Physician Hematology/Oncology - Competitive Salary
Company: Veterans Health Administration
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: March 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description The New Mexico VA Health Care System and the
University of New Mexico (UNM) Cancer Center are seeking
applications for the position of staff physician in an expanding
Section of Hematology/Oncology at the NMVAHCS. The NMVAHCS
Hematology/Oncology program is the major academic affiliate of the
UNM Division of Hematology/Oncology and the UNM Cancer Center, an
NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. This individual will
also collaborate closely with the Divisional and Cancer Center
Leadership at UNM. The Staff Physician, Section of
Hematology/Oncology will have a major teaching role within the
Division including its fellowship program. Qualified applicants
will have an MD, current medical license and be board-certified or
eligible in Hematology and/or Oncology. The ideal candidate will be
suitable for academic appointment at UNM at the level of associate
or full professor, as evidenced by a strong track record of
academic and clinical excellence. Qualified candidates must be
eligible for a faculty appointment in the Department of Internal
Medicine at the University of New Mexico based upon qualifications
and experience. Major responsibilities and duties of the position
include but are not limited to: Direct, high quality patient care
with particular emphasis on the ability to function in a
multidisciplinary team Diagnostic workup, treatment and follow-up
of patients with blood disorders or malignancies Participation in
educational programs of Hematology/Oncology and Internal Medicine.
Participation in quality assurance programs and chart reviews.
Didactic and bedside teaching Supervision of medical students,
residents and Hematology/Oncology fellows Active participation in
the conduct of clinical trials and other scholarly activities
Adherence to quality measures and Standards Facilitate academic and
research collaboration with the Division of Hematology/Oncology
Preferred Criteria/Experience: Residency in Internal Medicine
Hematology/Oncology Fellowship in an ACGME accredited training
program. (Candidates in the final year of their fellowship are
eligible to apply, provided they will complete their fellowship
before joining this position) ABIM Board eligibility/certification
in Internal Medicine and Hematology and Medical Oncology.
Demonstrated interest in teaching Track record of excellence in
teaching, e.g., recognition from trainees and/or awards for
teaching. Scholarly activities including research interests
(clinical, translational or basic science) in any area of
Hematology or Oncology. Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance
bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of annual
paid time offer 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
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm Recruitment
Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized. Permanent Change of
Station (Relocation Assistance): PCS Not authorized Telework: Not
available. Compressed/Flex Schedule: Not available. Virtual: Not a
virtual position. Financial Disclosure Report: Not required. Don t
miss the chance to join our team and serve those who have served
us. For more information and consideration, please send your CV to
Matthew Corrales.
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