Section Chief, Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Augusta University; Augusta (GA); Sur place; USD 190 000 - 280 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition Assistance Program

Promotion and tenure review every five years

Tuition waiver

Wellness options

Retirement plans

Résumé du poste

A prominent educational institution in Georgia is seeking a Section Chief for Pediatric Hematology and Oncology. The ideal candidate will lead the division, emphasizing strong research and teaching capabilities. A board-certified MD/DO with leadership experience is essential. This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits and the chance to shape future healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• At least five years experience at rank for Associate Professor.
• At least five years at rank of Associate Professor for Professor level.
• CPR certification required.

Responsabilités

• Oversee Faculty Members and manage division operations.
• Identify opportunities for growth in clinical programs.
• Ensure compliance with clinical practice standards.
• Develop individual faculty development plans and conduct annual performance reviews with written feedback.
• Monitor academic progress of divisional faculty and manage fund sources with fiscal responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with clinical practice billing and documentation rules and regulations.
• Oversee delivery of clinical care to meet accepted quality standards and maximize patient access.
• Maintain on-call and ambulatory schedules; ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory agencies.
• Provide high-quality, comprehensive pediatric care to improve quality, safety, and patient satisfaction.
• Participate in assigned clinical duties, including on-call coverage, with other division faculty.
• Meet all OPPE metrics and achieve productivity targets.
• Foster professional relationships and build referral patterns with Augusta University and external physicians; provide prompt feedback to referring physicians.
• Provide education and supervision to residents, medical students, and staff; participate in didactics.
• Attend required Grand Rounds and faculty meetings; maintain teaching evaluation scores at or above department mean.

Connaissances

Leadership skills

Research program development

Teaching ability

Clinical governance

Formation

MD/DO/MBBS degree

Board certified in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

Description du poste

Section Chief, Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Position: Associate Professor or Professor. Augusta University's Medical College of Georgia, Department of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology seeks a faculty member to serve as Section Chief. The successful candidate will have an outstanding research program (basic-science or clinical/translational) relevant to Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and a strong interest in resident teaching. A mid-career candidate with leadership skills to grow the division and build a pediatric cellular therapeutics/transplant program is ideal. This position is not on a tenure track.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Division Chief for Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and oversee Faculty Members, Physician Extenders, and Administrative Staff.
• Identify opportunities for growth in clinical, research, and educational programs.
• Develop division-specific research/scholarship, educational, and clinical goals; monitor progress toward these goals.
• Develop individual faculty development plans and conduct annual performance reviews with written feedback.
• Monitor academic progress of divisional faculty and manage fund sources with fiscal responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with clinical practice billing and documentation rules and regulations.
• Oversee delivery of clinical care to meet accepted quality standards and maximize patient access.
• Maintain on-call and ambulatory schedules; ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulatory agencies.
• Provide high-quality, comprehensive pediatric care to improve quality, safety, and patient satisfaction.
• Participate in assigned clinical duties, including on-call coverage, with other division faculty.
• Meet all Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation (OPPE) metrics and achieve productivity targets.
• Foster professional relationships and build referral patterns with Augusta University and external physicians; provide prompt feedback to referring physicians.
• Provide education and supervision to residents, medical students, and staff; participate in didactics.
• Attend required Grand Rounds and faculty meetings; maintain teaching evaluation scores at or above department mean.

Required Qualifications

• MD/DO/MBBS degree; board certified in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology; Georgia medical license and federal DEA; CPR certification.
• Associate Professor: mid-level career faculty member with at least five years at rank or equivalent training/experience.
• Professor: senior level faculty member with at least five years at rank of Associate Professor or equivalent.
• USG-wide faculty employment qualifications: evidence of teaching ability, scholarly activity, meeting duties, and desirable personal qualities as assessed during interview and references.

Shift/Salary/Benefits

• Fiscal year-based, full-time position (FTE 1.0).
• Salary determined by education, experience, and achievements; subject to fund availability.
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 13 paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, retirement plans, tuition waiver, wellness options.
• Tuition Assistance Program may be available after 6 months of employment.
• Promotion and tenure occur through annual process (typically every five years); ranks and salaries reviewed at hire based on multiple factors.

College/Department Information

The Medical College of Georgia (MCG) is one of the nation\'s largest medical schools by class size. MCG’s education is anchored on the Augusta campus with regional clinical campuses and multiple four-year campuses statewide. MCG trains about 575 residents and fellows in 50 ACGME-approved programs, and engages in extensive research in cardiovascular biology, cancer, neurosciences, genomics, and more.

About Us

Augusta University is Georgia\'s innovation center for education and health care, with campuses across the state. Our mission and values are described on the university site. USG values include Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Freedom of Expression is supported as outlined in USG policies.

Location

Health Sciences Campus, 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates must pass a background check. Additional checks may apply (credit check for positions of trust; motor vehicle records if driving university vehicles). For faculty hires, original transcripts and credential evaluations for foreign-trained candidates may be required. All employees must protect sensitive information and comply with cybersecurity and privacy policies.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply

Apply online at https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/#job-portals. Upload your Curriculum Vitae, Research Statement, and Professional References as a single document. Email your cover letter and CV to Caldwell Partners search firm at [e-mail].

Other Information

This position includes promoting a patient- and family-centered care environment and maintaining a tobacco-free campus.