Medical Oncologist and/or Hematologist

Inova Schar Cancer Institute is seeking dedicated Medical Oncologists and Hematologists to join our growing team.

Inova Schar Cancer Institute is a state-of-the-art cancer center in the Washington, DC metro area designed to bring healing and hope to every patient. Inova Schar gives patients unmatched logistical, clinical, and emotional support. Our team of nationally renowned doctors, specialists, surgeons, genetic counselors, nurses, and caregivers are backed by the latest in drug discovery, clinical trials, research and advanced treatments.

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Medical Oncologist and Hematologist Responsibilities:

• Deliver coordinated, multispecialty care to patients with solid tumors and benign hematologic conditions in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Participate in multidisciplinary oncology care with a team that includes surgery, radiation oncology, clinical research, genetic counseling, palliative care, nutrition, and psychosocial support.
• Complete initial assessments and evaluations of new patients and provide ongoing monitoring and treatment plans.
• Order prescription medications and diagnostic procedures; coordinate all specialty and ancillary services as needed.
• Actively contribute to programs such as preventive health screenings, professional community outreach, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Engage in clinical research projects and studies in both oncology and classical hematology, including translational efforts.
• Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and collaborative care discussions.
• Provide clinical teaching and in-service education to medical students, residents, and fellows.
• Collaborate closely with nursing, social work, and rehabilitation staff to ensure holistic, patient-centered care.

Clinical Setting & Research Infrastructure:

• Based at the flagship Inova Schar Cancer Center, a 340,000 square foot facility offering comprehensive cancer care under one roof.
• Facilities include a 60-chair infusion unit, radiation oncology with proton therapy, bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy clinics, and a robust clinical research operation.
• Adjacent to Inova Fairfax Medical Campus, a 960-bed Level 1 trauma hospital with established training programs, including a hematology/oncology fellowship and UVA medical student rotations.
• Supported by an experienced clinical research office for industry-sponsored, NCI, and investigator-initiated trials.

Candidate Requirements:

• Medical Oncologist: Board-certified in Medical Oncology; successful completion of an accredited residency and fellowship.
• Classical Hematologist: Board-certified in Hematology; demonstrated experience in clinical care and research of benign hematologic disorders.
• Licensure: Current unrestricted license (or eligibility) to practice medicine in the state of Virginia.
• Proven track record in patient-centered care, education, and clinical research.
• Leadership experience preferred for the Classical Hematology Section Chief role.

Applicants may be considered for current and future opportunities. Positions available for various facilities, shifts and specialty areas.

Shifts: All (Day shift, mid-shift, Night shift)

Specialty Areas: Inpatient and Outpatient Facilities

About Inova Health

We are Inova, Northern Virginia and the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. With expertise and compassion, we partner with our patients to help them stay healthy.

We treat illness, heal injury and look at a patient’s whole health to help them flourish. Through our expansive network of hospitals, primary and specialty care practices, emergency and urgent care centers, and outpatient services, Inova provides care for more than one million unique patients every year. Total patient visits exceed four million annually, demonstrating our ability to deliver the best clinical care and ensuring a seamless experience.

Consistently ranked and recognized as a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience, Inova’s world-class care is made possible by the strength and breadth of our network, our 25,000 team members, our technology and our innovation. In 2025, Inova was named the Health System of the Year by Press Ganey, a national leader in healthcare experience, recognizing our excellence in patient care, team member engagement, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Inova is home to Northern Virginia’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and Level 4 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and provides high-quality healthcare to each person in every community we are privileged to serve – regardless of ability to pay – every day of their life.

We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 25,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.

Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.