Benign Hematology Faculty

Job Description & Requirements

Classical (Benign) Hematology Physician – Faculty Opportunity | UConn Health | Farmington, Connecticut

UConn Health’s Carole and Ray Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a full-time Classical (Benign) Hematology physician to join its growing Hematology Division in Farmington, Connecticut. This new position reflects a significant increase in benign hematology patient volume, a current backlog, and expansion of services.

The incoming physician will join an established, collaborative team and help meet the growing need for specialized care across classical hematology, with opportunities to participate in teaching and academic activities.

Position Highlights

· Become part of established sickle cell, congenital bleeding disorders, and thrombosis programs, with opportunity to develop an individual clinical niche.

· Primarily focus on classical (benign) hematology (approximately 80%), with the remaining clinical focus in malignant hematology (approximately 20%), including CLL and aggressive lymphomas.

· Participate in outpatient clinic, teaching medical students, residents and fellows, and administrative responsibilities.

· Provide approximately three days of outpatient clinical care, two days of administrative protected time per week and participate in inpatient hematology/oncology service 6–8 weeks annually, covering consults and admissions.

· Benefit from strong inpatient support, including a fellow, two APPs, a pharmacist, and residents as available.

· Work with a dedicated multidisciplinary team and resources, including a highly collaborative Hematopathology Lab, coagulation support, perioperative clearance expertise, established EPIC protocols and order sets, and a dedicated Clinical Trials Office.

· Explore opportunities for clinical trials and collaboration through the Clinical Trials Office and Jackson Laboratory partnership.

· Provide care through the DOC Hematology Clinic, offering a unique opportunity to serve a medically underserved population.

Compensation & Benefits

· Competitive salary commensurate with rank and experience

· $10,000 sign-on bonus

· $20,000 relocation assistance

· Comprehensive benefits package

· Visa sponsorship available, including J-1 and H-1B

Candidate Qualifications

· MD or DO degree.

· Board Eligible or Board Certified in Hematology.

· Candidates at all experience levels are welcome, including new graduates.

· Interest in classical/benign hematology, willingness to participate in teaching and academic activities.

· Collegial, collaborative, and team-oriented approach to patient care.

Community Information

· Live in one of Connecticut's most desirable communities, offering an excellent quality of life, highly regarded schools, strong academic performance, wonderful balance of suburban living, outdoor recreation, and modern convenience.

· Experience all four New England seasons, including colorful fall foliage, beautiful spring landscapes, warm summers, and picturesque snowy winters.

· Just minutes from Hartford, Connecticut's capital, 2 hours from Boston and New York City, convenient access to Interstate 84 and other major roadways.

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