Physician - Hematology/Oncology

Veterans Health Administration; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 350,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration's St. Cloud VA Health Care System seeks a Physician - Hematology/Oncology to serve Veterans at CBOCs in Brainerd, Alexandria and Montevideo. Full-time with at least 75% travel between clinics, based in Alexandria, MN.

The role provides consultation and follow-up in outpatient setting, participates in projects, and supports a Whole Health System of care for Veterans; offers benefits and a federal pension.

Qualifications

• Board-certified in hematology/oncology or eligible.
• Experience in outpatient oncology care is preferred.
• Familiarity with VA health system not required but beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation and follow-up for PSM patients in outpatient settings.
• Participate in sub-specialty projects and initiatives as available.
• Ensure patient care quality and adhere to facility policies and privileges.

Skills

Hematology/Oncology

Education

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

St. Cloud VA Health Care System is seeking a Physician - Hematology/Oncology to serve Veterans at our Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) locations - Brainerd, Alexandria and Montevideo. This position is full-time, based out of the Alexandria, MN location, with at least 75% travel between all the clinics.

Key Responsibilities

The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran.

This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being.

Duties of the Provider: Provides consultation services and follow up of Primary Specialty Medicine (PSM) patients, in his or her designated field, in the outpatient setting at the St. Cloud Health Care System, or one of the affiliated Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). Participates in special projects pertinent to assigned sub-specialty as projects become available with strategic or other initiatives.

Provides clinical oversight and review if assigned duty as a supervising or collaborating physician for a mid-level provider. Submits timely documentation in accordance with departmental policy. Enters progress notes on all patients as they are seen. Provides quality of care that always meets professional standards. Works within privileges at all times, unless necessitated by an emergency. Other duties, as assigned. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.

VHA Physician Total Rewards. This position may be eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. Applicants selected for an EDRP-eligible position will be notified in their conditional job offer. The selectee must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit an EDRP application within four months of appointment.

Program approval, award amount (up to $200,000), and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply. Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) Authorized: Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply for the incentive. Contact [e-mail] for questions or assistance. Learn more.

Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Requirements & Education

Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are: Schools of medicine accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for the year in which the degree was granted.

Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) for the year in which the degree was granted. For foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, confirmation must be made that the medical school meets (or met) Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) eligibility requirement for year graduated.

NOTE: The Under Secretary of Health or designee in the VHA Central Office may approve the appointment under authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 of a physician graduate of a school of medicine not covered above if the candidate is to be assigned to a research, academic, or administrative position with no patient care responsibilities.

The appointment will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the candidate's credentials clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty area.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $350000 – $400000/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.

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