Open Rank - Melanoma Medical Oncology

University of Texas M.D. Anderson • Houston, TX

289d • $287,044 - $508,649

About The Position

The Department of Melanoma Medical Oncology (MMO) at The University of MD Anderson Cancer Center invites applicants for a full-time clinical appointment at the level of assistant, associate, or full professor. MMO includes faculty and staff involved in patient care and clinical, translational, and basic research focused on advancing knowledge and improving the outcomes of patients with melanoma. MMO is also committed to educating the next generation of leaders in this field through the Melanoma Medical Oncology Fellowship Program, Division of Cancer Medicine Hematology/Oncology Fellowship Program, and weekly departmental meetings and seminars. The final rank of this appointment will be commensurate with the successful applicant's qualifications. We are seeking a highly motivated physician who has expertise in medical oncology, ideally with interest and experience in melanoma.

Requirements

• Expertise in medical oncology, ideally with interest and experience in melanoma.
• Ability to synthesize a myriad of information about the area of research.
• Capability to provide complete and thorough history and physical patient examinations.
• Ability to perform invasive procedures as dictated by the physician's subspecialty.

Responsibilities

• Serve on institutional committees as requested by attending appropriate meetings.
• Provide clinical expertise in patient care management and an appropriate research and teaching environment for medical fellows and residents.
• Attend and participate in Division/Department teaching and continuing education conferences.
• Serve as mentor/advisor for research and clinical trainees.
• Actively engage in clinical research and scholarly activity to enhance the academic environment of the Department.
• Develop programs of clinical research and scholarly activities in keeping with the goals of the Department.
• Represent the Department of Melanoma Medical Oncology in local, regional, state, and national matters about the field of medical oncology.
• Practice internal medicine and medical oncology in an exemplary manner.
• Develop and maintain a clinical practice for patients referred to the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
• Provide physician staffing for the appropriate clinic at a level commensurate with the level of training and experience.
• Complete patient documentation for medical records with content and timeliness required by institutional policy.
• Correspond in appropriate fashion with referring physicians regarding patient care.
• Maintain excellence in current preventive patient management and therapeutic care through continuing education.
• Provide timely and appropriate follow-up consultation in accordance with institutional policy.
• Serve as a role model in the Department of Melanoma Medical Oncology for all faculty, fellows, residents, students, and staff.
• Provide peer review for assessing the clinical and research practices of faculty within the department.
• Effectively represent the Department and institution in local, regional, state, national, and international affairs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Wellness programs
• Time off
• Savings and retirement benefits
• Relocation support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees