Chief of Breast Medical Oncology at UPMC

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Coordination, Quality Review, Budget Planning, Program Development, Cost Effectiveness Assessment, Administrative Capabilities, Medical Staff Relations, Oncology Practice Definition

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

STATEMENT POLICY The overall function of the Chief of Breast medicial oncology is to coordinate the delivery of inpatient and outpatient specialty care by division faculty to all breast cancer patients as needed in compliance with standards and regulations set forth by JCAHO and other regulatory agencies. BASIC FUNCTIONS The overall function of the Chair of Medical Oncology is to assist the Chief of Hematology/Oncology as well as the Chairman of the UPMC Cancer Centers to coordinate the mission of the community (UPMC Cancer Centers) faculty and the full-time (UPP) faculty. MAJOR TASKS 1) Provide a leadership role in the conduct and coordination of breast cancer care 2) Participate in regular review and evaluation of all quality and appropriateness of patient care rendered by members of the Division. Such review to be carried out through specifically‐ designated medical staff mechanisms. 3) Participate in Division budget planning and assist in the preparation of all reports for the Breast Cancer program 4) Participate in the development of programs and services to serve the needs of oncology patients as deemed medically appropriate. 5) Participate in defining the scope of general oncology practice at the Hospital in a manner consistent with and supportive of, the Hospital’s mission and strategic goals, and advocate the Hospital’s interest related to general oncology services within the University of Pittsburgh Physicians 6) Assess the cost effectiveness of oncology practice at the Hospital and recommend methods by which the most economical use of equipment, supplies and pharmaceuticals can be assured without compromising the medical necessities of treatment. ACCOUNTABILITES/QUALIFICATIONS 1) Board Certified in Hematology or Oncology 2) Licensed to practice medicine in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania 3) Appointment to the Hospital’s Active Medical Staff 4) Appointment to the University of Pittsburgh, School of Medicine Faculty 5) Bases office practice at UPMC Presbyterian-Shadyside Hospitals and the Hillman Cancer Center and utilizes inpatient and ambulatory hospital 6) Proven administrative capabilities in leading comprehensive programs and centers in a department, division or institution

Responsibilities

The Chief of Breast Medical Oncology is responsible for coordinating the delivery of specialty care for all breast cancer patients across inpatient and outpatient settings, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This role also involves assisting leadership in coordinating the mission between community and full-time faculty.