Asst/Assoc/Professor - Hematology/Oncology Division at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

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Extended Job Title

Asst/Assoc/Professor - Hematology/Oncology Division

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Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Position Description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock Texas is seeking a BC/BE fellowship trained Hematology Oncology physician to join their dynamic practice at the assistant or associate professor level. Prefer strong capabilities in: Benign and malignant hematology, and/or sarcoma, melanoma and head and neck.


The position includes:

• State of the art infusion center with beautiful atrium - 25 chairs, 7 private rooms and 3 procedural rooms


• Newly expanded and remodeled clinic that offers immediate access to other cancer specialists. The hospital is also expanding infusion access to a new location to keep up with city growth to be completed in 2023.


• Strong multidisciplinary disease specific tumor boards in breast cancer, GI, lung and head and neck.


• Multidisciplinary clinics in breast, GI and lung including a lung cancer screening program and high-risk breast clinic.


• Nurse Navigation in breast, lung and GI in addition to a financial navigator.


• Centers of Excellence for Lung and Breast


• Exceptional work life balance - fellows take first call


• Symptom Management Clinic for after hours care of chemo patients available evenings and weekends
  Incorporate clinical, teaching, research and administrative components into your practice.  Opportunities for leadership in the fellowship program. 


• Ability to participate in clinical trials, including opportunities for leadership in research


• Relocation allowance


• Competitive pay models


• Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, vision, life, disability, educational funds and more…


• Outstanding retirement - two wonderful plans to choose from, one of which is the teacher retirement pension plan for the state of Texas

Lubbock, TX is a growing educational, commercial, medical and cultural center with a college-town atmosphere. The metropolitan population is made up of 300K, with a catchment area of 1 million. Lubbockites live in mild seasonal conditions with an average of 267 days of sunshine per year. Residents enjoy an easy-going lifestyle with low housing costs, unique restaurants, cultural centers, a new state of the art performance hall, bars and boutiques, and a drive of less than 25 minutes to anywhere in the city.  Lubbock also has great public and private school systems and over 66 public parks, resulting in a very family-friendly atmosphere.  Access to collegiate sporting events with season ticket discounts for faculty.  Nearby attractions include Caprock Canyons and Palo Duro Canyon which offer hiking, biking and camping opportunities for the outdoor enthusiast.

Requisition ID

27682BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Major/Essential Functions

Rank of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor and applicable salary are dependent upon candidate's qualifications and experience.


Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Inpatient Hem/Onc consult service


• Inpatient Hem/Onc service


• Outpatient Hem/Onc clinic at the UMC Cancer Center 4 half days per week


• Supervising residents and fellows and service in inpatient and outpatient settings


• Provide lectures and conferences for residents, fellows, and medical students


• Conducts and publishes peer reviewed clinical research

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

• Board Certified in Hematology or Board Certified in Oncology.


• Active Texas Medical License.

Department

Internal Med Dept Lbk Genl

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.

Job Group

Associate Professor

Occasional Duties

General Internal Medicine inpatient attending 2-4 weeks per year. 


Occasional clinic at corrections facility.

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
 

Required Qualifications

• MD/DO or MBBS.


• Ability to obtain a Texas Medical License.


• Board Eligible in Hematology or in the process of completing a Hematology Fellowship, OR; 


• Board Eligible in Oncology or in the process of completing an Oncology Fellowship.

Salary Grade

800

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

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