Open Rank Pediatrics - Hematology Oncology
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- 24001078 Requisition #
Department of Pediatrics
Division of Hematology-Oncology (Open Rank)
The Division of Hematology-Oncology, Department of Pediatrics, Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine, at UT Health San Antonio is recruiting for a faculty position in the Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology. The candidate must be currently licensed or eligible for licensing as a physician in Texas.
The Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Division's inpatient unit is housed in the beautiful new University Women's and Children's Hospital a state-of-the-art facility, part of University Health. The outpatient unit is located in the adjacent University Hospital Horizon Tower. The candidate will join our group of nine other pediatric hematologist- oncologists, two child psychologists, two advanced practice nurses and currently three fellows in pediatric hematology-oncology. The clinical practice provides care for children with a wide range of cancer diagnoses as well as hematologic disorders including hemoglobinopathies, thromboses, hemophilia and bleeding disorders. We also have an active program in Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Oncology and active programs in cancer survivorship and cancer predisposition.
Opportunities for scholarly activities are available and encouraged. Our group is active in the Children's Oncology Group and leads an active NCI Pediatric Community Oncology Research Program and is affiliated with the UT Health Greehey Children's Cancer Research Institute and the NCI-designated Mays Cancer Center.
Other Expectations
- Able to independently see new and established patients with hematologic and oncologic disorders and provide high level of care.
- Able to communicate clearly with patients, families, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership, and others.
- Provide oversight and teaching to medical students on inpatient unit and in outpatient clinic.
- Perform procedures including bone marrow aspirations and biopsies, and intrathecal administration of chemotherapy.
- Participate in the 24/7 on-call schedule with other physicians in hematology-oncology.
- Participate in weekly tumor boards and multidisciplinary meetings.
UT Health San Antonio is the only San Antonio-based name on the nationwide list of the top 100 highest-rated employers for company culture from Comparably, an employer recruitment, culture, and branding site. UT Health San Antonio offers a competitive salary, comprehensive insurance package, and a generous retirement plan.
Please visit the UT Health candidate portal https://uthscsa.referrals.select minds.com/faculty to apply for requisition #24001078
UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. All faculty appointments are designated as security sensitive positions.
Benefits Overview
UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits.
Medical- UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists.
Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.
Vision- Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Life Employees receive $40,000 of group term life insurance and $40,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.
Retirement- Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.
Time Off- A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:
Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each fiscal year.
FSAs- Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.
Discounts- Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.
UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
