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Cosette Pharmaceuticals Inc.

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This position will initially focus on building Cosette's oncology marketing capabilities and supporting launch readiness for current and future oncology assets. The Director will lead pre-launch ...

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Scientific Director, Oncology - Clinical Communications As a Scientific Director in Clinical Communications, you will own the scientific vision for a portfolio of oncology education programs ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for director oncology in the United States is $191,072.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,000.00 and $191,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Director Oncology requires advanced clinical expertise in oncology, leadership experience, and typically a medical degree (MD or DO) or a relevant graduate degree in nursing or healthcare administration. Familiarity with oncology-specific electronic medical record (EMR) systems, regulatory compliance standards (such as HIPAA), and clinical trial oversight is essential. High-level communication, strategic planning, and team management skills set exceptional leaders apart in this position. These qualifications ensure the effective delivery of cancer care, adherence to safety and compliance, and the ability to inspire and lead multidisciplinary teams.

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One of the main challenges in the Director Oncology role is balancing high-quality patient care with rapidly evolving treatment protocols, budget considerations, and complex regulatory requirements. Directors must also manage and motivate multidisciplinary teams while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Staying current with oncology research, investing in leadership development, and maintaining open communication across clinical and administrative staff can help candidates succeed. Additionally, experience navigating healthcare technology and understanding the unique needs of oncology patients will be very beneficial. Preparing for these aspects ensures you can make a strong impact from day one.

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Director Oncology

CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy

Omaha, NE • On-site

$54.50 - $81.07/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description


Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our outpatient Oncology Director, you will be responsible for the management and coordination of resources necessary for the achievement of maximal clinical patient outcomes within Oncology services.


Every day you will provide leadership in the activities of the clinic, interpret hospital and clinic policies to department staff, and analyze and resolve worker and work-related problems. You will also work collaboratively with interdepartmental staff persons and allied health care professionals to coordinate the administration of outpatient chemotherapy, intravenous infusion, radiation therapy, and oncology support services.


To be successful in this role, you will effectively manage comprehensive oncology operations, ensuring high clinical patient outcomes, resolving operational challenges, and fostering seamless interdepartmental collaboration, all while responsibly interfacing Oncology services within the health system.

  • Coordinates and plans work flow of department consistent with appropriate benchmarks
  • Has the authority to interview, hire, orient, terminate, promote, train and conduct performance evaluations
  • Allocate and direct staffing needs to meet patient, unit and department needs, and collaborate with others to ensure overall staffing needs are met
  • Manage performance including: setting goals, clarifying job expectations, monitoring performance progress, providing feedback, recognize, developing skills and addressing performance issues related to work and our commitments using corrective action
  • Maintains a daily operative awareness and supervises patient care daily
  • Ensures proper professional, safe, quality operations through active participation and development of quality management plan and compliance with inventory within budget constraints to assure uninterrupted services
Job Requirements

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Healthcare related field
  • Minimum of Five (5) years in Oncology services

Preferred

  • Master's degree in Healthcare related field
Where You'll Work

At CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy, our focus is patient-centered care. Our level I trauma center and academic medical center campus is designed to heal the body, mind, and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services includes trauma services, heart and vascular care, emergency services, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging.

Qualifications:

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Healthcare related field
  • Minimum of Five (5) years in Oncology services

Preferred

  • Master's degree in Healthcare related field
Employment Type: Full Time

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