Hematology and Oncology Physician

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program that may provide up to $200,000 over a period of one to five years. Applicants must meet VHA policy eligibility requirements and submit an EDRP application within four months of appointment.

Qualifications

• United States citizenship (non‑citizens may be considered only if qualified citizens cannot be recruited).
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or equivalent degree from an allopathic or osteopathic medical school approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
• Current full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in the United States (or its territories/Census Divisions).
• Completed residency training in an accredited core specialty program leading to board certification, OR
  • one year of post‑medical‑school training approved by ACGME/AOA followed by two years of independent practice, OR
  • non‑US residency training followed by a minimum of three years of verified independent practice in the U.S.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Physical ability to lift 15–44 pounds, carry 15–44 pounds, and stand or walk for up to 5 hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary and specialty care to patients with active cancer or hematologic disease in continuity and new‑referral outpatient clinics.
• Supervise inpatient and outpatient chemotherapy and infusion procedures.
• Perform bone‑marrow aspirates and biopsies.
• Participate in and lead oncology conferences and multidisciplinary tumor boards.
• Oversee hematology/oncology fellows (including those from Kansas University Medical Center).
• Contribute to clinical trials, including principal investigator duties for SWOG and other industry‑sponsored studies.
• Ensure compliance with institutional review board (IRB) regulations and other regulatory requirements.
• Engage in administrative and educational functions within the Hematology/Oncology Section as applicable.
• Work a part‑time schedule of 24 hours per week, Monday to Friday; potential to transition to full time as discussed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonus.
• Recruitment incentives: Sign‑on bonus, relocation assistance, and EDRP participation.
• Paid time off: 50–55 days per year (including annual leave, sick leave, and federal holidays). Additional paid CME days may be granted.
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5‑year vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5% matching.
• Comprehensive federal insurance coverage, including health, vision, dental, term life, and long‑term care.
• Professional liability protection with tail coverage.
• No employment contract restrictions on moonlighting.