Medical Oncologist

Our client in NY is actively seeking a Medical Oncology Physician for a 96-day assignment. This role involves providing clinical oncology services primarily during standard business hours, three days per week, complemented by dedicated on-call coverage. The Physician will manage a full scope of oncology cases, delivering comprehensive patient care, including inpatient coverage, managing clinical time, conducting follow-ups, and participating in tumor board discussions.

Practice Info

• Setting: Primarily clinic-based with inpatient coverage and significant out-of-house call responsibilities.
• EMR System: CPRS
• Case Variety: Full scope of oncology cases, with a likelihood of veteran-specific conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical oncology services, ensuring punctuality for all scheduled clinics.
• Manage a clinical load including approximately five hours of inpatient coverage per week and 26 hours of bookable clinical time, with remaining duty dedicated to clinical follow-up and tumor board discussions.
• Handle an approximate case load of two patients per hour during bookable clinical time.
• Adhere to all established medication policies and procedures.
• Deliver discharge education and follow-up instructions coordinated with the next care setting for all oncology clinical patients.
• Implement mechanisms for test result notification to patients in compliance with VHA Directive 1088.

Compensation

• Strong compensation

Benefits

• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

Shift & Schedule

• 96-day assignment
• Three days per week (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM)
• 17 weeks of dedicated on-call coverage outside these hours
• Call Schedule: On-call physician coverage required for 17 weeks per calendar year, covering all hours outside standard business hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM), totaling 128 hours per week during assigned on-call weeks.

Qualifications

• Board Certifications: Medical Oncology
• Required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)