Medical Oncologist

Pennstatehershey Diversity; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA seeks a Medical Oncologist at assistant, associate, or professor level to build an academic program focused on GI, thoracic, melanoma/cutaneous cancers and sarcoma.

Expected duties include high-level clinical care, translational and clinical investigations, and program development. We offer a competitive compensation package and an environment dedicated to research, teaching, and patient care within the Penn State Cancer

Qualifications

• MD/DO or foreign equivalent required.
• Residency completed in Hematology/Oncology.
• Fellowship in hematology/oncology completed.
• Eligible for Pennsylvania medical licensure.
• Board certification/eligibility in hematology/oncology preferred.
• Clinical research experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for solid tumor oncology patients (GI, thoracic, melanoma, sarcoma).
• Contribute to translational and clinical investigations within the Cancer Institute.
• Develop and grow an academic research-centric program within Penn State Cancer Institute.

Education

MD/DO or foreign equivalent

Residency in accredited program

Hematology/Oncology fellowship

Eligible for licensure in Pennsylvania

Board certification/eligibility in Hematology/Oncology

Clinical research background

Job description

Penn State Health - Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Location : US:PA:Hershey

Work Type : Full Time

FTE : 1.0

Shift : Varied

Hours : Varied

Our growing Division of Hematology/Oncology and Penn State Cancer Institute, Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is inviting applications for a faculty position on either tenure or non-tenure track at the Assistant, Associate or Professor level in the division with focus on solid tumor oncology - especially GI, thoracic or melanoma/cutaneous malignancies and sarcoma. The candidate is expected to demonstrate strong expertise and track record in clinical care, translational and clinical investigations in the above selected areas of oncology diseases. The level of faculty appointment and salary will be commensurate with experience and training. Successful candidates will have a commitment to building an academic research-centric program within the Cancer Institute. The Penn State Cancer Institute is a CoC-accredited and ACR accredited cancer program. It is the only comprehensive cancer center in central PA and provides a robust infrastructure for clinical trials and translational research facilities.

Job requirements for this position include:

• Medical Degree- M.D., D.O., or foreign equivalent
• Completion of an accredited residency and hematology/oncology fellowship program
• Eligible for licensure for the practice of medicine in the State of Pennsylvania
• Board certification/eligibility in Hematology/Oncology
• Clinical research background

Competitive compensation and fringe benefits are offered.

Located in Hershey, PA, we offer a great place to live, work, play, and learn. Known as the home of the Hershey chocolate bar, Hershey's community is rich in history and offers diverse in culture. We're conveniently located within a short distance to major cities such as Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, NYC, Baltimore, and Washington DC. We're proud of our community involvement and encourage you to learn more about our organization. Our local neighborhoods boast a reasonable cost of living whether you prefer a more quiet suburban setting or thriving city atmosphere rich in theater, arts, and culture.

This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position’s responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Position Medical Oncologist

Location US:PA: Hershey | Physician | Full Time

Req ID 41798