Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary Range: $330,000 – $345,000 per year (commensurate with experience)
Application Deadline: January 7, 2026

About the Role:

VA Sierra Nevada has a high-quality cancer care program with a multidisciplinary committee coordinating between all programs providing cancer-related services. The system’s R&D program is actively outreaching for opportunities to offer novel cancer treatments through clinical trials with VA’s Precision Oncology Programs, VA’s National Oncology Program, and the National Cancer Institute. We have locally-initiated research portfolios that are impacting key research and clinical priorities in the Veterans Health Administration. Our clinician scientists are recognized regional and national leaders influencing cancer care quality and access to care. We are seeking an oncologist who will be interested in contributing to our robust cancer care initiatives. 

Join a dedicated team at the VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System as a Hematologist/Oncologist providing high-quality, compassionate care to our nation’s Veterans. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to practice in a collaborative, patient-centered environment with access to cutting-edge resources and support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and manage hematologic and oncologic conditions.
• Provide outpatient and inpatient consultations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive cancer care.
• Participate in tumor boards and quality improvement initiatives.
• Utilize VA’s electronic health record system for documentation and care coordination.

Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• Board Certification/Eligibility in Hematology and/or Oncology.
• Active, unrestricted medical license.

Why Choose VA Sierra Nevada?

• Competitive salary with annual performance bonuses.
• Federal benefits package: health insurance, retirement, paid leave.
• Malpractice coverage provided.
• Eligible for Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP).
• Work-life balance with predictable hours and no call.
• Opportunity to serve those who served our country.

Let's Connect! 

Kelly De Boer, VHA Supervisor Physician Recruitment , Kelly.deboer@va.gov

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About VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is the largest integrated health care system in the United States, providing care at 1,321 health care facilities, including 172 VA Medical Centers and 1,138 outpatient sites of care of varying complexity (VHA outpatient clinics) to over 9 million Veterans enrolled in the VA health care program. VHA Medical Centers provide a wide range of services including traditional hospital-based services such as surgery, critical care, mental health, orthopedics, pharmacy, radiology and physical therapy. In addition, most of our medical centers offer additional medical and surgical specialty services including audiology & speech pathology, dermatology, dental, geriatrics, neurology, oncology, podiatry, prosthetics, urology, and vision care. Some medical centers also offer advanced services such as organ transplants and plastic surgery.

Connections working at VA Sierra Nevada Health Care System

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