Pediatric Hematology Oncology Physician, Texas Academics

Ascension St Vincent; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 300,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

CME allowance

Occurrence-based malpractice coverage

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

Ascension St Vincent in El Paso, TX is seeking a Pediatric Hematology/Oncology physician to join an academic-affiliated program. The role combines inpatient service, outpatient/infusion continuity, and opportunities to influence a growing program with involvement in national cooperative group trials.

Expect a 0.9 FTE schedule with roughly 1,872 clinical hours yearly, base salary around $300,000 plus incentives, sign-on, CME support, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• MD/DO (or equivalent foreign medical degree) required.
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology; fellows considered.
• Comfort with bone marrow aspiration/biopsy, LPs with intrathecal chemo, inpatient consultative care.
• Interest in teaching and academic participation; faculty appointment possible.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric hematology/oncology care across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Coordinate procedures (bone marrow, LPs, transfusions) and ports/central lines.
• Participate in teaching and academic activities with multidisciplinary team.
• Contribute to program development within an academic-affiliated pediatric division.

Skills

Inpatient consultative care

Procedural comfort

Teaching interest

Academic participation

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

Fellows considered

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Opportunity in El Paso, TX

You'll step into a high-impact Pediatric Hematology/Oncology role serving as a key referral resource for a wide regional catchment area. This is a pediatric hematology/oncology position with meaningful clinical volume and academic involvement. If you're looking for a blend of inpatient service, outpatient/infusion continuity, and the chance to shape a growing program, let's connect.

Practice Overview

• You'll join an academic-affiliated pediatric program with multidisciplinary support and access to national cooperative group trials (COG)
• Team includes dedicated outpatient/inpatient support staff (MA/RN) plus 3 NPs
• Broad scope: new diagnoses (~80/year), survivorship, benign heme (sickle cell/hemophilia), and oncology care across inpatient and clinic/infusion
• Procedures include bone marrow aspiration/biopsy, LPs with intrathecal chemo, transfusion management, and coordination of ports/central lines

Schedule

• 0.9 clinical FTE with approximately 1,872 clinical hours/year
• Alternating ambulatory/infusion and inpatient service blocks for variety and continuity
• Specialty call: approximately 1 week per month
• EMR: Cerner; full diagnostic support on-site (lab, pathology, imaging)

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary starting at $300,000 (with additional incentives structured around productivity and/or quality/retention)
• Sign-on bonus starting at $15,000
• CME allowance: $5,000 plus standard paid time off package
• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage; relocation assistance available; eligibility for federal/state loan forgiveness programs due to service area

Candidate Requirements

• M.D. or D.O. (or equivalent foreign medical degree)
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (fellows considered, including upcoming graduates)
• Comfort with core heme/onc procedures (BMA/Bx, LP with intrathecal chemotherapy) and inpatient consultative care
• Interest in teaching and academic participation preferred; faculty appointment aligned with experience

Community & Location Highlights

• El Paso offers a sunny climate, mountain views, and easy access to outdoor recreation in the Franklin Mountains
• Cost of living is generally lower than many major Texas metros, with a range of housing options
• Convenient regional airport access for travel, plus proximity to weekend getaways across West Texas and Southern New Mexico
• Family-friendly amenities with established neighborhoods, parks, and a strong local food scene

Reach out today to learn more about this opportunity and how it aligns with your career goals.