Excellent Hematology Oncology Physician Opportunity!

Known for its outdoor activities and close proximity to the Potomac River, Martinsburg, WV is located approximately 75 miles Northwest of Washington DC and approximately 85 miles Northwest of Baltimore, Maryland. Martinsburg is one of the fastest growing cities in the state.

At the Martinsburg VA Medical Center, we offer a comprehensive range of services, including internal medicine, ambulatory surgery, audiology and speech pathology, dental, nursing home, nutrition, podiatry, prosthetics, women's health, mental health and rehabilitation medicine. Patient care is provided through an integrated primary care concept, and each veteran is assigned to a team of health care providers that follows the patient's care both as an inpatient and outpatient. 

The Martinsburg VA Medical Center is seeking a Full-time Hematology Oncologist physician The physician is withing the Specialty Care Medical Service and directly accountable to the Hematology Oncology Supervisor . 

Duties:

• Physician's clinical activity shall be a function of the VAMC Executive Committee of the Medical Staff clinical privileging process.

• Provides direct hands-on patient care including evaluation and treatment of the hematology/oncology patients, determination whether patients need to be admitted to the hospital or managed in the outpatient setting, and management of chronic disease.

• Comprehensive initial medical/psychosocial history and physical examination.

• Order appropriate diagnostic tests and work-up.

• Review and interpret diagnostic tests and take appropriate action.

• Formulate and record diagnostic impressions.

• Refer patients with appropriate consultations both within the VA and in the community.

• Provide clinical guidance to patients, families and other heath care providers over the phone, secure messaging or through the mail to coordinate health care, educate and give advice.

• Ensure accurate documentation of medical assessments, interactions and observations.

• Responsible for supervising and teaching medical residents and students.

• May be required to oversee mid-level practitioners, such as nurse practitioners or physician assistants.

• Enter orders into CPRS for medications, consults, testing etc.

• Establishes inter-personal and intra-departmental relationships to enhance optimal patient care.

• Demonstrates competent and effective oral and written communication and provides appropriate patient/family member teaching and education.

• Maintains familiarity and compliance with hospital infection prevention policies and procedures, ensuring the use of antiseptic methods of all in-clinic procedures.

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or Chief of Specialty Care Medicine.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am -4:30pm 

Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases
Paid Time Off: 50–55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 days paid absence for CME)
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory
CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification)
Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided
Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.

• Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed.

• Current, full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.

• Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training, approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification.

• Proficiency in spoken and written English

Preferred Experience: Board Certified in Hematology and Oncology

Benefits: Whether you're interested in academics, research, or a better work/life balance, you'll find the VA has a lot to offer, including the unmatched satisfaction you'll get from caring for those who have served our country. In addition to competitive pay and FREE liability protection, the VA also offers a robust benefit plan that includes:

• 208 hours paid annual (vacation/personal) leave

• 104 hours paid sick leave each year (with unlimited carryover)

• 11 Federal holidays per year with pay

• 40 hours paid absence to attend approved CME courses

Insurance:

• Health Insurance

• Dental & Vision

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Term life insurance, family, and additional coverage options

• Long-term care insurance is available as an option

Federal Retirement Plan:

VA employees are covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan composed of:

• FERS-FRAE basic benefits (pension)

• Social Security benefits

• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which is a 401K-type plan