Hematologic or Medical Oncology for Associate Chair, Oncology Services, VMG, and Director, Hematology and Medical Oncology

Valley Medical Group (VMG) seeks an experienced Hematologic or Medical Oncology leader to serve as Associate Chair, Oncology Services, VMG, and Director, Hematology and Medical Oncology.

Valley-Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Care (VMSCCC), an exceptional community-based, multispecialty cancer program in northern New Jersey, is a collaboration between the Valley Health System (VHS) and New York's Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS). Professional services of VMSCCC are provided under the auspices of VMG.

The Associate Chair, Oncology Services, will work closely with the Chair in providing leadership, clinical oversight, and strategic vision for VMSCCC. The position will work collaboratively with senior leadership in VHS and MSHS to further develop programs of clinical care, research, education, and community outreach. The Associate Chair will partner with the VMSCCC Quality Department to assure continued accreditation of Valley’s cancer program by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer, as well as other accreditations. In addition, the Associate Chair will serve a critical role in directing the expansion of clinical cancer research. The Associate Chair will be a voting member of the VMG Executive Committee and will serve on the Medical Staff Oncology Service Line Executive Committee of the Valley Hospital (TVH).

As Director, Hematology and Medical Oncology, the role will focus on managing and expanding our QOPI-accredited Hematology and Medical Oncology practice and ensuring ambulatory and inpatient care of the highest quality. It is anticipated that they will play a key role in the development of a Hematology and Medical Oncology fellowship.

This role will serve in a collaborative team with VHS, VMG, and The Valley Hospital (TVH) leaders.

ABOUT VALLEY-MOUNT SINAI COMPREHENSIVE CANCER CARE

Valley-Mount Sinai Coprehensive Cancer Care, at The Luckow Pavilion, 1 Valley Health Plaza, Paramus, NJ

We are located at The Valley Hospital’s Cancer Center on Valley’s 40-acre health care campus. The Cancer Center also houses 9 hematologist/oncologists, 10 surgical oncology specialists, 3 radiation oncologists, and 13 advanced practice providers. We offer ambulatory surgery, diagnostic imaging, infusion therapy, and radiation therapy on site. Valley’s programs are accredited by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons, the QOPI of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, the American College of Radiology, and the American Society for Radiation Oncology.

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FACULTY & RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES

Valley’s accredited Internal Medicine Residency program will offer teaching opportunities, a Hematology/Oncology fellowship is being planned for 2026. Appointment to the faculty of the Icahn School of Medicine at a level commensurate with experience and academic potential is anticipated.

An on-site team at Valley provides support for our active research program, which includes investigator-initiated trials in addition to NCTN and industry-sponsored research. Protected time is provided for clinical trials, and intramural funding is available for investigators to develop innovative research programs. Valley-Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Care is the proud recent recipient of a grant to fund initiatives to increase patients’ access to clinical trials and other opportunities for underrepresented patient groups.

DETAILS & BENEFITS

• It is anticipated that the Associate Chair will devote 60% of their time to administrative responsibilities and 40% of their time to clinical practice. Depending on the candidate’s interests and track record, this can be modified to accommodate research activities
• Generous Compensation and Benefit Package
• CME allowance and time
• Malpractice coverage
• Relocation allowance

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Medicine or Osteopathy
• Board Certification in Medical Oncology and/or Hematology required
• Strong leadership, management, and collaboration skills
• Master's degree in business, health services management or public health preferred
• Proven record of programmatic development with a minimum of 5-7 years of administrative experience.
• Experience in cancer research including a record of publications
• Unrestricted license to practice medicine in New Jersey required
• A minimum of 10 years' experience in clinical practice
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards related to cancer care and research
• Proven relationship-building skills with physicians as well as with all other key stakeholders
• Skilled in problem resolution and strong analytical abilities
• Ability to build trust and confidence with utmost integrity
• Ability to lead change and build consensus to support change
• Solid clinical and clinical data related analytical skills
• Ability to serve as a role model for collegiality and collaboration across the organization

Bergen County is one of the most desirable counties in the United States, with excellent schools, low crime, numerous recreational and cultural activities, and proximity to NYC. Valley is committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and sustaining a respectful, equitable, and inclusive environment.

This is an extraordinary opportunity for a compassionate, dedicated, and forward-thinking hematologist/hematologic oncologist. If you are 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.