Physician Leadership Permanent Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

Vice Chair, Bone Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapies Fox Chase Cancer Center/Temple HealthPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania Fox Chase is seeking an innovative and visionary physician with an expertise in BMT to fill the newly created position of Vice Chair – Department of Bone Marrow Transplant & Cellular Therapies, to lead departmental initiatives and to also spearhead the development of a new, high priority Blood Disorders Institute.The OpportunityAlready recognized as one of the leading programs in the country for the treatment of blood cancers, Fox Chase is now creating the TUHS Blood Disorders Institute. The vision of this initiative is to establish Fox Chase/Temple Health as the national leader in the diagnosis, treatment, research, and education of hematologic malignancies, cellular therapy, and related blood disorders. The Institute is a leading priority for the institution and is well-supported.The new Vice Chair will be positioned to lead and achieve key initiatives and goals including optimization and integration of the department’s clinical operations across the care continuum, programmatic expansion and strategic planning for the Department, and further development the Department’s research portfolio, including leadership of translational and clinical research. In addition, the Vice Chair will play an integral role in developing the new institute dedicated to advancing research and treatment of blood disorders.The Ideal CandidateThe successful candidate will be an innovative and collaborative physician with experience in bone marrow transplant services and a proven track record of clinical excellence. The Vice Chair will be passionate about the tripartite mission and will have the charisma to lead. Working in an NCI-designated cancer center or similar oncology environment, with a concomitant understanding of the complexities of delivering care in a large system that supports research innovation, is essential. This leader will have a history of extramural funding, particularly in therapeutics or outcomes, ideally with experience and knowledge in Investigator-Initiated clinical trials, National Clinical Trials Network, and industry-sponsored trials. MD, DO or MD/PHD, and appropriate board certification required.The OrganizationFox Chase Cancer Center is a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network and provides patient care and research in more than 80 laboratories with more than 2,000 staff, physicians, and scientists. Researchers at Fox Chase have won the highest awards in their fields, including two Nobel Prizes, a Kyoto Prize in basic sciences, a Lasker Clinical Research Award, an Albert Szent-Györgyi Prize for Progress in Cancer Research, American Cancer Society Medals of Honor, memberships in the National Academy of Sciences, induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame, and more. Today, scientific initiatives span a broad array of nationally competitive basic, translational, and clinical research, with special programs in cancer prevention, detection, survivorship, and community outreach. The past few years have seen significant advances in Fox Chase’s clinical, operational, research, and financial performance.Fox Chase’s affiliation with Temple University, Temple University Health System and the Lewis Katz School of Medicine began in 2012. Through this arrangement, Fox Chase combines the flexibility of a free-standing cancer center with the scientific and clinical power of a large academic health system.Over the past decade, the size and scope of Fox Chase has expanded in terms of its scientific portfolio, the number of patients served, and the diversity of its patient population: capital upgrades and investments in new technology and physical plant enhancements. The RegionFox Chase Cancer Center is located in an attractive residential neighborhood in Northeast Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on the border of Bucks, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties. The area offers many housing options, including quiet suburban living and trendy urban neighborhoods, and housing is generally more affordable than in other major Northeastern cities. The City of Philadelphia is one of the most historically significant cities in the United States and offers a unique setting for an eclectic mix of modern lifestyles, mingling both the edgy and the sophisticated. Nominations are greatly appreciated and may be sent to:Ellen Lockhart, MD, PrincipalRachael Burns, Vice President Charlotte Tinsley, Consultant c/o Charlotte.Tinsley@AMNhealthcare.comExecutive & Physician Leadership Search, AMN Leadership Solutions, AMN Healthcare#AMNHealthcare#BESmith#LI-CT1

The OpportunityFox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia, one of the first cancer centers to receive comprehensive designation from the National Cancer Institute, seeks an accomplished breast medical oncologist and leader to serve as Chief of Breast Oncology.The OrganizationFox Chase Cancer Center was established in 1974 through the merger of the American Oncologic Hospital, founded in 1904 as one of the country’s first cancer-focused hospitals, and the Institute for Cancer Research, founded in 1927. One of the nation’s first cancer hospitals, Fox Chase is a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network, with a mission is “to prevail over cancer, marshaling heart and mind in bold scientific discovery, pioneering prevention, and compassionate care.” Fox Chase joined Temple University Health System in 2012, a relationship which has further expanded research and treatment expertise throughout the region. With a catchment area of nearly 7.3 million people across six counties in southeastern Pennsylvania and nine counties in southern New Jersey, Fox Chase diagnoses and treats every kind of cancer and offers patients state-of-the-art and best practice treatments as well as clinical trials to cure their cancer. With a staff of over 2,000, the center provides both patient care and research in more than 80 laboratories, staffed by hundreds of physicians and scientists. The affiliation with Temple University has added value to the cancer center with the addition of 50 research program members from multiple university departments, the Lewis Katz School of Medicine, and the College of Public HealthResearchers at Fox Chase have won the highest awards in their fields, including two Nobel Prizes, a Kyoto Prize in basic sciences, a Lasker Clinical Research Award, an Albert Szent-Györgyi Prize for Progress in Cancer Research, American Cancer Society Medals of Honor, memberships in the National Academy of Sciences, and induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame. Today, scientific initiatives span a broad array of nationally competitive basic, translational, and clinical research, with special programs in cancer prevention, detection, survivorship, and community outreach. Fox Chase physicians are routinely recognized in national rankings, and the Center’s nursing program has received the Magnet status for excellence six consecutive times. The PositionReporting directly to the Chair, Department of Hematology Oncology, the Chief of Breast Oncology will be responsible for continuing to build and maintain excellence in clinical care, education and research. The Chief will be a key member of a busy clinical group, collaborating within a multidisciplinary environment, and will facilitate the development of clinical research within the Division of Breast Oncology. Other duties will include teaching and supervision of trainees and students, scholarly activity and an active role in the recruitment, retention and mentorship of faculty in the division. Minimum Qualifications • MD or DO, and Board certification in medical oncology.• Licensed or eligible for medical licensure in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.• Previous leadership experience in an academic setting/NCI-designated cancer center • Possess scholarly accomplishments appropriate for the rank of Associate Professor or Professor with a minimum of 8+ years of experience post-fellowship in breast oncology.• Outstanding clinician with a successful track record of high-quality clinical outcomes.• Experience in the development and conduct of clinical trials and proven ability to facilitate multi-disciplinary research teams.• Understanding of quality and performance improvement, compliance with regulatory and accreditation guidelines, and utilization management.• Promotes a team focused approach to care.• Exhibits empathy, humility and compassion.• Demonstrates strong listening skills.• Ability to build internal and external relationships with trust and credibility.• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to influence others.The CommunityPhiladelphia offers a unique setting for an eclectic mix of modern lifestyles, mingling both the edgy and the sophisticated. History and art are pervasive in the city proper. Walking through downtown, you'll likely spot murals and mosaics coating the sides of industrial warehouses and ivy climbing the walls of 300-year-old brick buildings. Culture is well-established in Philadelphia, as evidenced by the array of art galleries, music venues and theaters. Small public parks are interspersed in the gridwork of Philadelphia, an important aspect of William Penn's design for Philadelphia. These green spaces bring welcome relief from the daily hustle and bustle and are an integral part of the City of Brotherly Love. Philadelphia’s strong and growing job market, foodie scene, unprecedented access to other major cities, one of top-rated park systems in the county, Philadelphia is quickly becoming one of the most popular places to live in the United States and has been ranked on one of the nation’s Most Affordable, Trendy Cities. Applications and NominationsApplications and nominations can be directed to erika.warren@amnhealthcare.com#BESmith#BESrecruitment#LI-EW1