Hematology / Oncology Section Director - MedStar Washington Hospital Center

About the Job

Section Director, MedStar Washington Hospital Center Dept. of Medicine

Section of Hematology and Oncology

Are you a visionary leader in hematology-oncology ready to shape the future of cancer care in the nation’s capital?

The Department of Medicine and the MedStar Georgetown Cancer Institute at MedStar Washington Hospital Center - one of the largest and most respected hospitals in the Mid-Atlantic - are seeking a dynamic Section Director of Hematology Oncology to lead, grow, and innovate within our cancer program. This is a rare opportunity to build on a strong clinical foundation while advancing a bold vision for equitable, high-impact cancer care across Washington, DC. As a leader in comprehensive cancer care, the Institute is affiliated with the only NCI-designated cancer center in Washington, D.C. The Section Director will work clinically at MedStar Washington Hospital Center, a 912-bed academic medical center, and will benefit from strong support including advanced practice providers, research staff, and administrative resources. The position also includes an academic appointment at Georgetown University and an opportunity to play a pivotal role in transforming cancer care throughout the region.

Why This Role Matters

Washington, DC is a city of tremendous diversity- and profound healthcare disparities. As Section Director, you will have the opportunity to directly impact outcomes for underserved populations while elevating the standard of care across the region. This is more than a leadership role- it’s a platform for meaningful, measurable change.

What You’ll Do

Lead and Inspire a multidisciplinary team of hematologists, oncologists, advanced practice providers, and support staff

Expand Clinical Programs to meet the growing and evolving needs of our community

Drive Innovation in care delivery, clinical trials, and translational research

Strengthen Academic Partnerships and educational programs across MedStar Health

Champion Health Equity by advancing access, outreach, and culturally competent care

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

A mission-driven environment serving a diverse and high-need patient population

Strong institutional commitment to cancer care expansion and modernization

Opportunities to build and lead programs that define the future of oncology in DC

Close collaboration with a robust network across MedStar Health

A leadership role with real autonomy and influence

Who You Are

A board-certified hematologist/oncologist with a track record of clinical excellence

A collaborative leader with experience building and mentoring teams

Passionate about improving cancer care delivery and advancing health equity

Committed to innovation, growth, and academic engagement

Join Us

At MedStar Washington Hospital Center, you’ll find more than a job- you’ll find purpose, partnership, and the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of patients and families across the DC region.

If you’re ready to lead with vision and impact, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity!

About MedStar Health

MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C. region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It’s how we treat people.

MedStar Health is ranked among the “Best Places to Work” by Baltimore magazine, Baltimore Business Journal and Washington Business Journal, and ranked as Top Organization for Diversity by Modern Healthcare

MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health entities that are federal government contractors are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge, without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.