Ballad Health Medical Associates seeking a Gynecologist/Oncologist for Kingsport, Tennessee

Ballad Health Cancer Care – Kingsport, a member of Ballad Health, and Department OB/ GYN, Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University (ETSU) are currently seeking 2 Gynecologic Oncologists to join the established gynecological oncology practice and division. The successful candidate will be board certified/board eligible in GYN Oncology. Opportunity for leadership at the level of Gynecological Oncology Division Chief is available, as well as ETSU academic appointment at the level of Assistant / Associate Professor.

Our centers provide experienced cancer care utilizing a network of oncologists, radiation oncologists, surgeons, pathologists, radiologists, and advanced practice providers for infusion support.  Our team of Cancer Navigators can assist your patients in understanding their diagnosis, treatment care and provide emotional support throughout the process.  With access to advanced technology, we can provide targeted therapy with optimal accuracy.  Other services available through Ballad Health include access to clinical trials, genetic testing and education, and financial counseling.

Opportunity Details:

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Productivity Bonus
• Signing Incentives
• Relocation Assistance
• CME allowance
• Full health/dental/vision benefits
• Retirement plan
• EPIC EMR
• Teaching stipends for education of residents, fellows and medical students

Our Health System:

Ballad Health, which covers a 29-county area in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, is made up of three tertiary facilities, 19 community/critical access hospitals, seven cancer centers, 18 Urgent Care locations and multiple specialty offices. The health systems employed arm, Ballad Health Medical Associates, is made up of over 800 physicians and advanced practitioners. 

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Quillen College of Medicine, East Tennessee State University is a well–established Academic Department. It provided education and clinical experience to Quillen College of Medicine Medical students during their core clinical rotations and elective clerkships and has a fully accredited OB / GYN residency program. The Department prides itself with excellent clinical education, focus on patient – centered care and extensive research achievements and opportunities.

Ballad Health Medical Associates (BHMA) is a 750+ physician and advanced practitioner provider group.  BHMA employs multiple specialties including primary care, hematology/oncology, pulmonary/critical care, urology, orthopedics, and many more.  Led by a physician clinical counsel, BHMA is physician led, patient focused and professionally managed. 

The Appalachian Highlands consists of three mid-size cities (Bristol, TN/VA, Kingsport, TN, Johnson City, TN).  Sullivan County, TN and Washington County, TN combined is roughly 300,000 in population.  The area is within driving distance to one half of the US population. 

• No State Income Tax in Tennessee
• Easy access to a Regional Airport
• Low Cost of Living
• Excellent Public and Private school options
• Arts/Culture: Symphony of the Mountains
• Outdoor activities: Fort Patrick Henry Lake, Warriors Path State Park, Kingsport Greenbelt
• Family Activities: Bays Mountain Planetarium, Kingsport Carousel & Park, Riverview Splash Pad
• Local craft breweries and wineries
• Four distinct seasons

Located in Kingsport, Tennessee, Indian Path Community Hospital has been serving our region for more than 40 years. The hospital provides an array of inpatient and outpatient medical and surgical services, as well as emergency care, the Barbara Humphreys Birthing Center, diagnostic imaging services, neurophysiology services, adult and pediatric physical therapy and an accredited center for sleep disorders. Indian Path is also home to a Regional Cancer Center, which provides comprehensive cancer treatment that includes medical and radiation oncology, diagnostic radiology, transfusion, infusion therapies and the Appalachian Highlands’ only gynecological surgical oncology specialist. Renovation plans are also underway, and Indian Path will soon house the region’s only comprehensive Center for Women and Babies and a new pediatric emergency department. Learn more about Indian Path Hospital at www.balladhealth.org/IPCH.