Description

Staff Physician (Oncology Hospitalist) – Pediatric Hematology, Oncology and BMT

The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Phoenix Children’s seeks a full time, board-certified or
board-eligible pediatric hematologist/oncologist. The candidate will be joining our vibrant and growing division as an attending oncology hospitalist in the Section of Oncology Hospitalist Medicine. Our pediatric oncology hospitalists cover daytime and overnight hospitalist shifts and perform procedures for inpatients. Staff members are actively involved in clinical, research and educational projects.

Academic appointments are through the University of Arizona-College of Medicine Phoenix, Mayo Clinic Arizona, and Creighton University.

Position Summary and General Responsibilities:

Primary daytime clinical responsibilities include overseeing medical management of patients  admitted for chemotherapy administration alongside a comprehensive team consisting of advance practice providers, dietician, and a chemotherapy pharmacist. The hospitalist will also perform routine procedures, such as bone marrow aspirates, biopsies, and lumbar punctures. During overnight rotations, our hospitalist attendings care for all patients admitted to the inpatient services (hematology, oncology, chemotherapy, BMT), addressing all patient care questions and clinical concerns, including new admissions, transfers, and urgent consults. Our hospitalists oversee and staff pediatric residents for all admitted patients and new admissions. The hospitalist will be available for clinical instruction and discussion with resident and fellow trainees as well as inpatient nursing staff.

About Our Program:

The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Phoenix Children’s sees on average over 370 new oncology patients per year and has additional active clinical and laboratory research programs in oncology, neuro-oncology, survivorship, hemophilia, and phase I/phase II investigational drug
development. Our ACGME approved fellowship program in pediatric hematology/oncology is approved for 3 fellows/year and has affiliations with the Mayo Clinic, the Arizona Cancer Center, and the University of Arizona.

CCBD is a designated Center of Excellence at Phoenix Children’s, with two satellite locations, 24 attending physicians, 9 fellows, 15 advanced practice providers and large dedicated support staff
including social workers, nutritionists, child life specialists, psychologist, and mental health therapists.
PCH is one of the largest free-standing pediatric hospitals in the nation with 457 licensed beds. We are a comprehensive tertiary and quaternary care center that also serves as a primary pediatric teaching facility for medical students from the University of Arizona, Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and Creighton University.

Phoenix Children’s is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salary and benefits in a setting supportive of individual and professional growth.

Community Information:

The Greater Phoenix Area is one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the United States, with the desirable combination of a strong economy, low cost of living, and high quality of life. Phoenix has the most land dedicated to parks and preserves of any other major city in the nation. Due to its natural environment and climate, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy walking, running, hiking, biking, golfing, or other outdoor activities year-round. In addition, Phoenix offers outstanding theater, museum, shopping, dining, and top-ranked public and private and charter schooling options.

How to Initiate an Application:

Candidates are kindly asked to submit a CV and cover letter to Raye Jean Becker, Sr. Physician Talent
Acquisition Partner at Phoenix Children’s. Letters of reference may be requested. Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience.

Raye Jean Becker
Sr. Physician Talent Acquisition Partner
Phoenix Children's
rbecker@phoenixchildrens.com
(O) (602)933-1101 - (C) (319)290-2906