Pediatric Neuro-Oncologist

Tulane University • New Orleans, LA

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About The Position

The Tulane University School of Medicine, in partnership with Manning Family Children's, the leading Pediatric academic medical center in the region, is seeking a Pediatric Neuro-Oncologist to join our expanding Pediatric Hematology-Oncology team. This is a unique opportunity to care for children with CNS tumors in a multidisciplinary environment, to engage in research, and to contribute to the growth of the premier Pediatric Neuro-Oncology and Hematology-Oncology program in Louisiana. There are opportunities for translational and clinical research studies, and involvement in pharmaceutical, cellular therapy, and gene therapy trials. The prospective candidate will join our team of 11 pediatric hematologist-oncologists, variously appointed by Tulane University and/or LSU Health Sciences Center, 5 APPs, 2 oncology pharmacists, 2 social workers and dedicated child life specialists. A Pediatric Hematology-Oncology fellowship program is administered by LSUHSC. The ideal candidate will be Board Certified/Board Eligible in Pediatric Hematology & Oncology with completion of a one-year Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Fellowship or broad clinical experience in Pediatric Neuro-Oncology. We are actively involved in Children's Oncology Group (COG), Alliance Cancer Trials, and other cooperative networks. Candidates with interest in health equity, clinical innovation, and program building are highly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

• Board certified/eligible in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology.
• Completion of a one-year Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Fellowship or broad clinical experience in Pediatric Neuro-Oncology.
• Licensed to practice medicine in Louisiana by the start date.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Outstanding patient care skills.
• Strong desire to share knowledge with students and residents.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in health equity.
• Interest in clinical innovation.
• Interest in program building.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical care for children and adolescents with primary brain and spinal cord tumors.
• Provide inpatient coverage of the pediatric hematology oncology service (24 hematology-oncology beds).
• Work collaboratively with pediatric neurosurgery, radiation oncology, neuroradiology, and palliative care to deliver comprehensive multidisciplinary care.
• Participate in pediatric tumor boards and institutional clinical trial efforts.
• Educate and mentor medical students, residents, and Pediatric hematology oncology fellows as part of Tulane University and LSUHSC's academic mission.
• Engage in scholarly activity, including clinical or translational research in Pediatric neuro-oncology.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and help expand access to neuro-oncology services across the Gulf South region.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
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