Medical Director, Hematology and Medical Oncology

Medical Director, Hematology and Medical Oncology

VHC Health - Arlington, Virginia
Full-Time | Main Hospital Campus

VHC Health is seeking an experienced, visionary, and collaborative Board-Certified Hematologist/Medical Oncologist to serve as the inaugural Medical Director, Hematology and Medical Oncology at our flagship hospital campus in Arlington, Virginia.

This is a unique opportunity for a senior oncology leader to build and shape a comprehensive hematology and medical oncology program from the ground up within one of the highest-performing independent health systems in the Washington, DC metropolitan region. The ideal candidate will bring significant clinical expertise, demonstrated leadership experience, and a passion for developing innovative, patient-centered oncology services in a growing community-based academic environment.

This full-time employed leadership position combines active clinical practice with strategic program development, physician leadership, operational oversight, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Why VHC Health

• VHC Health is a nationally recognized, independent health system known for clinical excellence, innovation, physician engagement, and exceptional patient outcomes.

• Highlights include:

• Ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the Washington, DC metropolitan region by U.S. News & World Report

• Multiple "A" Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group

• CMS 5-Star Overall Hospital Quality Rating

• Magnet® designation for nursing excellence

• Accredited with Commendation by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC)

• Independent health system with strong physician leadership and administrative support

• Modern ambulatory and inpatient oncology infrastructure with continued investment in cancer services

• Located in Arlington, Virginia - consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States with immediate access to Washington, DC

• At VHC Health, physician leaders have the opportunity to meaningfully influence strategy, operations, quality, and growth while practicing in a collaborative and highly respected clinical environment.

Position Overview

The Medical Director, Hematology and Medical Oncology will serve as the clinical and strategic leader responsible for developing, launching, and growing VHC Health's hematology and medical oncology program.

Because this is a new and expanding service line, the organization seeks a physician leader with substantial experience in oncology program building, service-line growth, multidisciplinary care coordination, and operational leadership. This role is ideal for a physician who is energized by the opportunity to establish clinical infrastructure, recruit and mentor providers, standardize care pathways, and shape the future vision of oncology care delivery across the health system.

The Medical Director will work closely with executive leadership, hospital administration, nursing, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, infusion services, pharmacy, pathology, and support services to create a high-quality, integrated cancer program focused on exceptional patient outcomes and experience.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school

• Completion of an ACGME-accredited Hematology/Medical Oncology fellowship

• Board Certification in Medical Oncology required

• Eligibility for unrestricted Virginia medical licensure

• Minimum of 5 years of post-training clinical oncology experience strongly preferred

• Prior leadership experience as a Medical Director, Associate Medical Director, Program Director, or oncology service-line leader preferred

• Demonstrated experience in program development, clinical operations, or oncology growth initiatives strongly preferred

• Commitment to multidisciplinary collaboration, quality improvement, and patient-centered care

Position Highlights

• Opportunity to build and lead a growing hematology and medical oncology program from the ground up

• Full-time employed physician leadership position

• Combination of clinical practice and executive-level medical directorship

• Strong administrative, operational, and nursing support

• Highly collaborative physician culture

• Independent health system with agility and physician influence

• Access to a diverse and growing patient population in Northern Virginia and the Washington, DC region

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive physician executive compensation package

• Leadership stipend plus productivity and quality incentives

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

• Generous paid time off and CME allowance

• Retirement plan options

• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

• Relocation assistance available

About Arlington, Virginia

Located just minutes from Washington, DC, Arlington offers an exceptional quality of life with nationally ranked schools, vibrant neighborhoods, extensive parks and trails, and convenient access to culture, dining, and international travel. The region is consistently recognized as one of the most desirable places to live and work in the country.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a CV and cover letter to:

Andrea Bell
Director of Physician Services Recruitment