Director of Oncology, MD

Overview

CVP is seeking a distinguished Director of Oncology for an open-ended consulting engagement supporting a critical, high-visibility federal healthcare initiative. This opportunity is ideally suited for a MD Oncologist with VA experience who is looking to leverage deep clinical expertise and firsthand institutional knowledge in a senior program leadership capacity. In this role, you will serve as a senior project leader on the engagement, providing strategic direction, cross-functional oversight, and executive stakeholder engagement across a complex, multi-site healthcare transformation program. You will lead a team of project managers and workstream leads, providing mentorship and strategic guidance to advance program objectives with precision and impact.

 

The ideal candidate is a clinically credentialed, operationally experienced leader who understands the complexities of VA healthcare delivery from the inside and is ready to apply that expertise to drive large-scale program strategy, stakeholder alignment, and measurable outcomes at a national level. Your background practicing and leading oncology programs uniquely positions you to bridge the gap between clinical realities and program execution in ways that few others can.

 

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior program leadership presence, leveraging direct oncology experience to inform strategy, build credibility with federal stakeholders, and drive program outcomes
• Establish and maintain program governance frameworks, decision-making structures, and escalation pathways across complex, multi-site healthcare transformation efforts
• Lead executive-level engagement with federal healthcare leadership, drawing on firsthand knowledge of VA clinical operations and organizational culture
• Drive cross-functional coordination across clinical, administrative, technical, and operational teams to ensure cohesive program execution
• Translate clinical expertise into actionable program strategy, workflow design, and implementation planning
• Oversee development and maintenance of program plans, risk registers, milestone tracking, and executive reporting
• Identify and mitigate program risks, issues, and dependencies, escalating as appropriate
• Lead development of program documentation, briefing materials, and strategic communications for senior leadership audiences
• Mentor and guide junior project managers and workstream support staff
• Assess emerging oncology trends, care delivery innovations, and opportunities to enhance program outcomes at scale
• Ensure all program activities align with federal healthcare regulations, compliance requirements, and organizational objectives

Qualifications

• MD required with oncology specialty
• Active or former VA clinical experience, direct working knowledge of VA healthcare systems and operations. Candidates with VA oncology program leadership experience within the last 3–5 years are strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in healthcare, with a combination of clinical practice and program or operational leadership
• 8+ years of direct oncology experience, including exposure to large-scale program implementation, quality improvement, or transformation initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior federal healthcare leadership and executive stakeholders
• Strong command of program governance, risk management, and performance measurement frameworks
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance; U.S. Citizenship required
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level briefing and reporting capabilities

 

Desired Skills

• Direct experience practicing or leading oncology programs within the VA healthcare system
• Familiarity with VHA organizational structure, VISN operations, and federal program management frameworks

1099 Consulting Engagement with Full-time employment following, pending program award

 

About CVP

 

CVP is an award-winning healthcare and next-gen technology and consulting services firm solving critical problems for healthcare, national security, and public sector clients. We help organizations achieve lasting transformation.

 

CVP is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to actively recruiting individuals and providing advancement opportunities based on merit and legitimate job qualifications. We ensure that all associates receive equal opportunities based on their personal qualifications and job requirements. CVP strictly prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment.

 

At CVP, we cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all associated. We are committed to maintaining a workplace where everyone can grow both personally and professionally.