Malignant Hematologist | Cellular Therapy and Transplant Unit | Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center

Baptist Health of Northeast Florida; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Hematologist to join their Cancer Medicine Division in Jacksonville. This role focuses on expanding cutting-edge therapies for patients with hematological malignancies and supporting a new Cellular Therapy Program. Candidates should be board-certified or board-eligible in Hematology or Medical Oncology, with at least three years of relevant experience. This position offers opportunities for leadership within the hematology program and adjunct academic appointments, providing a unique blend of patient care and academic involvement. Join a team dedicated to delivering exceptional oncology care in a state-of-the-art facility.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or Board Eligible in Hematology or Medical Oncology.
• At least three years of experience in malignant hematology.

Responsibilities

• Expand delivery of therapies for patients with hematological malignancies.
• Support the Cellular Therapy Program and maintain active clinical practice.

Skills

Hematology

Medical Oncology

Clinical Research

Cellular Therapy

Stem Cell Transplant

Education

Doctorate of Medicine

Tools

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) License

Florida Medical License

Job description

Job Summary

Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center in Jacksonville, Florida is actively seeking an experienced Hematologist to join our Cancer Medicine Division. This physician will expand the delivery of cutting-edge therapies for patients with hematological malignancies and support our Cellular Therapy Program. Our state-of-the-art cellular therapy and stem cell transplant unit is under construction at the downtown Baptist Hospital and will open in late 2025.

Your Expertise and Background

• Board-certified or Board Eligible in Hematology or Medical Oncology with a record of clinical and academic achievement.
• Have at least three years of experience in malignant hematology.
• Experience in cellular therapy / CAR-T or Stem Cell Transplant is desired.
• Clinical research experience and prior educational activities are desired.

Graduating fellows may be considered if they have demonstrated a serious commitment and training track record in managing complex hematology patients.

• Demonstrated commitment to multidisciplinary cancer care.
• Fully support the clinical, research and educational missions of our program.
• Establish and maintain active clinical practice.

Career Opportunity

• You will be recommended for adjunct academic appointment at the University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston commensurate with your accomplishments.
• You will be considered for leadership opportunities within the hematology program and Cancer Medicine (including roles in programmatic development, research and quality).

About Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center

Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center opened a 330,000 square foot patient-centered, state-of-the-art facility dedicated solely to the full spectrum of oncology care.

Baptist MD Anderson brings an unprecedented level of oncology care to Northeast Florida and provides physicians an appealing blend of focused patient care and the benefit of an academic-oriented model. Baptist Health is proud to be the region’s most preferred healthcare provider, one of only seven unique health systems in the United States chosen to replicate MD Anderson Cancer Center’s multidisciplinary and proven model of care, and the Southeast patient care hub for MD Anderson Cancer Network, a program of MD Anderson.

Baptist MD Anderson is an equal-opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse faculty. We are not sponsoring J-1 Visa candidates for this position.

Interested candidates should submit their CVs and a letter describing their clinical and academic interests to:

Tom Dragovich, MD PhD

Head, Division of Cancer Medicine

Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center

1301 Palm Avenue

Jacksonville, FL 32207

Email: [e-mail]

Education Required

Doctorate of Medicine

Experience

• ≥ 3 years of Hematology (and Oncology) experience preferred

License and Certification

• Certification by the American Board of Internal Medicine in Hematology (and Oncology).
• Unrestricted Florida Medical License
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) License

Location

Baptist MD Anderson Ctr
1301 Palm Ave
Jacksonville, FL, 32207