Physician - Hematology/Oncology (Section Chief)

Veterans Health Administration • Fresno, CA

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About The Position

The VA Central California Health Care System is seeking a full-time Physician serving as Section Chief of Hematology/Oncology in the Specialty Care Service. The position oversees the Hematology/Oncology Section in the Medicine Service and its operations in accordance with VA policy. The Section Chief will lead the Anticoagulation Clinic, serve as Associate Program Director and site supervisor for the Hematology/Oncology Fellowship Program, and maintain a faculty appointment with the affiliated University of California, San Francisco (UCSF).

The role combines clinical care and section leadership. The physician provides day-to-day inpatient and outpatient care to Veteran patients; assesses, consults with, and treats hematology and oncology patients; and provides expertise in chemotherapy and related procedures, including bone marrow biopsy and aspiration. The physician also provides medical oversight for the Chemotherapy Infusion Clinic, manages oncology clinical trials, participates in research, and educates and trains residents, fellows, and medical students.

The announcement is open continuously until September 30, 2027. The initial application referral cutoff is November 3, 2026, with subsequent cutoffs every two weeks; eligible applications will otherwise be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates considered as vacancies arise.

The VA lists a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases, 50–55 days of paid time off per year (including annual and sick leave, federal holidays, and possible CME leave), federal pension and 401(k), federal insurance programs, possible CME reimbursement, free malpractice liability protection with tail coverage, and authorized recruitment or relocation incentives. No Physician Employment Contract is offered, and there is no significant restriction on moonlighting.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship, except that non-citizens may be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited in accordance with VA policy.
• Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree in allopathic or osteopathic medicine from an appropriately approved or accredited institution.
• Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a U.S. state, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.
• Completion of qualifying residency training in an accredited core specialty program leading to board-certification eligibility, or qualifying alternative training and independent-practice experience as specified in the announcement.
• Board certified or board eligible in Hematology/Oncology.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Meet applicable employment conditions, including background/security investigation, drug testing for testing-designated positions, TB testing and immunization evaluations, and seasonal influenza vaccination.
• Meet the stated physical requirements, including lifting 15–44 pounds; pushing; reaching above shoulder; use of fingers and both hands; walking, standing, and kneeling; rapid mental and muscular coordination; depth perception; and ability to distinguish basic colors and shades.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations within the Hematology/Oncology Clinic and section in accordance with VA policy.
• Lead the Anticoagulation Clinic.
• Oversee and manage oncology clinical trials.
• Serve as Associate Program Director and site supervisor for the Hematology/Oncology Fellowship Program.
• Supervise Hematology and Oncology staff and promote their professional development.
• Participate in hiring and staff selection, ensuring candidates meet applicable VA and academic affiliation requirements.
• Provide day-to-day inpatient and outpatient care to Veteran patients.
• Assess, consult, and treat hematology and oncology patients.
• Provide expertise in chemotherapy and hematology/oncology procedures, including bone marrow biopsy and aspiration.
• Provide medical oversight for the Chemotherapy Infusion Clinic.
• Participate in research and clinical trials.
• Educate and train residents, fellows, and other medical students.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Authorized recruitment or relocation incentive (sign-on bonus).
• Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, and regular salary increases.
• 50–55 days of paid time off per year, including annual leave, sick leave, federal holidays, and possible paid CME absence.
• Traditional federal pension and federal 401(k), with up to 5% in VA contributions.
• Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance; many programs can be carried into retirement.
• Possible $1,000 per year CME reimbursement for full-time physicians with board certification.
• Free malpractice liability protection with tail coverage.
• No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree