If it’s possible, you will find it at Atrium Health—the leading community-focused academic healthcare system serving North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. We invite experienced Behavioral Health physicians to discover all that we can do when we bring healing hearts, inquisitive minds and progressive visionaries together in our Supportive Oncology team at Atrium Health Levine Cancer in Charlotte, NC.
Position Highlights:
- Dedicated psycho-oncology suite within Supportive Oncology floor of flagship cancer institute
- Outpatient clinic within premier cancer research and treatment institute
- Provide psychiatric consultation and treatment of oncology patients
- Opportunities for subspecialty development
- Established integrated services with oncologic teams and steady referral streams
- Joining thriving Psycho-Oncology section of 20+ LCSWs, 2 Psychologists, 5 Psychotherapists, and RN/CMA support along with substantial support programs
- Psycho-Oncology administratively structured within Department of Supportive Oncology that promotes interdisciplinary collaboration with Cancer Nutrition, Cancer Rehabilitation (Neuropsychology), Integrative Oncology, Palliative Medicine, Patient Navigation, Senior Oncology, and Survivorship.
- Academic appointment opportunity with Wake Forest Baptist School of Medicine
- Academic (Heme Onc/Palliative Medicine Fellows, Psychiatry residents, and medical student rotations) and research time could be allocated. Weekly education and research meetings.
- Full-time weekday work schedule, 1 in 8 weekends – Virtual CL call coverage
Ideal Candidate:
- CL Fellowship training or Internal Medicine/Psychiatry background preferred
- Psycho-oncology or related experience preferred
- Demonstrates appropriate critical thinking and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaborate in a collegial care team
- Comfortable with onsite and virtual environments
Levine Cancer of Atrium Health is a unique institution designed with the innovative vision to deliver outstanding cancer care across the Carolinas, building upon its strong network of affiliated hospitals and providers. At LCI, there are more than 200 cancer doctors experienced in treating the full spectrum of solid tumor and blood cancers. With training from some of the nation’s best cancer programs and expertise in treating even the rarest and most challenging cases, our specialists have the knowledge and skill needed to best treat our patients.
The Department of Supportive Oncology is an integrated, multidisciplinary team that provides support to Levine Cancer Institute patients through an array of innovative programs and services. Supportive Oncology services are at 6 Levine Cancer locations in the greater Charlotte area.
Atrium Health Behavioral Health Charlotte is a vital part of Carolinas Medical Center and is the largest regional provider of mental health and substance abuse services in the Carolinas. They provide the most advanced care in psychiatric and substance abuse services and offers treatment options for adults, adolescents, and children through a comprehensive, integrated system of inpatient and outpatient programs.
When you join Atrium Health, you will be welcomed into an inclusive culture that celebrates and respects the contributions a diverse team can make together. Practice where your voice is valued, your passion for advancing medicine is rewarded, and you get the resources and support you need to thrive personally and professionally. In our nationally-renowned integrated health system, you can work alongside the most advanced minds in medicine to improve medicine, elevate hope and advance healing—for all.
Candidates interested in applying for this position should contact lyric.whitener@atriumhealth.org.
