Pediatric Hematology Oncology - Leukemia and Lymphoma

Ascension St Vincent; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension St Vincent in Phoenix is seeking a full-time, board-eligible/certified pediatric hematologist/oncologist to join the Division of Hematology/Oncology. The role focuses on patient care, including consultations and follow-ups, as well as participation in clinical research.

This position will require an interest in mentoring and supporting program development, with responsibilities spanning inpatient and outpatient care, educational supervision, and research initiatives.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in mentoring and program development.
• Experience with pediatric hematology/oncology.
• Ability to achieve quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care on inpatient and outpatient basis.
• Supervise trainees and conduct educational rounds.
• Participate in research and division growth activities.

Skills

Board eligible/certified

Patient care skills

Research participation

Mentoring

Evidence-based medicine

Education

Board certification in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

Academic rank commensurate with experience

Job description

Position Details

Department: PCMG-MAIN | Hematology and Oncology

Location: Phoenix

Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 8am-5pm

Category: Physician/Div Chief/Med Dir

Posting #: 978646

Employee Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

The Division of Hematology/Oncology and BMT at Phoenix Children’s seeks a full‑time, board‑eligible/certified pediatric hematologist/oncologist to join the Leukemia and Lymphoma Section. The candidate will focus on the diagnosis and treatment of hematologic malignancies, with an interest in early phase clinical trials. Responsibilities include inpatient and outpatient clinical care in the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (CCBD), teaching, and participation in clinical and translational research.

CCBD sees ~400 new oncology patients per year, including >140 hematologic malignancies. The center offers phase I/II industry‑sponsored studies and investigator‑initiated trials and is an ACGME‑approved program with three fellows per year.

Candidates should have a strong interest in mentoring and program development, be board‑eligible or certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, and have an academic rank commensurate with experience.

Academic appointments are through Mayo Clinic Arizona and the University of Arizona‑College of Medicine, Phoenix.

Position Duties

• Patient Care Services
  • Provide patient care on inpatient and outpatient basis, including consultations and follow‑up.
  • Perform diagnostic and therapeutic services/procedures and urgent/emergent care as needed.
  • Strive to achieve best patient and family–centered care, support hospital patient‑satisfaction goals, and adhere to patient‑safety and quality standards.
  • Practice contemporary evidence‑based medicine.
• Divisional Responsibilities
  • Achieve annual physician goals and objectives.
  • Support medical education, including supervision of trainees and allied health professionals, teaching rounds, lectures, and conference.
  • Participate in research activities and support division research initiatives.
  • Support programmatic growth of division and satellite efforts.
• Professionalism
  • Treat colleagues and patients with courtesy, dignity, and respect.
  • Promote a safe, cooperative, and professional health‑care environment.
  • Support Phoenix Children’s mission, vision, and values.
• Other Activities
  • Assist Division Chief as liaison to the professional community and public.
  • Conduct teaching rounds or conferences outside Phoenix Children’s when beneficial.
  • Represent Phoenix Children’s in medical and business communities.
  • Perform essential communication, after‑hours and regular scheduling responsibilities.
• Miscellaneous
  • Carry out additional duties as requested.