Hematologist Opportunity - Poughkeepsie, New York (75 Minutes North of NYC)

Vassar Brothers Medical Center , located in Poughkeepsie, New York, just 75 minutes north of New York City, is seeking an academically-oriented Hematologist (both classical and malignant hematology). This position will focus on treating patients with hematologic malignancies but will also oversee evaluation of treatment of patients with classical hematology conditions, with advanced practitioner support. Our Cancer Institute is growing rapidly as we are expanding our clinical trial portfolio and positioning ourselves to be a destination cancer program in this region. The ideal candidate will be board certified/eligible in hematology and have post-fellowship experience and/or hematology focused training.

***$50,000 Sign on bonus/retention package plus relocation allowance is available for full time candidates.*** 

Vassar Brothers Medical Center provides our hospital systems and multi-specialty practice with tertiary oncology services and is accredited by The American College of Surgeons as a Comprehensive Community Cancer Program. Vassar has many of the key elements of a comprehensive oncology service line in place, including state-of-the-art radiation oncology and Surgical specialty services in Breast, Thoracic, Gastrointestinal, Gynecologic, Genitourinary Oncology and Hepatobiliary Surgery. Nurse navigation, Genetic counseling and screening are available onsite. There is ample opportunity to pursue research and clinical trials.

At the Nuvance Health Cancer Institute, our multidisciplinary Tumor Boards bring together a diverse team of specialists to collaboratively analyze complex patient cases to develop personalized, evidence-based treatment plans. Our robust clinical trials program provides patients early access to innovative therapies. This is further bolstered by the Rudy L. Ruggles Biomedical Research Institute, which conducts translational cancer research, bringing breakthroughs from the lab directly to the bedside to improve patient care and advance community health.

Located on the banks of the scenic Hudson River, Vassar Brothers Medical Center has a new 752,000 square-foot, eight-level inpatient pavilion with 263 private medical/surgical patient rooms and 30 critical care rooms. Vassar provides the leading acute and critical emergency care in the region, including Level II Trauma Service and Interventional Neuroradiology. Vassar has established centers of excellence in cardiac services, neurosciences, cancer care, and women’s health. Vassar is consistently ranked as one of the strongest cardiac programs in the United States and one of the Top 100 Heart Hospitals by Modern HealthCare Magazine.

Job Highlights:

· Beautiful suburban location with easy train access to New York City

· Employed position with a highly competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits

· Generous allowances for CMEs, dues, and relocation assistance

· Collegial environment with excellent work life balance

· Growing hospital system with ACGME-accredited residencies

· State-of-the-art patient pavilions

The Hudson Valley of New York boasts a terrific quality of life. From hiking, biking, and boating, to cafes, art galleries, and local farmers markets, this beautiful suburban location offers endless ways to spend your leisure time. Excellent housing and outstanding schools can be found throughout the region. The Mid-Hudson Valley is also home to many fine colleges and universities, including Vassar College, Bard College, Marist College, SUNY New Paltz, and the Culinary Institute of America. Only 75 minutes north of New York City, the area offers easy commuter access to the city via Metro North and Amtrak rail lines. Our vibrant cities and picturesque villages interweave culture, history and recreation in one of the country's most livable locations.

Compensation: $400,000-$600,000/ per year relative to experience and position.

Nuvance Health has proudly joined Northwell Health. Northwell Health  is New York State’s largest health care provider and private employer, with 28 hospitals, 1000+ outpatient facilities, and more than 16,600 affiliated physicians. We care for over two million people annually in the New York metro area and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Our 104,000+ employees - 22,000+ nurses and 5,000+ employed doctors, including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners – are working to change health care for the better. We’re making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research and training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell. Our professionals are relentless about staying ahead of the latest clinical trials and research, partnering with our own Feinstein Institute and other world-renowned institutions.

  We are a Section 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and therefore eligible employees may qualify for forgiveness of certain federal student loans under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. 

EOE D/V

To apply, please e-mail your interest and CV to