Oncology Medical Director

1.0 FTE split between clinical and directorship duties | Sky Lakes Medical Center | $625,000 per year with + $75,000 directorship pay + up to $100,000 sign-on bonus

Job Summary:

Sky Lakes Medical Center is seeking an experienced Medical Oncologist or Hematologist/Oncologist to join its team as an Oncology Medical Director in Klamath Falls, Oregon.

This position is a hybrid production and medical directorship role. Ideal candidates would have previous leadership experience, or at least 5 years of practice experience with some leadership involvement.

This is an opportunity to lead an exceptional care-team and provide strategic oversight of an expanding oncology service line for the region.

Core Competencies:

• Exhibit dynamic leadership skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills and keen strategic vision.
• Possess a passion for fostering and performing outstanding clinical oncology care; for building/enabling oncology research; and, for the education, mentorship, and development of physicians and advanced practice providers.
• Foster/maintain a culture that prioritizes outstanding clinical practice at the highest level; keeps the needs of the patient at the center and leads by example while simultaneously exhibiting humility and courage.
• Devoted to making best efforts while being reasonably available and personally present on a regular basis for the performance and discharge of duties and responsibilities as the Medical Director.

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. schedule
• 8 hours of admin time per week
• 4-day work week or patient contact hours
• Call (phone only) is 8 days a month

Role & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and evaluate the quality, availability, safety and appropriateness of medical oncology services rendered at the Sky Lakes Cancer Treatment Center (CTC)
• Participate in the development and implementation of effective quality assurance and utilization review programs and performance improvement activities
• Collaborate with the Department Director of the Cancer Treatment Center ("CTC Director") and Sky Lakes Administration to review patient satisfaction, staffing levels, and operations
• Participate in the hiring process for CTC physicians, advanced practice providers, clinical staff, and support staff, as requested by Sky Lakes
• Assist as requested in the orientation, education and in-service training of all medical and non-medical personnel engaged for the operation and conduct of medical oncology services
• Collaborate with the Sky Lakes Quality Management Department to assure the CTC is managing medical oncology cases in an efficient and appropriate manner
• Participate in the peer review process as requested by the Chair of the Department of Medicine and/or the Professional Practice Evaluation Committee (PPEC)
• Facilitate the development of a team approach of medical care between CTC physicians, primary care providers and specialists, nursing, and other clinical and non-clinical staff
• Represent medical oncology in an advisory capacity to Sky Lakes Administration, Medical Staff, and Governing Board
• Chair the Sky Lakes Oncology Committee and attend other medical staff and administrative committee meetings as requested

The responsibilities and duties outlined in this job description are intended to provide a general overview of the role and do not represent a comprehensive or exhaustive list. The position may require additional tasks, responsibilities, qualifications, or projects as assigned.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Compensation is $625,000 per year
• Guaranteed salary and additional $75,000 available for directorship pay
• Up to $100,000 sign-on bonus
• Full benefits include health, vision, dental, PTO, retirement and more
• $4,000 and 5 days of annual CME
• $1,000 annually for licenses and certifications
• Sky Lakes is a non-profit that qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Must be a board-certified and fellowship trained Medical Oncologist or Hematologist/Oncologist (MD/DO)
• Recognized clinical leader in your area of Oncology specialty with a minimum of 5 years clinical experience post-fellowship
• Demonstrate the ability to recruit outstanding physicians, mentor colleagues, and foster research
• Candidates that have been in utilization committees or led a tumor board are highly desired

Where You'll Work

Sky Lakes Medical Center is an accredited, 176-bed medical facility providing care for patients across a 10,000-square-mile area in south-central Oregon. Known for being a service-based, community-focused hospital, the campus includes the award-winning Sky Lakes Cancer Treatment Center, the Center for Total Joint and Spine Care and the Cascades East Family Medicine Residency Clinic. It is also one of the few medical facilities in Oregon to be ISO 9001-certified for continual quality improvements.

Where You'll Live

Klamath Falls is a charming city in southern Oregon known for its stunning natural beauty. Surrounded by mountains and forests, it's less than an hour's drive from Crater Lake National Park, offering endless opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing and other outdoor activities. Klamath Falls has a strong sense of community and a low cost-of-living, making it an ideal place to call home.

Who You'll Work For

Sky Lakes Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community-owned, internationally accredited, acute-care teaching hospital serving more than 80,000 across south-central Oregon and northern California. It has been rated as a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by The Chartis Group while receiving recognition for multiple service offerings, including stroke care and obstructive pulmonary disease treatment. With a focus on quality, Sky Lakes Medical Center is continually innovating, evolving and building new models of care.

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran

Job ID Number: 29902