Physician | Chief of Hematology

City of Hope; Zion (IL); On-site; USD 500,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Relocation assistance

Productivity incentives

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

PTO Paid time off

Malpractice coverage

Professional expense reimbursement

Job summary

City of Hope Chicago (Zion) seeks a Board-Certified Hematologist to lead our Hematology department in Zion, IL. The Chief will provide clinical, research, and educational leadership and will build on City of Hope’s national hematology program.

The role emphasizes collaboration, leadership, and operational savvy within a matrixed organization, with a focus on training and faculty development. Competitive compensation accompanies signing bonus and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Board certification in hematology is required.
• Experience leading hematology teams or programs is desirable.
• Illinois medical license or eligibility before start date is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to the Hematology department in clinical, research, and education domains.
• Lead a collaborative, team-based culture and develop faculty and trainees.
• Oversee operations with strong business acumen in a matrixed healthcare system.
• Advance the national hematology program through program development and mentorship.
• Represent the department in academic activities and external collaborations.

Skills

Board Certification in Hematology

Leadership & collaboration

Education

Illinois Medical License (or eligible)

Job description

Chief of Hematology Opportunity | Chicago, IL

City of Hope Chicago (Zion) has launched a national search for a Board-Certified Hematologist to join our esteemed Chicago team in Zion, IL. The Chief of Hematology will provide leadership to our department of Hematology in clinical, research, and education areas. The Chief will be a highly regarded physician with a collaborative, team-based leadership style, and the ability to leverage and grow our existing, nationally recognized Hematology program. The Chief must also be operationally savvy, with the business acumen and cultural sensitivity to lead within a complex, matrixed organization.

• Collaborative Team: Work alongside top-tier physicians and specialists, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach to deliver outstanding patient care.
• This is a clinically focused leadership position and applicants with significant experience in the treatment of Lymphoid malignancies, Leukemias (Chronic and Acute), or Plasma Cell Disorders (Myeloma) are highly desired.
• The ideal candidate will be a respected Hematologist with a distinguished national reputation. Academic rank will be commensurate with experience.
• Our hematology program is fully integrated for all aspects of the research and clinical mission, and leverages City of Hope’s program leadership and long history of preeminence in hematology.
• The leader must possess a breadth of skills, including deep knowledge of clinical practice, a strong commitment to training and the career development of faculty as well as demonstrated leadership and administrative ability.

Competitive Compensation: Includes a highly competitive salary, signing bonus, relocation assistance and productivity/performance incentives.

• Base Salary Range: $500K-$600K. This range reflects the base compensation for full-time employment and does not include incentive compensation or benefits. Salary is negotiable and will be determined based on factors such as experience, training, and hospital/community needs.

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision Plans, Health Savings/Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability, Long-term Care, Life and AD&D, 401(k) Retirement Plan, PTO Paid Plan, Paid malpractice coverage, Professional expense reimbursement.

Zion, IL:

• 60-minute drive to downtown Chicago. Just a short drive to everything Chicago has to offer while enjoying the lower cost of living

• Enjoy scenic views, beaches, and outdoor activities along Lake Michigan and Millennium Park.

• Multiple highly rated school system options make this area an excellent place to raise a family

City of Hope is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

• Board Certification: Board Certified in Hematology
• Experience treating Lymphoid malignancies, Leukemias (Chronic and Acute), or Plasma Cell Disorders (Myeloma) desired
• Must have or be eligible to obtain an Illinois Medical License prior to the start date