Hematology Oncology Physician Opportunity at Lexington Health - South Carolina

Job Description

Job Description

Our organization is in search of a talented Hematologist/Oncologist with substantial clinical expertise to initiate and grow a new practice in the Northeast region of Columbia, SC.

This role presents a remarkable chance for a proactive and clinically proficient medical oncologist who has experience in a collaborative, patient-focused, and expanding setting.

• The weekly schedule will involve a combination of overseeing the outpatient clinic and managing the infusion suite.

• Engagement in clinical research is encouraged, with all physicians participating in at least one trial.

• Involvement in weekly tumor conferences that include radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, and pathologists.

• Support from oncology-trained Advanced Practice Providers (APP).

• On-call duties will follow an approximate 1:11 rotation.

• A cutting-edge facility spanning 18,000 square feet.

• A dedicated oncology pharmacy certified under USP 800 standards.

• Onsite laboratory processing and a suite with 16 infusion chairs.

• Access to patient navigation, oncology dietitian, social work, and genetic counseling services, both remotely and onsite.

Our organization has partnered with a prominent cancer network to provide patients with access to clinical trials through a research and education agreement.

Our oncology program has received recognition from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer as a Cancer Center of Excellence, being one of only five hospitals in South Carolina and the sole facility in the Midlands to achieve Quality Oncology Practice Initiative certification . We prioritize patient care and satisfaction, consistently ranking in the top 15% nationally.

We are dedicated to providing quality, cost-effective benefits for our employees and their families. Competitive Benefits Starting Day ONE:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

• Retirement and Savings Plans.

• 24/7 Live Epic EMR Support from our onsite team.

• Relocation Assistance and Sign-On Bonus.

• Annual CME Allowance.

• Occurrence-based Malpractice Insurance.

• Life, Accidental, and Critical Illness Insurance.

• Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability (after 90 days).

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

• Daycare Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

• 529 College Savings Plans.

• Adoption Assistance.

• Dependent Life Insurance.

• Onsite Child Care Center.

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer.

• Health Directions Gym Membership.

• Employee Discounts and Services.

Additionally, all new physicians within our network receive a tailored marketing plan aimed at introducing them to local patients and supporting the growth of their practice.

We are a comprehensive healthcare network that encompasses six community medical and urgent care centers, nearly 80 physician practices, and over 9,000 healthcare professionals, including a 607-bed teaching hospital located in West Columbia, South Carolina. Recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare, we were the first in the state to achieve Magnet with Distinction status for excellence in nursing care. Consistently ranked among the best in the Columbia Metro area by U.S. News & World Report, we deliver over 4,000 births annually and perform more than 34,000 surgeries each year, making us the third-largest employer in the region.

Our network also features an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, the state's first HeartCARE Center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, and an Alzheimer’s care center. Our postgraduate medical education programs include family medicine and transitional year residencies, along with an informatics fellowship.

• Close proximity to the scenic Lake Murray.

• Affordable Cost of Living.

• Annual average temperature of 68 degrees in December.

• Lexington County is among the fastest-growing regions in South Carolina.

• Family-friendly environment with some of the best school districts in the state.

Situated in the heart of South Carolina, Columbia offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity. With a vibrant food and drink scene, shopping, festivals, and family-friendly attractions, Columbia has something for everyone. Nestled along the Congaree River, the city provides a variety of outdoor recreational activities, a premier international art museum, an award-winning children’s museum, a zoo and garden, as well as Division 1 sports, making Columbia an ideal place to live, work, and enjoy life.

For further information about our Cancer Center, please visit our website. To learn more about our organization and the services we offer, check our main site. For details regarding provider opportunities, benefits, and our community, please explore our provider recruitment site.