This job is archived
University of Virginia Health System Physicians Group: Community Hematology/Oncology Physician Opportunity
Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
Contact Details:
Register to View

Job Summary

Occupation Physician
Specialty Hematology/Oncology
Degree Required MD/DO
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment Clinic/Private Practice
Location Charlottesville, Virginia, United States
Visa Sponsorship Yes

Job Description

Last Update: 4/19/21
The UVA Physicians Group seeks applicants to fill a position for a Hematology/Medical Oncology Physician in our UVA Cancer Center – Charlottesville area (Augusta location).

UVA Cancer Center Community Oncology, with several locations throughout Virginia, specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term care of adult patients with cancer and blood disorders. We offer patients quality treatment options and easy access to the technology, clinical trials, and advanced capabilities of UVA, if necessary. Our staff is highly skilled and explores all treatment options in a fully integrated, patient-focused approach. In addition to our physicians, our care team includes oncology-certified nurses, support nurses and other support personnel.

OVERVIEW OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Clinical: • Works in conjunction with the medical director, administrative management and nursing staff to facilitate superior patient management.
• Exercises independent judgment in the assessment, diagnosing, and initiation of medical processes or procedures commensurate with training and experience and as credentialed by the UVA Health System.
• Performs and documents comprehensive health histories and physical assessments on assigned patients. Formulates diagnoses, identifies problems and health risk profiles of selected patients and documentation, and communicates this information to other members of the healthcare team. Performs orders and interprets diagnostic studies, such as x-rays and laboratory tests, in consultation with staff.
• Requests consultation and initiates referrals to other physicians, including specialists and other healthcare providers when and if necessary.
• Counsels and supports patients and families regarding disease process and treatment plan, thus facilitating communication between patients/families and healthcare team.

Administrative Duties Include: • Preparing and attending to all reports, claims, and correspondence necessary or appropriate to the performance of the professional services.
• Promoting the professional practice of the group.
• Performing other duties as assigned occasionally that are commensurate with professional service normally and customarily provided by a physician.
• Following policies and procedures, including those of UPG, UVA Health System, CMS and other contracted payers with which the group may contract.
• Accurately assigning Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) Codes and ICD Diagnosis codes.
• Working with administrative management on the implementation of policies regarding Advanced Beneficiary Notices (ABN) and other payor requirements necessary to ensure the timely payment of claims.

Requirements: • Board Certified in both Hematology and Medical Oncology

For additional information related to the position, please contact:
Ellen Gilliland @ [Register to View] or cell: [Register to View]