Hematology Oncology Medical Director Needed in NE Columbia, SC

Lexington Medical Cancer Center is seeking a highly skilled Hematologist/Oncologist with clinical leadership experience. This Physician will serve in a primarily clinical role with the added responsibility of serving as Practice Medical Director at our new, state-of-the-art location in Northeast Columbia.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a dynamic and clinically excellent medical oncologist with strong leadership skills in a multi-disciplinary, patient-centric, and growing environment. Leadership experience is a priority, as the medical director will be responsible for clinical oversight of Lexington Medical Cancer Center s Hematology/Oncology Practice. Leadership responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, clinical workflows, educational programs, quality improvement initiatives, and advising organizational leadership on cancer program s operational and strategic goals. Experience with successfully mentoring physicians and clinical support staff is highly desired.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Board certified hematologist/oncologist, MD or DO
• Experience leading a hematology/oncology program
• Academic and research background
• Excellent communication skills and ability to garner consensus among physician colleagues

Position Highlights:

• The weekly schedule will be a mix of managing the outpatient clinic and inpatient census, practicing hematology and oncology
• Clinical research is welcomed, where all physicians have a hand in at least one trial
• Tumor conferences where radiology oncologist, pathologists, and physicians will attend
• Oncology trained APP Support
• Call responsibilities include approximately a 1:9 Rotation
• Growing Practice

About Lexington Oncology Northeast:

• 18,000 sq.ft. state-of-the-art practice
• Dedicated USP 800 certified oncology pharmacy
• Onsite lab processing and 24 infusion chair suite
• Remote and/or onsite access to patient navigation, oncology dietician, social work, and genetic counseling services

Lexington Medical Center s Oncology program has been awarded by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer the Cancer Center of Excellence and is 1 of only 4 hospitals in the state of South Carolina to be Quality Oncology Practice Initiative certified. Patient care and satisfaction is a focus, and scores are consistently ranked in the top 15% in the nation.

We are committed to offering quality, cost-effective benefits for our employees and their families. Competitive Day ONE Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement and Savings Plans with No Vesting Period
• 24/7 Live Epic EMR Support from Our On-site Team
• Relocation Assistance and Sign On Bonus
• Annual CME Allowance
• Medical Malpractice Coverage
• Life, Accidental, and Critical Illness Insurance
• Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability (after 90 days)
• Healthcare FSA
• Daycare FSA
• 529 College Savings Plans
• Adoption Assistance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• On-site Child Care Center
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer
• Health Directions Gym Membership
• Employee Discounts and Services

Additionally, all new physicians in the Lexington Medical Center network receive a marketing plan designed to introduce them to patients living in our community and assist the physician with growing a thriving practice.

To learn more about Lexington Medical Centers Cancer Center, please visit: https://www.lexmed.com/medical-services/cancer-center/ or https://www.lexmed.com.

Lexington Medical Center is a 607-bed hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. It anchors a health care network that includes five community medical centers and employs a staff of more than 7,800 health care professionals. The network includes a cardiovascular program recognized by the American College of Cardiology as South Carolina s first HeartCARE Center. The network also has an occupational health center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, an Alzheimer s care center and 70 physician practices. Lexington Medical Center operates one of the busiest Emergency departments in South Carolina, treating nearly 100,000 patients each year. The hospital delivers more than 4,000 babies each year and performs more than 25,000 surgeries.
We've been named Columbia's "Best Place to Have a Baby," "Best Hospital" and one of the "Top 25 Best Hospitals to Work for in the U.S.," honors all made possible by a dedicated, talented team of health care professionals and staff.

Community Highlights:

• Close Proximity to beautiful Lake Murray
• Affordable Cost of Living
• Annual average temperature is 68 degrees in December
• Lexington County is one of the fastest growing areas in South Carolina
• Family Friendly and home to some of the best school districts in the state