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GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY PHYSICIAN OPPORTUNITY

CARILION CLINIC/VIRGINIA TECH-CARILION SCHOOL OF MEDICINE – ROANOKE, VA

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Carilion Clinic and Virginia Tech-Carilion School of Medicine seeks a physician to join the Division of Gynecologic Oncology at the level of Assistant or Associate Professor.

The Division of Gynecologic Oncology is the only practice in southwest Virginia and has over 30 years’ experience treating gynecologic malignancies. The division consists of 3 physicians, 2 physician assistants with plans to add an additional ambulatory and hospital-based advanced care practitioner. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology offers comprehensive care to the community with a large Academic Specialist in General Obstetrics and Gynecology practice, Maternal Fetal Medicine, Urogynecology, Reproductive Medicine, Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, and Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology.

Successful candidates will be expected to be recognized clinicians in gynecologic oncology, minimally invasive surgery, experienced with clinical trials and research, and have demonstrated academic leadership skills. Candidates must possess a commitment to teaching and mentoring residents and medical students, as well as participation in clinical trials. Practice with cutting edge technology in our state-of-the-art, 703-bed flagship teaching/tertiary referral hospital with an ACS-accredited comprehensive cancer program and ACR-accredited radiation oncology.

Expanding Carilion’s cancer program has become a strategic priority in response to the growing number of patients in the region with cancer. Plans include a new Cancer Center that will bring together personalized care, advanced treatment options, and cutting-edge research in a single location. The facility, located in Roanoke, will form the centerpiece of a fully integrated, nationally recognized program serving patients from throughout western Virginia and surrounding states. It will join a rapidly growing community of scientists, researchers, clinicians, and students as part of the Health Sciences and Technology Campus anchored by Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, and the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC. The facility will attract additional top-tier cancer specialists to educate the next generation of cancer physicians, conduct research, and provide outstanding patient care. 

Frequently noted in national best-place rankings, the Roanoke metro area was recently identified as the “Best Place to Raise an Outdoor Family” by Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine. With a lively arts community and scenic points along the Blue Ridge Parkway, there is an abundance of outdoor, recreational, and cultural activities. The Roanoke Valley is a metro area of 300K located at the southern tip of Virginia's Shenandoah Valley. The region offers affordable living, mild weather with four seasons for an abundance of outdoor activities, award winning schools, high-tech magnet centers, and nationally ranked and internationally acclaimed colleges and universities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• MD or DO Degree from Accredited Medical School
• Board-Certified/Eligible in Gynecologic Oncology
• Unencumbered Virginia medical license and DEA
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Commitment to medical education and clinical research

Interested candidates may submit their curriculum vitae and letter of interest to:

Dr. Erin Saks, Interim Division Director at ejsaks@carilionclinic.org

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Penny Daniel, Senior Recruiter at padaniel@carilionclinic.org

About Carilion Clinic

Carilion Clinic is a not-for-profit health care organization serving nearly one million people in Virginia through hospitals, outpatient specialty centers and advanced primary care practices. Led by multi-specialty physician teams with a shared philosophy that puts the patient first, Carilion is committed to improving outcomes for every patient while advancing the quality of care through medical education and research.

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