**Discover Your Career at Emory University** Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. **Description** Service Chief for Hematology and Medical Oncology at the Atlanta VA Medical Center (VAMC), with dual employment as an appointed member of the faculty in the Emory University School of Medicine (SOM) Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology (HMO): Leadership (0.20 FTE) in VAMC: + Supervise hematology and oncology professional services, with respect to quality, availability, proficiency, productivity, efficiency, and compliance. Evaluate the clinical performance of hem/onc physicians and evaluate candidates for hematology and medical oncology privileges. + Work with nursing and administrative leaders to ensure the quality, effectiveness, and safety of cancer services and clinical research. + Organize physician schedule availability, and work with faculty division directors to schedule inpatient service coverage. Facilitate scheduling of house staff rotations and clinics and corresponding teaching faculty responsibilities. + Participate/lead medical staff committees as appropriate and necessary (quality, credentialing, practice standards, pharmacy and therapeutics, etc.) + Participate in strategic decisions that affect cancer services (space planning, recruitment). + Participate in annual budget development process as necessary and manage fiscal performance of the hem/onc practice, in cooperation with VAMC, SOM Department and others. + Provide leadership for the research mission in hematology and oncology at the Atlanta VAMC. Individual Effort (0.80 FTE): + Provide direct professional services to cancer patients: approximately 3 weekly half-days in hematology/oncology clinics, and 4-6 annual inpatient/consult service weeks. Collaborate with colleagues in a multi-disciplinary setting to deliver comprehensive cancer services. + Initiate and supervise clinical research projects in your field of interest, publish and present results, with the expectation to secure and maintain extramural support for a corresponding portion of your own salary. + Train Emory residents and fellows in multiple VAMC settings, give didactic lectures as appropriate for students and trainees. Support: + Competitive benefits package, and salary commensurate with years of experience and other factors, per VA and Emory University policies. + Negotiated discretionary funds as appropriate and necessary to support a research program aligned with the goals of the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory. + Office and administrative space at the VAMC. + Shared administrative support to facilitate effective leadership, continuing faculty performance, and working relationships with colleagues and VAMC officials. Position and Reporting Structure: + Faculty appointment in the Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine. + Dual reporting to the Chief of Medicine at the Atlanta VAMC and to the Chair of the Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine. Requirements/Qualifications: + Medical Licensure in the state of Georgia. + ABIM certification in Hematology and/or Medical Oncology. + At least 5 years of medical practice experience in Hematology and/or Medical Oncology. + Experience in leadership, academic scholarship, sponsored clinical research, and medical education. + Experience in the VA Health System is preferred. **Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture** Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred. **Connect With Us!** Connect with us for general consideration! **Job Number** _128619_ **Job Type** _Regular Full-Time_ **Division** _School Of Medicine_ **Department** _SOM: HMO: Med Onc_ **Campus Location (For Posting) : Location** _US-GA-Atlanta_ **_Location : Name_** _VA Medical Center_ **Required Documents** _Transcripts - Graduate_ **Remote Work Classification** _No Remote_ **Health and Safety Information** _Position involves clinical patient contact., Working with human blood, body fluids, tissues, or other potentially infectious materials._