Carolinas MGMA
Physician - Pediatric Hematology and Oncology - Mercy St. Jude Site Springfield
Carolinas MGMA, Springfield, Missouri, us, 65897
Overview
Find your calling at Mercy!
Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri in partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is recruiting a third full-time pediatric hematology/oncology specialist to join Mercy Kids, a comprehensive children’s hospital and only pediatric cancer center within a three-hour radius. As an affiliate site for St. Jude, we offer comprehensive resources and a stable practice opportunity delivering a fascinating mix of oncology and hematology. This position joins a team of two physicians, two pediatric nurse practitioners, and a full support staff of social worker, child life services, psychology, pharmacy, diet and nutrition, and practice manager.
Mercy has a 200+ year history—let us share this amazing story with you!
Benefits
Program has been established for 15 years—stable and strongly supported
Team of two pediatric hematology/oncology physicians and two pediatric nurse practitioners
We are the only pediatric cancer center within a 3-hour radius
Access to a variety of stimulating cases and research capabilities
Partnership with St. Jude for clinical trials, support, and research
Committed support staff and team—many have been here since its inception
Excellent culture and teamwork that cares about the patients and highest quality and outcomes
Pediatric cancer center and clinic located inside the hospital—cover one campus
No outreach required
Guaranteed salary—focus on quality and patient experience, not wRVUs and production metrics
Recruitment bonus or fellowship stipend available plus paid relocation
Comprehensive, day‑one benefits package for your entire family
Occurrence‑based liability insurance
Hospital Information
886‑bed tertiary hospital and regional referral center for a four‑state catchment area
St. Jude affiliate site
11‑Bed pediatric Emergency Department
12‑bed PICU, 46‑bed NICU, 30‑bed inpatient pediatric floor
600+ physicians across all medical specialties
Most pediatric specialists are available—neurology, neurosurgery, ENT, pulmonology, emergency and intensivists, hospitalists, orthopedics, general and trauma surgery, and more
System‑wide EPIC EMR
Leapfrog Grade A for quality and safety
Ranked in the top 5% nationally for overall clinical excellence by HealthGrades
Visa candidates are encouraged to apply
Location Southwest Missouri
Living here is easy with everything you need! We have access to some of the best outdoor recreation in the country with the Ozark Mountains, a plentiful and growing job market, great schools, universities, world‑class health care, and all the entertainment and cultural options of metro areas—but with far less stress and traffic plus an abundance of character and friendliness. Enjoy a top 10 city for low cost of living and top 20 best places to live and work! Springfield has an excellent airport with daily flights across the country.
Diversity & Inclusion It is a continuing goal to advance diversity and inclusion within our Mercy ministry. We cherish each person as created in the image of God and believe it is our responsibility to strive for excellence in establishing an environment of dignity for all.
AA/EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Contact For more information, please contact Todd Vandewalker, MHA, CPRP. Telephone: 417‑820‑3606 | Email: todd.vandewalker@mercy.net
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Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri in partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is recruiting a third full-time pediatric hematology/oncology specialist to join Mercy Kids, a comprehensive children’s hospital and only pediatric cancer center within a three-hour radius. As an affiliate site for St. Jude, we offer comprehensive resources and a stable practice opportunity delivering a fascinating mix of oncology and hematology. This position joins a team of two physicians, two pediatric nurse practitioners, and a full support staff of social worker, child life services, psychology, pharmacy, diet and nutrition, and practice manager.
Mercy has a 200+ year history—let us share this amazing story with you!
Benefits
Program has been established for 15 years—stable and strongly supported
Team of two pediatric hematology/oncology physicians and two pediatric nurse practitioners
We are the only pediatric cancer center within a 3-hour radius
Access to a variety of stimulating cases and research capabilities
Partnership with St. Jude for clinical trials, support, and research
Committed support staff and team—many have been here since its inception
Excellent culture and teamwork that cares about the patients and highest quality and outcomes
Pediatric cancer center and clinic located inside the hospital—cover one campus
No outreach required
Guaranteed salary—focus on quality and patient experience, not wRVUs and production metrics
Recruitment bonus or fellowship stipend available plus paid relocation
Comprehensive, day‑one benefits package for your entire family
Occurrence‑based liability insurance
Hospital Information
886‑bed tertiary hospital and regional referral center for a four‑state catchment area
St. Jude affiliate site
11‑Bed pediatric Emergency Department
12‑bed PICU, 46‑bed NICU, 30‑bed inpatient pediatric floor
600+ physicians across all medical specialties
Most pediatric specialists are available—neurology, neurosurgery, ENT, pulmonology, emergency and intensivists, hospitalists, orthopedics, general and trauma surgery, and more
System‑wide EPIC EMR
Leapfrog Grade A for quality and safety
Ranked in the top 5% nationally for overall clinical excellence by HealthGrades
Visa candidates are encouraged to apply
Location Southwest Missouri
Living here is easy with everything you need! We have access to some of the best outdoor recreation in the country with the Ozark Mountains, a plentiful and growing job market, great schools, universities, world‑class health care, and all the entertainment and cultural options of metro areas—but with far less stress and traffic plus an abundance of character and friendliness. Enjoy a top 10 city for low cost of living and top 20 best places to live and work! Springfield has an excellent airport with daily flights across the country.
Diversity & Inclusion It is a continuing goal to advance diversity and inclusion within our Mercy ministry. We cherish each person as created in the image of God and believe it is our responsibility to strive for excellence in establishing an environment of dignity for all.
AA/EEO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
Contact For more information, please contact Todd Vandewalker, MHA, CPRP. Telephone: 417‑820‑3606 | Email: todd.vandewalker@mercy.net
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