Hematologist-Oncologist

The Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System is seeking a passionate Hematologist-Oncologist at the Pensacola VA Medical Center to provide comprehensive, high-quality care to Veterans. In this role, you will deliver expert consultation and treatment in both inpatient and outpatient settings, supported by a modern, well-equipped facility and a collaborative team. Physicians joining our team enjoy competitive federal benefits, robust work-life balance, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on our nation's heroes.

Practice Info

• Pensacola VA Medical Center
• Inpatient and outpatient clinical settings including specific H/O clinics, H/O procedures, and inpatient medical, surgical, and critical care services
• Consultative evaluations for other services, including general medical wards, surgical wards, and the emergency department

Shift & Schedule

• Permanent full-time position with flexible scheduling based on facility needs

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, consult, and order appropriate diagnostic studies and treatments for all H/O patients assigned under care
• Provide consultative evaluations for other services, including general medical wards, surgical wards, and the emergency department
• Perform administrative functions and other tasks as assigned by the Chief of the Medicine Service
• Provide patient care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for the promotion of health and treatment of critical illnesses
• Adhere to stated policies and provide timely documentation of clinical notes
• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients referred to the H/O Section with pharmacologic, nonpharmacologic, and procedure-based therapies
• Attend required staff meetings, communicate up and down the chain of command, and help prepare heads-up and issue briefs related to adverse patient outcomes
• Maintain involvement in matters concerning clinic productivity, relevant performance measures, Quality and Patient Safety oversight, and process improvements

Compensation

• Salary from $300,000 to $400,000
• Possible relocation incentive for highly qualified candidates

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off: 50-55 days per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays, and possible 5-day paid absence for CME)
• Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP)
• Up to $1,000 per year reimbursement for CME
• No Physician Employment Contract and minimal restriction on moonlighting
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, life, vision, dental, and long-term care insurance
• Up to 12 weeks of paid paternity/maternity leave
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Opportunity to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years of service with federal employers

Qualifications

• Board-certified (must be full-intent/full-time with board certification for specific CME reimbursement)
• Approved by the Professional Standards Board for exact privileges and procedures
• No visa sponsorship available