Valley Medical Group is seeking a Radiation Oncologist

Valley Medical Group is looking for a motivated and compassionate Radiation Oncologist to join our growing practice.  Our current team consists of three experienced physicians who value collaboration and mentorship.  We are looking to add a fourth physician who will participate in the treatment and management of patients with prostate cancer.  Additionally, you would have the opportunity to share in the management of other disease sites depending on your interests. 

Situated less than 15 miles from Manhattan, Paramus is in the heart of Bergen County, one of the most desirable counties in the United States, with excellent schools, numerous recreational and cultural activities.  Its proximity to New York City allows for easy access to everything the city has to offer or live in New York City and enjoy a simple reverse commute. With the opening of our new $975 million, 370 bed acute care hospital on April 14, 2024, The Valley Health System continues to demonstrate its commitment to providing exceptional, world class care to the 1.1 million residents of our catchment area. 

ABOUT OUR DEPARTMENT

Our department is located at The Valley Hospital’s Cancer Center on Valley’s 40 acre health care campus.  There are no satellite clinics to travel to.  The Cancer Center also houses 10 medical oncologists, numerous oncologic surgeons from different specialties, clinical trials, breast imaging, pain management, genetics, social work, dieticians and outpatient operating rooms.

Our physicians are supported by:

• 3 Full time dosimetrists
• 4 Full time physicists
• 6 Full time oncology certified nurses
• 10 Full time Radiation Therapists
• 1 Full time Nurse Practitioner

Our department of Radiation Oncology prides itself on providing the most advanced and effective radiation therapy possible as evidenced by our dual accreditations from ASTRO/Apex and ACR. 

We are proud to offer the following technologies:

• 2 Varian TrueBeam linear accelerators with 6DOF couches and BrainLab ExacTrac Dynamic Surface/Image guidance systems
• 1 Varian Edge linear accelerator with HD-MLC’s, 6DOF couch and BrainLab ExacTrac Dynamic Surface/Image guidance system
• 1 Gamma Knife Icon
• 1 Nucletron HDR Remote Afterloader
• 1 GE wide bore CT simulator with IV contrast injector
• Eclipse treatment planning
• Aria EMR
• Electrons, 3D conformal, IMRT, SRS, SBRT, IGRT, SGRT, HDR

Our Radiation Oncologists are eligible to apply for academic appointments at The Mount Sinai Icahn School of Medicine commensurate with experience.  Each physician sees 4-6 new patient consults per week, manages 15-20 patients on-treatment, sees follow-ups as needed (supported by our Nurse Practitioner) and participates in Gamma Knife and SRS/SBRT treatment supervision. 

POSITION DETAILS

• Full Time, Monday to Friday, with an anticipated 1 in 4 call schedule, shared equally
• Medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability, 401k
• Paid holidays, PTO
• CME allowance and time
• Malpractice coverage
• Compensation is very competitive
• Relocation allowance

QUALIFICATIONS

• An MD or equivalent degree
• Successfully completed a residency in Radiation Oncology
• Board certification in Radiation Oncology
• At least 1 year of post graduate work experience
• Existing or Eligibility for New Jersey Medical License, DEA and CDS required

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

• Experience and/or an interest in the management of patients with prostate cancer
• Excellent interpersonal communication and presentation skills for both clinical and non-clinical audiences, in group settings or one-on-one
• Strong clinical skills with the ability to advance and develop a superior clinical service
• Ability to foster a respectful, equitable, and inclusive work environment
• Advocate for organizational values and commitment to gender equity and diversity

This is an extraordinary opportunity for a compassionate, dedicated, and forward-thinking Radiation Oncologist.  If you're interested in a career in which your expertise and collaboration are paramount to the success of an organization, join us!

Applicants should submit a letter of interest and a CV to Min Hong, Physician Recruitment, Valley Medical Group at mhong3@valleyhealth.com or please call to inquire at 718.290-0278.

The Valley Health System is one of the largest and most honored healthcare providers in New Jersey. Newsweek has recognized us as one of the world's 1,000 best hospitals and one of 100 best hospitals in the United States. The Valley Hospital is one of the busiest hospitals with 431 beds, approximately 46,000 admissions annually, over 70,000 patients treated in the Emergency Department, and over 3,500 babies born. Valley has over 3,000 volunteers, is not unionized, and with 5,500 employees, is one of the largest employers in Bergen County. The Hospital ‘s primary service area includes 32 towns in northwestern Bergen County, home to over 460,000 people, and it has expanded its footprint well beyond that area. The construction of The New Valley Hospital, due to be completed in April 2024, will be a 900,000 square foot state-of-the-art healthcare destination site on a 40-acre campus in Paramus.

The Valley Medical Group is part of the Valley Health System. Valley Medical Group (VMG) is a multispecialty group practice comprised of physicians and advanced practice providers representing more than 50 medical and surgical specialties. VMG brings together experts in primary care, pediatric, oncology, cardiology, obstetrics & gynecology, and various medical and surgical specialties. Prestigious alliances with Cleveland Clinic's Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute and the Mount Sinai Health System mean our doctors collaborate with the top physician leaders in medicine today. VMG believes the relationships among its doctors and providers are central to success.