- Salary
- $282k – $411k
- Location
- Main Campus - Pavilion L, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Education
- PhD
- Source
- Workday
Description
We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.
Our Values
Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency
Department
Hematology/Oncology PhysiciansJob SummaryPhysicians in the Division of Hematology-Oncology diagnose illnesses related to the blood as well as malignant neoplastic processes, prescribe and administer treatment for people suffering from injury and/or disease, with expertise in chemotherapy and oncolytic treatments. Physicians examine patients, obtain medical histories, and order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests. Physicians performs procedures related to the specialty such as bone marrow biopsies and intrathecal chemotherapy administration. Documents all services in patient medical record. Serves as faculty members of the University of Colorado, School of Medicine.
Essential Functions:
- Collect medical histories of patients. (10%)
- Perform diagnostic procedures using MRIs, x-rays, and biopsies to determine the existence and extent of cancerous tumors. (40%)
- Create a treatment plan, typically comprised of radiation, chemotherapy, and/or surgery to combat cancers. (20%)
- Perform physical evaluations and administrative tasks, like maintaining medical records. (10%)
- Coordinate with other medical professionals to offer the best care possible for the patient. (10%)
- Perform bone marrow transplants. (5%)
- Provide supportive care to patients, including prescribing drugs to fight pain, inflammation, nausea, and fatigue. (5%)
Education:
- Doctorate Degree Graduate of an accredited medical school. Required
Work Experience:
Licenses:
- BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required
- MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures and techniques.
- Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, notably chemotherapeutic and oncolytic agents.
- Perform bone marrow aspirations and biopsies.
- Administer intrathecal chemotherapy.
- Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care.
- Able to receive detailed information through oral communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications.
- Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills.
- Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value systems.
- Performs in a tactful and professional manner.
- A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
- Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
- Computer skills required.
- Computer skills preferred.
Shift
Work Type
RegularSalary
$282,000.00 - $410,600.00 / yrBenefits
At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.
Here is a small list of our benefit programs:
- Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
- 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
- Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
- Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
- Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
- Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
- Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
- Tuition reimbursement & assistance
- Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
- Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
- National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer
About Denver Health
Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.
Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.