Physician- Hematology/Oncology

Summary

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval – award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.

Basic Requirements

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Degree of doctor of medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in medicine or osteopathic medicine.
• The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed.
• Current – full and unrestricted license to practice medicine or surgery in a State – Territory – or Commonwealth of the United States – or in the District of Columbia.
• Residency Training: Physicians must have completed residency training – approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs in an accredited core specialty training program leading to eligibility for board certification.
  • (1) Those approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).
  • (b) OR (2) Those approved by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
  • (3) Other residencies (non‑US residency training programs followed by a minimum of five years of verified practice in the United States) – which the local Medical Staff Executive Committee deems to have provided the applicant with appropriate professional training and believes has exposed the physician to an appropriate range of patient care experiences.
• Residents currently enrolled in ACGME/AOA accredited residency training programs and who would otherwise meet the basic requirements for appointment are eligible to be appointed as "Physician Resident Providers" (PRPs).
• PRPs must be fully licensed physicians (i.e. not a training license) and may only be appointed on an intermittent or fee‑basis.
• PRPs are not considered independent practitioners and will not be privileged.
• Rather – they are to have a "scope of practice" that allows them to perform certain restricted duties under supervision.
• Additionally – surgery residents in gap years may also be appointed as PRPs.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Preferred Experience: Board eligible/board certified and Fellowship training. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard – please visit
• Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.

Duties

• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
  • VHA Physician Total Rewards.
  • Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more.
  • This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan reimbursement program.
    • To participate in the program you must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA Policy 1021 and submit your application within four months of appointment.
      • The final award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) is determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services office.
        • The EDRP Coordinators can be reached at [email protected].
  • Recruitment Incentive (Sign‑on Bonus): Authorized for this recruitment – relocation/recruitment incentive approved.
    • Pay: Competitive salary – annual performance bonus – regular salary increases.
    • Paid Time Off: 50‑55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave – 13 days of sick leave – 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME).
    • Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA.
    • Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement).
    • Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory.
    • CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full‑time with board certification).
    • Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
    • Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.
  • The staff Hematologist/Oncologist will be responsible for – but not limited to the following duties: Provide expert consultation and treatment to patients in the outpatient Hematology/Oncology clinic.
    • As well as provide feedback and consultation with the other services within the Buffalo VA Medical Center.
    • The Physician will evaluate – triage – and prioritize requests from Primary Care providers and others for outpatient hematology/oncology subspecialty consultations.
    • They will obtain medical histories – conduct physical examinations – order and evaluate appropriate laboratory testing – and plan and prescribe treatment for patients.
    • The Hematologist/Oncologist will coordinate medical management and care with Primary Care providers and other medical personnel in a multidisciplinary health care delivery system.
    • The Hematologist/Oncologist will perform administrative tasks as assigned – such as peer reviews and Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluations (OPPE).
    • Provide Hematology/Oncology on‑call services as assigned.
    • Work Schedule: Monday through Friday.
    • 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM – Tour will be discussed during interview process.

Benefits

• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.
• VHA Physician Total Rewards.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment).
• Recruitment Incentive (Sign‑on Bonus).
• Competitive salary – annual performance bonus – regular salary increases.
• Paid Time Off: 50‑55 days of paid time off per year.
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA.
• Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care.
• Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory.
• CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement.
• Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided.
• Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting.

EEO Statement

The VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minority and disabled applicants are encouraged to apply. The VA is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and provides an inclusive environment.