Division Chief of Hematology Oncology - Full Time Academic

Overview:


We are seeking a Division Chief of Hematology Oncology to lead the medical oncology division at Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport and LSU Health Sciences Center - Shreveport. The successful candidate will have both clinical and research focuses, with strong administrative, clinical, and teaching skills. The Division Chief will be responsible for coordinating and integrating the core mission areas with the Feist-Weiller Cancer Center and the Cancer Service Line, across the breadth of the Northwest Louisiana region.
Responsibilities:

* Be accountable for the physician and clinical operations, program development specific to medical oncology and oversee the medical oncology division

* Work in clinics in medical oncology with disease-specific subspecialty emphasis four days/week

* Be committed to providing multi-disciplinary approach to provision of patient care

* Participate in call as required for patient care

* Teach fellow, residents, and medical students as part of the hematology/oncology faculty

* Attend tumor boards as indicated, as well as attend tumor boards for other specialties at MCI

* Perform outreach to community physicians to develop relationships that will generate referrals

Qualifications:

* Board certified in medical oncology/hematology

* Minimum of 5-7 years of experience practicing as a medical oncologist or hematologist

* Previous administrative experience required

* Research experience with national funding preferred

* Ability to motivate and lead a division towards improved research productivity by mentorship and teamwork

Benefits:

* Salary commensurate with experience and training

* Generous Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

* Life Insurance

* Long-Term Disability Insurance

* Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

* Flexible Spending Account

* Optional Retirement Plans