Summary

Cook Children's Medical Center and Healthcare System, based in Fort Worth, TX, has an excellent opportunity for a full-time Pediatric Hematologist to join our growing Hematology and Oncology Center to join our active Hematology Service.  Currently, our 16 physicians and 12 nurse practitioners, as well as dedicated multi-disciplinary staff, treat over 80 strokes per year, see over 240 new cancer cases annually, and maintain a population of over 300 sickle cell syndrome patients.  We have a very active outpatient practice and serve an expansive referral area including the Fort Worth Metro area, North Texas as well as East, Central and West Texas and the surrounding states.  Our center is an active member of Children's Oncology Group (COG) and has active collaborations with multiple academic institutions, Phase I consortiums and pharmaceutical companies. Our Hematology Oncology center is very active in clinical research in Oncology, Hematology fields, including involvement in several international pediatric stroke and thrombosis studies.  We are seeking an energetic BC/BE Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist with an interest in Thrombosis and Hemostasis, as well as a strong base in General Hematology to fill this position.  This is an exceptional opportunity to join a patient-focused practice with a high level of independence and opportunities for professional growth.  Involvement in program development will be highly encouraged and supported.

More about Cook Children’s

Cook Children’s Health Care System is one of the country’s leading free standing integrated pediatric health care systems. Cook Children’s records approximately one million patient encounters each year through its medical center, specialty and primary care offices, neighborhood clinics, outpatient settings and home health visits.

Cook Children’s Medical Center is a quaternary care, 462-bed pediatric hospital that is consistently ranked by US News and World Report.  The physicians enjoy a collegial relationship with more than 470 specialty and primary care pediatric physicians employed by the Physician Network.

Fort Worth offers affordable neighborhoods, an enviable cultural scene and many world-class school systems. The area’s diverse industries, consistently low unemployment and excellent quality of life consistently attract top talent looking for new career opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications

Successful candidates will have completed an accredited pediatric specialty training program and be board certified/board eligible in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. Must be qualified to obtain an unrestricted Texas Medical License before commencing employment.

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