Hematology/Oncology Physician

ProLocums; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Hematology Oncology provider for a locum opportunity in Elizabethtown, KY. This role involves both inpatient and outpatient coverage with a focus on providing quality care to adult and geriatric patients. The ideal candidate will be board certified in both hematology and oncology, with a clean malpractice record and an active Kentucky license. Enjoy a flexible schedule with consistent coverage while making a significant impact on patient care in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about oncology and hematology, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Board certification in both Hematology and Oncology is required.
• Active Kentucky license or IMLC is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient care during clinic hours and inpatient rounding as needed.
• Administer chemotherapy and immunotherapy in the infusion center.

Skills

Board Certified in Hematology

Board Certified in Oncology

Active KY License

Clean Malpractice Record

Job description

Description:

Locums Hematology Oncology Opportunity in Elizabethtown, KY where inpatient/outpatient coverage with call is needed. Here are some of the details:

Start Date: As soon as credentialed, 2024 - Ongoing

Schedule/Need: Consistent every other week coverage or hopefully 3 weeks every month for a year.

• Clinic Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4:30 pm
• Every other week, potential for a 3rd week starting September. Consistent coverage is key.
• Call week runs from Monday 8 am to Monday 8 am. Providers handle their own call during the day; actual call hours start after clinic closes at 4:30 pm and resume at 8 am.

Candidate Requirements:

• Board Certified in BOTH Hematology and Oncology: REQUIRED
• If completed a combined Hem/Onc fellowship, board certification in either Hematology or Oncology is required: REQUIRED
• Active KY license or IMLC: REQUIRED
• Clean Malpractice Record: REQUIRED

Position Details:

• Looking for ongoing coverage
• Inpatient/Outpatient: Outpatient during the day in clinic; inpatient for rounding or call if needed.
• Infusion center work, administering chemo and immunotherapy.
• The provider oversees the Infusion Center.
• Assist mainly with new hematology consults and follow-up of established hematology and oncology patients. Example: stable breast patients on Arimidex, Tamoxifen, or immunotherapy.
• Adult and Geriatric patients; no pediatrics.
• Locum to see stable patients on treatment when their primary oncologist is unavailable; treatment plans should remain unchanged once established.
• Coverage for new and follow-up hematology consults.
• Complex treatment patients will be managed by a staff MD.
• Support staff (MA) will assist with patient rooming.
• Percentage of Hematology vs. Oncology: approximately 75% Hematology, 25% Oncology, varying week to week.
• No inpatient admissions required.

For more information, please contact Danielle McCall.