Hematology/Oncology Physician

UNC Health Care; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in Western North Carolina is seeking a dedicated hematology/oncology physician to join a compassionate team. This full-time role involves engaging with patients in a well-equipped cancer center, ensuring high-quality care, and leading initiatives to streamline oncology practices. The practice is known for its exceptional patient satisfaction and collaborative environment. Located in a scenic area with access to major cities, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career in a supportive community. If you are passionate about oncology and patient-centered care, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be personable and engaging with patients.
• Experience in outpatient and inpatient care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for hematology and oncology patients.
• Lead initiatives to enhance access to clinical trials.

Skills

Patient Care

Oncology Knowledge

Clinical Trials

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Education

MD or DO degree

Board Certification in Hematology/Oncology

Job description

Description

Hematology & Medical Oncology Opportunity - Western, NC

Caldwell UNC Health is the preferred healthcare provider in Caldwell County. The Emergency Department handles approximately 30,000+ visits annually. UNC Physicians Network offers primary care and select specialty care across thirteen medical park locations throughout the county. Our 137-bed licensed hospital is part of the UNC Health System. We are seeking a personable and engaging hematology/oncology physician to join our team.

Position Features:

• Office locations at McCreary Cancer Center, a service of UNC Hospitals: 212 Mulberry Street SW, Lenoir, NC & 160 River Bend Drive, Granite Falls, NC
• Full-time position, with a minimum of 36 patient contact hours per week
• Shared evening and weekend call (virtual, not requiring on-site presence) every 5 weeks
• Part of a compassionate team including one Hem/Onc physician, three APPs, a Radiation Oncologist, and over 40 support staff
• Cancer Center spanning 16,313 sq ft, equipped with a new Linear Accelerator, CT Simulation, Infusion, Pharmacy, Lab, and comprehensive supportive services, plus a 3,500 sq ft satellite facility

Established in 2006, the Cancer Center is a well-regarded resource serving Caldwell County and surrounding areas. The offices are located on two ends of the county to minimize patient travel. This growing practice requires an additional provider, with anticipated caseloads of 15-20 patients per day per provider.

The practice consistently ranks in the 99th percentile for patient satisfaction. On-site infusion services require supervision, with pharmacy for sterile compounding and lab for quick results. Bi-weekly Tumor Boards facilitate multidisciplinary collaboration.

The role includes outpatient, inpatient, and ED consults, with about 10% of time dedicated to program development, especially enhancing access to clinical trials in collaboration with UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. The provider will also lead initiatives to streamline oncology care, promote patient-centered and evidence-based practices, and collaborate with community providers to maximize patient retention within the McCreary/Caldwell UNC Health Care service area.

About the Area:

Located centrally to key cities in Western North Carolina, with approximately 70-minute travel times to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Asheville, and Winston-Salem, and only 20 minutes to the North Carolina High Country and Blowing Rock resort community.

The area offers a temperate climate with four distinct seasons and scenic natural beauty. It is close to higher education institutions such as Appalachian State University in Boone, Lenoir-Rhyne University in Hickory, Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute in Hudson, and features an excellent public school system, including an Early College High School.

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