Overview Join Our Distinguished Team as Section Chief, Hematology/Oncology Physician at the VA Central California Health Care System in Fresno, CA! Are you driven by a passion for hematology/oncology and a commitment to serving our nation's heroes? The VA Central California Health Care System in Fresno, CA invites you to lead our exceptional team in delivering high-quality cancer care to veterans. Located in the heart of California’s stunning San Joaquin Valley, you'll find a rewarding career and a vibrant community to call home. Role Overview The Section Chief, Hematology/Oncology provides administrative, programmatic, and clinical leadership to ensure the achievement of clinical, research, and educational goals in the field of hematology and oncology. Reporting to the Chief of Medicine, the Section Chief serves as a key clinical leader within the medical center. Responsibilities Clinical Leadership: Oversee the delivery of comprehensive hematology and oncology services, including outpatient and inpatient care, infusion services, and consultative services. Provide leadership, guidance, and direction to the Hematology/Oncology team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment. Veteran-Centered Care: Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care with an emphasis on health maintenance, disease prevention, patient education, and the management of hematologic and oncologic disorders. Promote shared decision-making with veterans and their families to achieve optimal health outcomes. Administrative Duties: Implement and oversee policies and procedures to ensure high standards of care within the Hematology/Oncology Section. Manage the operational aspects of the section, including staffing, budget, and resource allocation. Quality Improvement: Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives and projects. Utilize various quality measurement tools to monitor and improve clinical performance and patient outcomes. Educational and Research Activities: Support and contribute to the educational mission by mentoring and providing guidance to residents, fellows, and medical students. Encourage and engage in research activities to advance the field of hematology and oncology. Healthcare Coordination: Collaborate with other healthcare providers to develop individualized treatment plans for veterans. Coordinate care involving specialty services and ensure comprehensive healthcare delivery. Use of Technology: Utilize the VA's electronic medical record system for documentation, ordering of tests, and communication with patients and healthcare team members. Compensation and Benefits Salary: Competitive salary range of $325,000 to $365,000 annually. Performance Bonus: Additional performance-based incentives. Recruitment Incentive: Attractive recruitment incentive to help ease your transition into the role. Annual Cost of Living Increase: Adjustments to keep your salary competitive with inflation. Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits with multiple plan options. Retirement Benefits: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) with pension, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with employer matching up to 5%, and Social Security. Paid Time Off: 26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 federal holidays per year, and up to 5 days for CME attendance. Life Insurance: FEGLI coverage. Malpractice Liability Protection: Free liability protection with tail coverage. Continuing Medical Education (CME): Reimbursement for CME expenses. Additional Information Work-Life Balance and Supportive Workplace: Flexible scheduling and a collaborative culture to support leadership excellence. Commitment to Innovation and Excellence: VA-wide focus on research, innovation, and high-quality patient care. Mission-Driven Role: Lead a critical service for veterans and contribute to their well-being. Contact For additional information or to connect with our Human Resources team, please contact #J-18808-Ljbffr