Chief of Hematology/Oncology - Sign-On Bonus & Loan Repayment
Chief of Hematology/Oncology - Sign-On Bonus & Loan Repayment at Department of Veterans Affairs — Salisbury, North Carolina, US
- Company: Department of Veterans Affairs
- Location: Salisbury, North Carolina, US
- Employment type: FULL_TIME
- Posted: 2026-06-19
About this role
Join Us: Lead as Chief of Hematology/Oncology at Salisbury VA Medical Center - Sign-On Bonus & EDRP Available
The Salisbury VA Health Care System is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Chief of Hematology/Oncology for a full-time position. We provide exceptional care across three practice locations:
• Salisbury VA Medical Center (VAMC): A central site offering hospital-based consulting service (no dedicated hematology-oncology inpatient service) and comprehensive outpatient clinics, including a chemo infusion suite.
• Healthcare Centers in Kernersville and Charlotte, NC: Both equipped with full chemo infusion capabilities.
Opportunity Highlights
• Leading Program: Be a part of one of the VHA's largest oncology programs, featuring the largest chemo infusion program.
• Certified Excellence: Our program is ASCO-QOPI certified, ensuring the highest quality of care.
• Robust Research: Engage with our strong clinical trials unit, which includes both Pharma and investigator-initiated protocols.
• Academic Excellence: Work in a renowned training site for Wake Forest University oncology fellows.
• Teaching and Research: Ample opportunities to contribute to teaching and research activities.
Work Schedule
• Regular Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.
• Flexibility: Flexible or compressed schedules may be considered.
• Call Coverage: Approximate phone coverage of 1 in 6.
Academic Affiliation
• Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Preferred Qualifications
• Certification: ABIM board-certified in hematology-oncology.
• Experience: 5 years in clinical practice, clinical trials, and trainee oversight.
Requirements
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship, with non-citizens considered only when qualified citizens cannot be recruited.
• Education: Doctor of Medicine degree or equivalent in allopathic or osteopathic medicine.
• Licensure: Unrestricted license to practice medicine in a state, territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.
• Residency: Completion of an accredited residency program in a core specialty.
• Board Certification: Board-certified or board-eligible in Hematology Oncology.
Benefits
The VA offers an industry-leading benefits package designed to support high-quality professional practice and foster a favorable work-life balance. The benefits include:
• Competitive Salary: Range of $360,000-$380,000 with an authorized sign-on bonus.
• Education Debt Reduction Program: Authorized
• Paid Time Off: 50-55 days annually (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 Federal holidays, and up to 5 days paid CME absence).
• Insurance: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Life insurance.
• Retirement: Pension and Thrift
Interested candidates should email their current CV to Annie Luckey, VA Physician Provider Recruiter @ annie.luckey@va.gov