Pediatric Hematology Oncology - Leukemia and Lymphoma

Job Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist

Our organization is currently looking for a full-time, board-eligible or certified pediatric hematologist/oncologist to join the Leukemia and Lymphoma Section within the Division of Hematology/Oncology and BMT. We are particularly interested in candidates who have a passion for diagnosing and treating hematologic malignancies and are eager to engage in the design and execution of early-phase clinical trials.

The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (CCBD) at our facility treats approximately 400 new oncology patients annually, with over 140 of these being diagnosed with hematologic malignancies. We also have active clinical and research initiatives in areas such as solid tumors, neuro-oncology, hematology, BMT/Cell Therapy, palliative care, and survivorship. The CCBD is a proud participant in various national and international trial consortia, including COG, POETIC, TACL, the Histiocyte Society, and NACHO, and offers phase I and II studies sponsored by industry, as well as investigator-initiated trials.

Our ACGME-accredited pediatric hematology/oncology fellowship program accommodates three fellows each year. There is a strong collaborative relationship with our BMT & Cell Therapy program, which provides essential services for patients needing life-saving hematopoietic stem cell transplants and cellular therapies, including CAR-T cell treatments.

Faculty members will have the opportunity to engage in exceptional clinical and research collaborations with our three academic and clinical partners: the University of Arizona College of Medicine, Creighton University, and the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine. Ideal candidates should demonstrate a commitment to mentoring, program development, and academic productivity, and must be board-eligible or certified by the American Board of Pediatrics in the subspecialty of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. Compensation and academic rank will be aligned with experience.

The CCBD sees around 400 new oncology patients each year and has additional active clinical and laboratory research programs focusing on oncology, neuro-oncology, survivorship, hemophilia, and phase I/II investigational drug development.

Our ACGME-approved fellowship program in pediatric hematology/oncology is designed for three fellows annually and has affiliations with the Mayo Clinic, the Arizona Cancer Center, and the University of Arizona. The BMT program also offers a one-year subspecialty fellowship in bone marrow transplantation and cellular therapy.

As the only freestanding children's hospital in Arizona, our facility features a dedicated wing with 16 HEPA-filtered, positive pressure rooms specifically for immune-compromised patients.

We serve as a comprehensive tertiary and quaternary care center and function as a primary pediatric teaching institution for learners from the University of Arizona, Mayo Clinic Arizona, and Creighton University, offering residency and fellowship programs across multiple specialties.

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer, providing a competitive salary and benefits package in an environment that fosters individual and professional growth. Academic appointments are available through Mayo Clinic Arizona and the University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix.

The staff physician will deliver patient care services and uphold our mission of providing hope, healing, and the highest quality healthcare for children and their families.

Position Responsibilities

• Patient Care Services
  • Deliver patient care services for which the physician is clinically privileged, including but not limited to:
    • Direct patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings
    • Subspecialty consultations and follow-up care
    • Diagnostic and therapeutic services/procedures
    • Urgent/emergent care as required
  • Aim for optimal patient and family-centered care
  • Support hospital patient satisfaction goals and division-specific targets
  • Adhere to divisional patient safety and quality care standards
  • Practice contemporary evidence-based medicine
• Divisional Responsibilities
  • Work towards achieving annual goals and objectives for the physician, division, and hospital
  • Contribute to medical education programs and activities, including:
    • Supervising trainees and allied health professionals in service delivery
    • Conducting teaching rounds, lectures, and conferences for trainees
    • Participating in the education and supervision of trainees and allied health professionals
    • Engaging in postgraduate continuing education activities
  • Support the division's research initiatives and programmatic growth
  • Assist with satellite efforts of the division when appropriate
• Professionalism
  • Treat colleagues, staff, and patients with respect and dignity
  • Foster a safe, cooperative, and professional healthcare environment
  • Support the organization's mission, vision, and values, including family-centered care and clinical excellence
• Additional Activities
  • Assist the Division Chief in liaising with the professional community and public as needed
  • Conduct teaching rounds or conferences outside the organization when beneficial to divisional programs
  • Represent the organization in the medical and business communities professionally
  • Essential physical and mental skills include:
    • Effective communication via telephone, computer, or other devices
    • Ability to perform after-hours or night call responsibilities as necessary
    • Regularly scheduled work hours
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.