Physician – Hematology Oncology

WVU; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU is seeking a Hematologist/Oncologist for its Charleston location. The role involves providing top-tier patient care and actively teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree, have completed an internal medicine residency and hematology/oncology fellowship, and be board certified/eligible in hematology/oncology. The position is part of the WVU Cancer Institute, a leading cancer treatment center involved in significant clinical trials and patient care initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must be board certified/eligible in hematology/oncology.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment.
• Experience in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows.

Responsibilities

• Practice in the areas of hematology/oncology.
• Provide excellent patient care.
• Engage in teaching activities.

Skills

Hematology

Oncology

Teaching

Patient care

Education

MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent

Internal medicine residency

Hematology/oncology fellowship

Job description

## Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.The West Virginia University Health System, the state’s largest health system and largest private employer, comprises 18 hospitals throughout the state and bordering states. In addition, it includes five institutes, as well as providing management services for other local hospitals through affiliate agreements. Whether you are caring for our patients at one of the critical access hospitals, community sites, regional or academic medical centers, we are all one WVU Health System. Work Here. Thrive Here.**Additional Job Description:**West Virginia University School of Medicine and the **Department of Medical Oncology** seek **a Hematologist/Oncologist** (ranks available: Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor). The successful candidate will be expected to practice in **Charleston, West Virginia. and Jackson General Hospital, Ripley, West Virginia.** **Duties:** The successful candidate will practice in the areas of **hematology/oncology.**In addition to providing excellent patient care, the successful candidate will also be actively involved in teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. **Qualifications:** Candidate must have an MD or DO degree or foreign equivalent and be eligible for state medical license. Successful candidate must have completed an accredited **internal medicine residency** and **hematology/oncology fellowship** program. Successful candidates must be board certified/eligible in **hematology/oncology**. All qualifications must be met by the time of appointment. As a full member of the WVU Health System, Thomas Memorial Hospital is part of a broad, integrated network of doctors, hospitals, clinics, and specialized institutes across West Virginia, Southwestern Pennsylvania, Western Maryland, and Ohio. West Virginia’s capital city, Charleston, is perfectly positioned at the confluence of the Kanawha and Elk Rivers. It is also where three major interstates converge, making it a highly accessible destination for visitors looking for an affordable getaway. Charleston boasts the history you would expect of a capital city, but a growing arts scene and its riverside position also make it a hub for recreation and culture. The **WVU Cancer Institute** is one of the country’s premier cancer treatment centers. Multidisciplinary medical teams use the latest cancer therapies, sophisticated technologies, and patient-driven research to deliver the best possible treatment in state-of-the-art facilities. We offer treatment to those in West Virginia as well as patients from five border states. We have a very active clinical trials program, pharmaceutical studies, and emerging statewide clinical trials network.The **WVU Cancer Institute** which was recently named one of the top cancer hospitals by *Newsweek,*provides care to over 125,000 patients annually. West Virginia University, the WVU Health System, and the state of WV are engaged and committed to moving the WVU CI toward obtaining NCI Designation. In addition, there is commitment to build a new state of the art, inclusive of inpatient and outpatient services, cancer hospital attached to the main JW Ruby Memorial Hospital. Multidisciplinary medical teams use the latest cancer therapies, sophisticated technologies, and patient-driven research to deliver the best possible treatment in state-of-the-art facilities. We offer treatment to those in West Virginia as well as patients from five border states. We have a very active clinical trials program, pharmaceutical studies, and emerging statewide clinical trials network.The **Division of Hematology and Oncology** currently includes over 75 physicians and advanced practice professionals at 15 practice sites across our multi-state network. The Institute is committed to delivering cancer care closer to home and will continue to develop our capacity to provide local care in conjunction with over 900 community partners. Examples of our innovative, patient centered approach include nationally recognized programs such as Mobile Cancer Screening Program (Bonnie’s Bus and LUCAS)Build your legacy as you serve, teach, learn, and make a difference from day one. To learn more, visit and apply online at:For additional information for questions, please contact Karen-Marie Johnson:[e-mail] Virginia University & University Health Associates are an AA/EO employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran – and WVU is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity.**JR26-34844****Scheduled Weekly Hours:**40**Shift:****Exempt/Non-Exempt:**United States of America (Exempt)**Company:**UHA University Health Associates**Cost Center:**8065 UHA Cancer Medicine Hematology Oncology**Address:**4605 Maccorkle Ave SWSouth CharlestonWest Virginia**Equal Opportunity Employer**University Health Associates and its subsidiaries (collectively "UHA") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. 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