Physician- Hematology/Oncology

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive total rewards package

Education Debt Reduction Program

Paid Time Off

Federal pension and 401(k) plan

CME reimbursement

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Oklahoma City is seeking a qualified Staff Physician in Hematology/Oncology. This role involves providing clinical care, overseeing the education of medical trainees, and participating in facility programs. Applicants must have a medical degree, board certification in Oncology, and proficiency in English. The position includes a comprehensive total rewards package, including potential recruitment incentives and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or meet specific recruitment policies.
• Current, unrestricted medical license is required.
• Must have completed residency training in an accredited program.
• Physical exams and evaluations are necessary for eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care in Hematology and Oncology.
• Oversee education for residents and medical students.
• Participate in committees and select new staff as needed.
• Deliver quality patient-centered care for diverse adult age groups.

Skills

Proficiency in spoken and written English

Board certified/eligible in medical Oncology

Board certification/eligibility in Hematology

Education

Degree of doctor of medicine or equivalent

Job description

Summary

The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information, refer to Required Documents below. Your full resume/CV may be uploaded without page limitation into the 'Other' document upload field. This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position you must meet the basic requirements and any additional requirements listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physicians in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.

Basic Requirements

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
• Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine
• The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed
• Current - full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State - Territory - or Commonwealth of the United States - or in the District of Columbia
• Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training - approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification
• Approved residencies are: (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) - b) OR [(2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) -OR (3) Other residencies (non-US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States) - which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences
• Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs)
• PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e. - not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee-basis
• PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged
• They are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision
• Additionally, surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs
• Proficiency in spoken and written English
• Board certified/eligible in medical Oncology required
• Board certification/eligibility in Hematology preferred but not required
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
• Physical Requirements: Per VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - a physical examination will be conducted based on the physical requirements of the position
• A physical examination prior to placement is required
• Long periods of standing or walking in the operating room setting and outpatient clinic will be encountered
• The mental/sensory requirements include recall - reasoning - problem-solving - hearing - speaking clearly - writing legibly - reading - and logical thinking
• The environment's pace can vary from steady to a sometimes-fast pace requiring handling of multiple priorities - frequent - sometimes intense customer interactions - and the ability to adapt to frequent changes in a sometimes-noisy environment

Duties

• At the Oklahoma VA Health Care System – we provide a comprehensive range of techniques for cancer prevention – diagnosis – and treatment
• The Staff Physician – Hematology/Oncology’s primary role is to provide clinical care in Hematology and Oncology and to oversee the education of Fellows, Residents, and Medical Students within his/her practice area
• Administrative: Provide guidance and supervision for the medical students and residents (interns – residents – and/or fellows) assigned to General Medicine House Service/subspecialty services and clinics according to facility standards when assigned to do so by the Chief – Medical Service
• Participate in and attend medical center committees as assigned by the Section Chief and/or Chief Medical Service and in his/her absence when requested
• Participate in the selection of new staff when requested
• Prepare for promotions and recognition of outstanding performance of staff he/she collaborates with and/or supervises if applicable
• Revise work schedules and assignments to meet frequent – abrupt – and unpredictable changes in prescribed workloads and deadlines to meet patient care – healthcare – and agency needs
• Follow agency and Service level expectations for time/attendance and modification of clinical duties for planned leave
• Participate in various facility programs designed to enhance and improve the delivery of patient care services – such as Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) teams – as assigned by Section Chief and/or Chief of Medical Service
• Provide quality patient-centered care to both inpatients and outpatients for adults age 18-65 and older adults age 65+ as assigned by Chief – Medical Service
• Has approved clinical privileges in Hematology and Oncology and all areas required to carry out the duties of his/her assignments/responsibilities within Medical Services
• Maintains required mandatory training for privileges
• Demonstrate sound decision-making skills – both clinical and administrative – which bring credit to the profession and serve to enhance the distinctive and contributory role of physicians
• Consistently demonstrate expertise in diagnosing and treating seriously ill – multi-symptomatic patients when clinical assignments so dictate
• Complete all medical record documentation – encounters – and trainee supervision attestations in the electronic medical record within prescribed timeframes
• Develop the initial plan of care and update the plan – serving as a resource person to less experienced staff – and acts as a leader in developing standards of care
• Academic: Participate in the formal education of residents and medical students by presenting teaching rounds – lectures – conferences – etc
• Participate in grading sessions for medical students and GME trainees assigned to their services
• Demonstrate and train medical trainees (Students/Residents/Fellows) in medical procedures that are required to provide optimal patient care appropriate to their expertise
• Assist in the development and implementation of education and training programs for medical students and residents rotating through the Medical Service’s accountable Clinical Services

Benefits and Compensation

• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package
• VHA Physician Total Rewards
• Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus) may be approved to a highly qualified candidate
• Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more
• EDRP Authorized: This position is eligible for EDRP – a student loan payment reimbursement program
• You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of your start date
• 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 complete review of the EDRP application
• Former EDRP Participants are ineligible to apply for the program
• Contact [e-mail] for questions/assistance
• 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 401(k) 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 U.S. 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 through Friday 8:00am-4:30pm