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Physician - Section Chief Oncology

Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
📍 Las Vegas, Nevada 💰 $400000 – $400000/yr

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Job 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) & 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 ineligible to apply.

Key Responsibilities

**This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30th, 2027. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be October 19th, 2026, with subsequent cut-off dates every 2 weeks. Eligible applications received after that date will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available.** VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Physician Total Rewards.

Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized Education Debt Reduction Program (Student Loan Repayment): Learn more. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact V21CCOEEDRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Work Schedule: To be determined by your Supervisor.

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 Major duties include, but are not limited to: Directly oversee and provide inpatient oncology care to veterans, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and discharge planning.

Ensure efficient and effective operation of the oncology inpatient units, including bed management and patient flow Facilitate timely and safe discharge processes by coordinating with case managers, social workers, and community resources for oncology patients. Ensure preparedness for emergency scenarios and participate in drills and training sessions involving oncology care.

Oversee oncology care services within the department, ensuring high-quality care in areas such as medical oncology, radiation oncology, and hematology. Develop and implement oncology-specific programs and initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes. Support and promote oncology-specific research initiatives, utilizing evidence-based practices to advance patient care.

Provide education and counseling to oncology patients and their families regarding disease management, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications. Perform comprehensive assessments and follow-up care for oncology patients, including history taking, physical examinations, and treatment planning in an outpatient setting. Coordinate with social workers, dietitians, and cancer support groups to provide comprehensive support services to patients and their families.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Education

Degree of Doctor of Medicine or an equivalent degree resulting from a course of education in allopathic medicine or osteopathic medicine. The degree must have been obtained from an institution whose accreditation was in place for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are: Schools of medicine accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for the year in which the degree was granted.

Schools of osteopathic medicine approved by the Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (COCA) for the year in which the degree was granted. For foreign medical graduates not covered in (1) or (2) above, confirmation must be made that the medical school meets (or met) Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) eligibility requirement for year graduated.

NOTE: The Under Secretary of Health or designee in the VHA Central Office may approve the appointment under authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405 of a physician graduate of a school of medicine not covered above if the candidate is to be assigned to a research, academic, or administrative position with no patient care responsibilities.

The appointment will be made only in exceptional circumstances where the candidate's credentials clearly demonstrate high professional attainment or expertise in the specialty area.

Contact

gabriela.medrano@va.gov · 909-805-6049

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $400000 – $400000/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-09-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.

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