Medical Oncology Job In Denver, Colorado
Hematology and Medical Oncology Physician
Description
Specialization:
Hematology and Medical Oncology
Job Summary:
The Melanoma and Skin Cancer Institute, in conjunction with Swedish Medical Center, is recruiting a new medical oncologist to join their team in Denver, COQualified Candidates:
- Internal Medicine board certified is preferred
- Medical Oncology board eligible/board certified
- Interest/eaxperience in treating melanoma and skin cancer required
- Experience as Principal Investigator, or strong interest in future participation as Investigator in high-level clinical trials in melanoma and cutaneous malignancy
- Interest/Experience in hospital-based service line development or practice leadership
- Motivated; adaptable, team player, inquisitive, idea-generating
- Experienced candidates as well as upcoming graduates encouraged to apply
- Competitive market salary
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Relocation assistance
- Signing bonus
- The MSCI is a medical oncology practice and research institute specializing in treating patients diagnosed with melanoma and other types of skin cancers
- Led by Dr. Ryan Weight, the team at The MSCI offers a combined 20 years of experience caring for cancer patients
- The MSCI leads and enrolls to practice-changing national and global clinical trials including NIH funded translational research in partnership with local research institutes
- The MSCI brings cutting edge medicine to melanoma and skin cancer patients in the state of Colorado and beyond
- The MSCI provides opportunities to engage directly with leading pharmaceutical partners to bring the most advanced melanoma care to the region
- The MSCI engages in investigator-initiated research to bring physician-led ideas to clinical practice
- Swedish Medical Center is a 408-bed Level I trauma in Englewood serving the south Denver metro area for over 110 years
- Swedish Medical Center is nearing completion of a Cancer Pavilion that will foster the highest level of innovation through multidisciplinary care in a single location
- Swedish Medical Center is part of the Sarah Cannon Cancer Network and Sarah Cannon Research Institute, the global cancer enterprise of HCA Healthcare
The Denver, Colorado metro area is home to 2.7 million people on the western edge of the Colorado High Plains, just east of the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Denver is the capitol of the nation's 5th fastest growing state with a growth rate that has consistently outpaced the nation since the 1930's. Forbes Magazine tagged Denver as the most stable real estate market in the US.
The Denver metro area consistently tops the lists of most livable cities. We enjoy a panoramic view of the Rocky Mountains, the nation's largest public park system, and 300+ days of sunshine a year. The climate offers the best of 4 seasons with mild winters averaging daily high of 45 degrees. Our famed Colorado "champagne-powder" snow melts quickly in Denver's sunshine. Low humidity and cool mornings & evenings explain Colorado's status as one of the top summer vacation destinations.
It's no wonder that Metro Denver's active residents are among the nation's healthiest. After work or school, we enjoy the miles and miles of community walk/bike trails and rich variety of recreation centers and amateur athletic leagues. Families love Denver's Zoo--4th most popular in the U.S and the Botanic Gardens which ranks 5th in the U.S. On weekends and days off, the famous mountain trails, rivers & resorts are just 90 minutes from your doorstep.
Denver fields 8 pro sports teams and is the only city with three new world-class stadiums. A phenomenal array of cultural attractions visit The Denver Performing Arts Complex--the largest such facility under one roof outside of New York City. Music aficionados know that Colorado's festivals and venues like the Red Rocks Amphitheater earn a spot on every major national tour.
Swedish Medical Center is an acute care hospital with 368 licensed beds, a Level I Trauma Center, and serves as a regional referral center for neurotrauma and stroke. Swedish's Centers of Excellence include: Adult and Pediatric Trauma Services, Neurosciences, Advanced Radiology Capabilities, Cancer Treatment Services, Cardiology Services and Women's & Children's Services. Swedish is located in the south Denver among Colorado's best neighborhoods and school districts. Swedish is the 2006-2011 Consumer Choice Award Winner as the preferred Hospital in Denver.