer care while building a rewarding career within a supportive, collaborative oncology program.