Description
. This is a contract, on-site position offering an opportunity to provide essential hematology and oncology care within a collaborative clinical environment.
As a Locum MD in Hematology Oncology, you will deliver comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for patients with blood disorders and cancer. Working on-site with the medical practice team, you will contribute directly to patient outcomes, clinical quality, and continuity of care while bringing specialized expertise to an established practice.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with hematologic and oncologic conditions
- Develop and manage individualized treatment plans for patients
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, imaging, and laboratory results
- Administer and monitor chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and related treatments
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care
- Document patient encounters accurately and maintain complete medical records
- Provide patient education regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and side effects
- Monitor treatment progress and adjust care plans as clinically indicated
- Participate in case discussions and clinical consultations with colleagues
- Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
- Support continuity of care throughout the duration of the locum assignment
- Maintain current medical knowledge in hematology and oncology best practices
Requirements
- Medical degree (MD or DO) from an accredited institution
- Board certification or eligibility in Hematology and/or Oncology
- Associate-level experience in hematology oncology clinical practice
- Valid medical license to practice in the relevant jurisdiction
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills in hematology and oncology
- Experience managing treatment plans for blood disorders and cancer
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients and colleagues
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, on-site clinical environment
- Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and clinical excellence
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in documentation
- Ability to adapt quickly to a locum contract assignment and practice workflows
- Current BLS or ACLS certification as required by the practice (preferred)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8a-4:30p
1 week per month of beeper call coverage
Daily Volume: 16 patients
Duties: Conduct inpatient consults and rounding
Preferred Procedures: Bone marrow biopsies
Support Staff: Physicians, clinical pharmacy, nurse navigation, social work, behavioral health, clinical research, and cancer infusion center team
Must be board-certified
Paid travel & expenses