Department of Pediatrics

Division of Hematology-Oncology (Open Rank) 

The Division of Hematology-Oncology, Department of Pediatrics, Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine, at UT Health San Antonio is recruiting for a faculty position in the Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology. The candidate must be currently licensed or eligible for licensing as a physician in Texas. 

The Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Division's inpatient unit is housed in the beautiful new University Women's and Children's Hospital a state-of-the-art facility, part of University Health. The outpatient unit is located in the adjacent University Hospital Horizon Tower. The candidate will join our group of nine other pediatric hematologist- oncologists, two child psychologists, two advanced practice nurses and currently three fellows in pediatric hematology-oncology. The clinical practice provides care for children with a wide range of cancer diagnoses as well as hematologic disorders including hemoglobinopathies, thromboses, hemophilia and bleeding disorders. We also have an active program in Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Oncology and active programs in cancer survivorship and cancer predisposition.

Opportunities for scholarly activities are available and encouraged.  Our group is active in the Children's Oncology Group and leads an active NCI Pediatric Community Oncology Research Program and is affiliated with the UT Health Greehey Children's Cancer Research Institute and the NCI-designated Mays Cancer Center.  

 Other Expectations

Able to independently see new and established patients with hematologic and oncologic disorders and provide high level of care. Able to communicate clearly with patients, families, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership, and others. Provide oversight and teaching to pediatric residents in inpatient setting. Provide oversight and teaching to medical students on inpatient unit and in outpatient clinic. Perform procedures including bone marrow aspirations and biopsies, and intrathecal administration of chemotherapy. Participate in the 24/7 on-call schedule with other physicians in hematology-oncology. Participate in weekly tumor boards and multidisciplinary meetings.

UT Health San Antonio is the only San Antonio-based name on the nationwide list of the top 100 highest-rated employers for company culture from Comparably, an employer recruitment, culture, and branding site. UT Health San Antonio offers a competitive salary, comprehensive insurance package, and a generous retirement plan.

 Please visit the UT Health candidate portal https://uthscsa.referrals.select minds.com/faculty to apply for requisition #24001078

 UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.

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