Head & Neck Oncologist at The James Comprehensive Cancer Center - OSU

Nationally Ranked Cancer Program Experiencing Significant Expansion - Head & Neck Oncologist

The Ohio State University College of Medicine and the Wexner Medical Center seek Head and Neck Oncologist to join the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Medical Oncology. Academic rank and track commensurate with academic record and experience.

Hiring in all three of our tracks (clinical/research split time):

* Clinical Excellence Track: 70/30

* Clinical Scholar Track: 50/50

* Tenure Track: 25/75

Position Overview

Physician specializing in Head and Neck Oncology to serve as a member of the Division of Medical Oncology, within the Department of Internal Medicine; directs and provides direct and indirect patient care services in both inpatient and outpatient settings; conducts ambulatory clinics; interviews, obtains and reviews medical history of patients; performs physical examinations to assess medical or surgical needs; performs relevant oncology procedures; orders special procedures, diagnostic testing, and other ancillary services; responds to consultation requests; determines, prescribes and implements treatment plans and/or medications required; documents all services and instructions provided in medical record; educates patients and promotes wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials, resources and services to patient and their families; directs and participates in quality assessment and improvement activities; serves as preceptor and provides bedside training of residents, fellows, medical students, undergraduate & graduate students, nursing staff, and other allied medical professionals in the specialty of oncology; ensures continuing medical education requirements are met; participates in department, college, medical center and university committees and other service activities.

Department/Division Overview

The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute expanded in December 2014 to become the 3rd largest cancer hospital in the U.S. The extraordinary success of this new 398-bed state-of-the-art hospital has resulted in remarkable clinical growth and has created several opportunities for medical oncologists across the spectrum of solid tumor subspecialties. The Ohio State University is currently seeking oncology physicians at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor rank for a variety of roles in the areas of basic and translational research, education, and inpatient and outpatient care. High priority searches at this time are those who desire to focus their research and patient care in Head and Neck Oncology.

Features include:

NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center since 1976

One of only 11 freestanding cancer hospitals in the U.S.

Magnet designation

One of only four cancer centers funded by the NCI to conduct Phase I and II cancer clinical trials

Founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)

Founding member of the Oncology Research Information Exchange Network (ORIEN)

Robust clinical trials program with active translational therapeutics that include a clinical research unit, Phase 1 U01 grant and N01 Phase II contract

Consistently ranked as one of Americas Best Cancer Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report

Financially-secure program with strong philanthropic and community support

Specific to Head & Neck:

Largest Head & Neck program in the Midwest

7 surgeons, 5 radiation oncologists, and 2 medical oncologists focusing in the management of head and neck cancers

Translational research-oriented program with more than 30 clinical trials opened

Great opportunity for a junior-mid career head & neck oncologist to advance their academic endeavors

Why work for The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center:

Central Ohios Academic Leader

One of the largest and most diverse medical centers in the country; only academic medical center in central Ohio and Columbus (Ohios largest and most rapidly growing metropolitan region)

Ranked one of Americas Best Hospitals" by U.S. News and World Report for over 30 consecutive years

Voted one of Central Ohios Best Places to Work by Columbus Business First newspaper

For 30 years, recognized as a national leader in quality outcomes and patient safety

Our planned growth at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center:

Main campus: New construction of a state-of-the-art biomedical research tower, 880-bed hospital tower, ambulatory center and Health Sciences building that will house the College of Medicine

Around the city: Construction of 2 Newly designed Ambulatory Centers - COMPLETED AND NOW OPEN in addition to 5 established ambulatory care centers up and running today

Why live in Columbus, Ohio:

1.8 million population base and diverse cultural, sports, dining and recreational opportunities

Recently voted the #1 IT city in the nation surpassing Silicon Valley

Home to several Fortune 500 companies

Ranks in Money magazines picks as one of the ten best big cities

2nd fastest growing major metropolitan area in the Midwest : 14th largest city in the nation

Booming real estate market

Consistently ranked in the top ten in nearly every category: Economic growth, things to do, affordable cost of living, great place to raise a family

Required: MD/DO required. Completion of accredited Oncology/Hematology Fellowship. Candidates must be Board Certified in Internal Medicine and board eligible or certified in Medical Oncology, as well as able to meet medical licensure requirements in Ohio.

Please note: We are are able to accommodate H1B Visas. We are also able to accommodate J1 visas ONLY if we go the O1 visa route.

For consideration, email cover letter and CV to:

Kam Carlberg, Faculty Recruiter

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Full Time