Benign Hematologist

Cancer Center of South Florida•Tampa, FL

About The Position

The Cancer Center of South Florida (CCSF) is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible physician specializing in diagnosing, treating, and managing benign blood disorders, including anemia, clotting and bleeding disorders, and other hematologic conditions. The Hematologist works within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to patients and their families. The position calls for strong clinical judgment, interpersonal skills, continuous learning, and leadership. CCSF physicians are also expected to uphold the organization’s shared values and professional standards. The role includes patient care, clinical quality and efficiency, collaboration with colleagues, community and professional representation, payor relations, and participation in value-based care. The physician also contributes to continuing education, research, quality improvement, protocol development, practice initiatives, and regulatory compliance. Research and administrative duties and their time commitments are specified in the employment agreement. The physician assumes medically integrated dispensing supervision responsibilities when the physician in charge is absent.

Requirements

Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution.
Completion of a residency in internal medicine or a related field.
Fellowship training in hematology or oncology.
Board certification in hematology or oncology; the posting also specifies board certification in internal medicine or board certification or eligibility in medical oncology or hematology.
Active, unrestricted Florida Medical License issued by the Florida Board of Medicine.
Valid DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Knowledge of oncology, hematology, diagnostics, and evidence-based protocols.
Strong critical-thinking and decision-making skills in complex medical situations.
Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, and care teams.
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment while promoting collegiality and mutual respect.
Time-management skills and strong attention to detail.
Ability to demonstrate leadership, integrity, and compliance with medical, ethical, and legal standards.
Knowledge of electronic medical record (EMR) systems.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and treat patients using evidence-based standards of care, and create individualized treatment plans addressing medical and emotional needs.
Communicate compassionately and clearly with patients and families, support shared decision-making, and maintain patient satisfaction through respectful service.
Evaluate patients, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and complete timely documentation of visits, treatment plans, and follow-ups.
Keep current with medical advances and apply best practices; manage patient care responsibilities reliably and efficiently.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, and administrative staff to coordinate comprehensive care.
Participate in tumor boards, case reviews, and care-planning discussions, and contribute constructively to a collegial work culture.
Represent CCSF in patient and physician outreach and build relationships with healthcare providers, business leaders, and civic organizations.
Deliver care aligned with CCSF quality standards and value-based outcomes; maintain professional relationships with payors and contribute to favorable performance data.
Attend scientific meetings, professional conferences, and continuing medical education activities.
Participate in clinical research, quality-improvement projects, and protocol development; publish or present findings where appropriate.
Take leadership roles in professional, civic, or charitable organizations when possible.
Assume medically integrated dispensing supervision responsibilities in the absence of the physician in charge.
Take initiative to address clinical, operational, and organizational challenges and improve workflows, patient experience, and staff collaboration.
Participate in committee work, quality reviews, and special projects that enhance CCSF operations.
Comply with federal and state healthcare laws, CCSF policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines; maintain a valid, unrestricted medical license and promote compliance and accountability.