Duke Radiation Oncology - Medical Director - Proton Therapy Program

Duke Health

Durham, NC

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Durham, NC
POSTED
17 days ago

The Duke University Department of Radiation Oncology is seeking a Radiation Oncologist for a Medical Director role to focus on Proton Therapy at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC.

Medical Director responsibilities include, but are not limited to

  • Establish protocols for the yet-to-be-opened Proton Center.
  • Develop proton clinical protocols.
  • Oversee the training of staff Radiation Oncologists.
  • Support clinical research.
  • Engage the surrounding medical community.
  • Maintain highest standards.
  • Keep abreast of the latest treatment indications for the delivery of proton therapy for our patients.
  • Understand and monitor the changing reimbursement landscape.
  • Includes multi-disciplinary clinics, tumor boards, and research initiatives.

Ideal candidates

  • Highly motivated individuals are sought to develop their professional careers within the Duke University Department of Radiation Oncology and the Duke Cancer Institute.
  • Clinically and academically oriented.
  • Experienced candidates encouraged to apply.

Duke Health offers a robust compensation plan that rewards clinical productivity and academic excellence. Salary and faculty title will be commensurate with training and experience, and the focus of the role. Faculty members enjoy Duke benefits, including retirement planning, health insurance, CME, relocation, and college tuition assistance for dependent children.

The Triangle area of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill is a growing region where two million residents experience diverse opportunities to grow their careers and enjoy life. From urban to suburban and rural family settings, the Triangle area has options for every lifestyle. Learn more about the Triangle

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.  

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. 

PLEASE NOTE: To be considered for this position, please attach your CV, select SUBMIT APPLICATION, and complete the application questions. 

About the Company

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Duke Health

Duke Health conceptually integrates the Duke University School of Medicine, Duke-NUS Medical School, Duke University School of Nursing, Duke University Health System, our physician practice, Duke Health Integrated Practice, and incorporates the health and health research programs within the Duke Global Health Institute as well as those in schools and centers across Duke University, including the Duke Robert J. Margolis Institute for Health Policy. Duke Health is committed to conducting innovative basic and clinical research, rapidly translating breakthrough discoveries to patient care and population health, providing a unique educational experience to future clinical and scientific leaders, improving the health of populations, and actively seeking policy and intervention-based solutions to complex global health challenges. Underlying these ambitions is a belief that Duke Health is a destination for outstanding people and a dedication to continually explore new ways to help our people grow, collaborate and succeed.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
WEBSITE
https://careers.dukehealth.org/