VA Oncologist in Fort Wayne, IN - Up to $385K + Loan Repayment

Description

Here's an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those who served. The VA Northern Indiana Health Care System is looking for a Hematology/Oncology Physician to join their team in Fort Wayne. You'll provide expert consultative care, work with a dedicated team, and enjoy incredible federal benefits. This role comes with a recruitment incentive and eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program, which offers up to $200,000 in student loan repayment. If you're ready to serve Veterans while building a rewarding career, this is the position for you.

Here's what you'll be doing:

• Providing consultative evaluations and treatments for patients referred from other hospital sections and affiliated VA outpatient clinics.
• Conducting initial evaluations, documentation, diagnoses, and ordering appropriate diagnostic studies and treatments.
• Delivering emergency hematology/oncology services as assigned.
• Performing administrative functions and other tasks assigned by the Associate Chief of Staff of Acute Medical Service.
• Ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality care across all assigned duties.

What you'll need to have:

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Current, full, and unrestricted medical license from any U.S. state or territory.
• Completed residency training approved by ACGME or AOA leading to board eligibility. Board Certified or Board Eligible is preferred.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Job Details

A Look at Our Benefits:

• Recruitment/Sign-on Incentive authorized.
• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) eligibility with up to $200,000 in student loan repayment.
• 50-55 days of annual paid time off, including 26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays, and possible 5-day paid CME absence.
• Traditional federal pension with 5-year vesting plus a 401K with up to 5% VA contributions.
• Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance (many plans can be carried into retirement).
• Free malpractice liability protection with tail coverage provided.
• Possible $1,000 per year CME reimbursement.
• No physician employment contract and no significant restrictions on moonlighting.