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Newport News, Virginia, United States
Onsite
As a provider with Riverside Health Medical Group, you would join a team of providers who are respected leaders and part of our collaborative care delivery team. Our providers care for our patients as if they are those they love. Our core values are built into our provider compact that outlines our dedication to our patients as our first priority. Our providers encourage patient involvement, embrace change, and take ownership in the success of the team and the organization. If that resonates with you, we would like to speak to you.
Hiring Range: $502,000.00 – $650,000.00
Actual pay depends on specialty, experience, and performance
Riverside Medical Group is seeking an Physician Director, Oncology Research for Riverside Medical Group in Newport News, Virginia
Responsibilities of the Role
Riverside Research Program Summary
In July 2023, Riverside Health and UVA Health launched a strategic alliance to expand patient access to advanced care for complex conditions, transplants, and cutting-edge clinical trials. This collaboration fosters knowledge sharing, innovation, and growth across both health systems.
By January 2024, the alliance had proposed and endorsed a strategic plan to grow research capabilities. Leadership infrastructure and joint committee development are currently underway. Initial focus areas include oncology, neurosciences, and cardiovascular research at Riverside Health.
Key leadership roles include:
The alliance will establish a Joint Clinical Trials Program Steering Committee with representatives from both organizations. All Clinical Trials Office (CTO) functions will be consolidated into a single department, based at Riverside and managed by UVA Health. The goal is to develop a coordinated research program that includes both UVA Health trials and external studies aligned with the needs of Riverside’s patient population.
To support this vision, the alliance is seeking a Physician Director for Oncology Research, based at the Hematology/Oncology practice in Newport News. This leader will oversee the development and management of a robust oncology clinical trials program across the Riverside Cancer Care Network, including coordination with other cancer specialties such as radiation oncology.
The successful candidate will:
Key Qualifications
Riverside Cancer Care Network
Riverside Health operates a comprehensive network of nine cancer care centers across southeastern Virginia, offering integrated services in medical oncology, radiation oncology, and surgical oncology. This includes a joint venture Stereotactic Radiosurgery Center in Williamsburg, VA, in affiliation with UVA Health and Chesapeake Regional Medical Center.
Our cancer care services are available in:
The network includes:
Most of our oncology specialists are employed through Riverside Medical Group, ensuring coordinated, patient-centered care.
For more information visit: https://www.riversideonline.com/provider-recruitment/riverside-medical-group#
Education & Qualifications
About the Riverside Foundation
The Riverside Foundation supports excellence in care and service across neurosciences, cancer care, hospice, mental health, and lifelong health. It also provides scholarships, and a help fund for team members.
We are proud and excited to introduce you to the vibrant and diverse communities we serve. From the historic charm of Williamsburg to the coastal beauty of the Eastern Shore, each location offers a unique blend of culture, lifestyle, and opportunity. These communities are not only home to our patients and providers—they are the heart of everything we do.
Newport News:
Culture, Cuisine, and Coastal Beauty
Experience Newport News, where every meal shared, every sunset admired, and every laugh exchanged becomes a cherished memory in the making!
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Newport News
With its diverse range of activities, Newport News greets visitors with stories waiting to be uncovered. The USS Monitor Center at The Mariners’ Museum houses the remains of this famous Civil War ironclad, including its iconic turret, while the Virginia Living Museum showcases plants, animals, and habitats native to the state. Delve into Newport News’ rich African American heritage – from museums and businesses to artwork and historic sites – each telling stories of resilience and creativity. Explore the city's vibrant culinary scene, where every dish tells a tale of
our favorite local flavors. In Newport News, every meal shared, every sunset admired, and every laugh exchanged becomes a cherished memory in the making.
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