Staff Physician- Hematology Oncology

MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Detroit seeks a board-certified physician specializing in Hematology and Medical Oncology. The role involves patient care in both outpatient and inpatient settings, along with responsibilities in teaching and participating in multidisciplinary cancer care. Eligible candidates will receive substantial benefits, including competitive salary, retirement plans, and comprehensive insurance coverage.

Benefits

Paid Time Off: 26 days annual leave

CME Reimbursement: Up to $1,000 annually

Federal health, vision, dental, life, and long-term care insurance

Federal pension and 401K with VA contributions

Free liability coverage with tail coverage

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Current and unrestricted medical license.
• Ability to work under supervision as a resident provider.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients with hematological and oncological disorders.
• Perform bone marrow aspirates and biopsies.
• Teach fellows, residents, medical students, and staff.

Skills

Proficiency in spoken and written English

Ability to perform heavy lifting and other physical activities

Education

Degree of Doctor of Medicine or equivalent

Completion of an approved residency program

Board eligible or certified in Hematology and Medical Oncology

Job description

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. Applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit their EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval, including award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years), is determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services after review of the application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet the basic requirements and any additional requirements listed in the job announcement. Pending completion of training or licensing requirements, applicants may be tentatively selected but cannot be hired until all requirements are met. Current VA-employed physicians who met the initial appointment requirements under previous standards are deemed to meet the basic requirements.

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed if qualified citizens cannot be recruited, per VA Policy.
• Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree from an approved medical school.
• Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the U.S. or its territories.
• Residency Training: Completion of an approved residency program leading to eligibility for board certification, approved by the VA.
• Residents enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited programs eligible for appointment as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs), who must be fully licensed and appointed on an intermittent or fee basis.
• PRPs are not independent practitioners and will perform duties under supervision within a defined scope of practice. Surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Additional Requirement: Board eligible or certified in Hematology and Medical Oncology, as participation in fellow and resident education is expected.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to perform heavy lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, bending, climbing, and other physical activities as specified.

Duties

• Provide care for patients with hematological and oncological disorders in outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Perform bone marrow aspirates and biopsies.
• Teach fellows, residents, medical students, and staff.
• Participate in multidisciplinary cancer care committees.
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-4:30PM, with shared evening, weekend, and on-call duties.

Additional Benefits and Information

• Competitive salary with performance bonuses and regular increases.
• Paid Time Off: 26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays, and possible CME leave.
• Retirement: Federal pension and 401K with VA contributions.
• Insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, life, and long-term care insurance.
• Licensure: One unrestricted license from any US State or territory.
• CME Reimbursement: Up to $1,000 annually for full-time physicians with board certification.
• Malpractice: Free liability coverage with tail coverage.
• Contract: No employment contract or restrictions on moonlighting.
• Facility: John D. Dingell VAMC, a tertiary care facility in Detroit, Michigan, affiliated with Wayne State University School of Medicine, participating in a joint fellowship with Karmanos Cancer Institute.