Job Description:

Title:

Assistant Professor of Oncology, Pediatrics, Supportive and Palliative Care

Job Type:

Regular


Company:

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center


Department:

Pediatrics


Time Type:

Full time


Weekly Hours:

40

FTE:

1


Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)




Summary:

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Pediatric Palliative Care Physician to join our esteemed team. This role involves providing holistic and patient-centered care to children and adolescents with cancer, complex hematologic disorders such as sickle cell disease, and other life-limiting illnesses. The ideal candidate will work closely with our multidisciplinary team to ensure that patients and their families receive comprehensive support throughout their healthcare journey.


Salary $189,070 - $233,629 range is which includes a comprehensive benefits package.


Key Responsibilities:


• Deliver high-quality palliative care services to pediatric patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Collaborate with pediatric hematologists, oncologists, advanced practice providers, nurses, psychologists, social workers, child life specialists, integrative medicine practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Manage complex pain and symptom issues, enhancing patients' quality of life.
• Conduct family meetings to discuss treatment options, goals of care, and advance care planning.




Qualifications:

Required Education and Experience


License and Certification Requirement
1. License or permit to practice as a Medical Doctor in the State of New York.
2. Possession of or eligibility for a valid medical specialty certificate in Pediatric Oncology.


Education and Experience
Medical Doctor degree and prior full-time experience in the field of Pediatric Oncology.


NOTE:
Required degrees must have been granted by an accredited school, college or university or one recognized by Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center as following acceptable educational practices.



Qualifications:

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree.


• Board certification or eligibility in Pediatrics and Palliative Care Medicine.


• Valid medical license to practice in New York.


• Experience in pediatric palliative care, oncology, or a related field is preferred.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a compassionate approach to care.


• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement



Roswell Park Cancer Institute Corporation (RPCIC) and Health Research Inc. (HRI) Roswell Park Division believe that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants or job seekers because of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, creed, age, disability, pregnancy-related condition, military or veteran status, marital or familial status, domestic violence victim status, citizenship status, genetic information, individual's relationship or association with a member of a protected category or any other protected group status as defined by law.



Reasonable Accommodation Request



RPCIC and HRI are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email HR-PayAndBenefits@RoswellPark.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.



Our Core Values



RPCIC and HRI are committed to providing an environment where patients, families, employees and community are treated with courtesy and respect. We support an inclusive environment that nurtures the talents, skills and abilities of each individual to embody and reflect our core values: Innovation, Integrity, Teamwork, Commitment, Compassion and Respect.



Historical Compensation Information Statement


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