Hematology/Oncology Physician (MD/DO) - UNC Caldwell

340B Health; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

340B Health is seeking a dedicated hematology/oncology physician for its Lenoir, NC location. The role involves providing patient-centered care while participating in program development to promote clinical trial access. Join a compassionate team dedicated to high-quality oncology care within a well-established Cancer Center.

Benefits

Temporate climate with four seasons

Supportive staff including APPs and Radiation Oncologist

On-site infusion services and labs

Qualifications

• Must have an MD or DO degree with board certification in Hematology and/or Oncology.
• Experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings is preferred.
• Strong skills in patient care and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient and inpatient hematology/oncology care.
• Engage in program development and enhance access to clinical trials.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical trials

Program development

Education

MD or DO degree

Board certification in Hematology and/or Oncology

Job description

Description

Hematology & Medical Oncology Opportunity- Western, NC

Caldwell UNC Health is the choice for health care in Caldwell County. The Emergency Department sees approximately 30,000 + visits a year. UNC Physicians Network provides the majority of primary care and select specialty care to our market from thirteen separate medical park locations throughout the county. Our 137-bed licensed hospital is a member of the UNC Health System. We are seeking a personable and engaging hematology/oncology physician to add to our team!

Position Features:

· Office location- McCreary Cancer Center, a Service of UNC Hospitals: 212 Mulberry Street SW, Lenoir, NC & 160 River Bend Drive, Granite Falls, NC

· Full-time, 36 patient contact hours required per week at minimum

· Shared evening and weekend call (virtual, not requiring physical presence on-site) every 5 weeks

· Compassionate team of one Hem/Onc physician, three APPs, a Radiation Oncologist and 40+ support staff

· 16,313 sq ft Cancer Center offering a new Linear Accelerator, CT Simulation, Infusion, Pharmacy, Lab and complete supportive services plus a 3,500 sq ft satellite facility

· Established in 2006, the Cancer Center is a well-regarded resource serving the residents of Caldwell County and beyond. Offices are located on two ends of the county to reduce the amount of travel for patients.

· This is a growing practice with the need to add an additional provider, anticipated caseloads per provider is 15-20 per day.

· Consistently in the 99 ^th percentile for patient satisfaction

· Infusion services on-site requiring supervision, Pharmacy on-site for sterile compounding, Lab on-site for quick lab results

· Bi-weekly Tumor Boards offers multidisciplinary collaboration

· In addition to clinical responsibilities covering outpatient, inpatient and ED consults, the position will be expected to spend approximately 10% of their time in program development capacities, with special emphasis on enhancing access to clinical trials in collaboration with the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. They will also be expected to champion initiatives to streamline oncology care across medical disciplines, ensure patient-centered and evidence-based oncology care, and collaborate with community providers to maximize retention of patients within the McCreary/Caldwell UNC Health Care service area.

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About the Area:

· Centrally located to the key cities in Western North Carolina-70 minute travel time each to: Charlotte Douglas International Airport; the eclectic attractions of Asheville; the arts and history of Winston-Salem; and only 20 minutes to the North Carolina High Country and the mountain seasonal resort community of Blowing Rock.

· Temperate climate with 4 seasons & natural scenic beauty

· Proximity to higher education opportunities: Appalachian State University in Boone, NC; Lenoir-Rhyne University in Hickory, NC; Caldwell Community College & Technical Institute in Hudson, NC; and an excellent pre-K - 12 public school system that includes an Early College High School.

To be considered, please email your resume to [e-mail]

Job Details

Legal Employer:NCHEALTH

Entity: Caldwell Memorial Hospital

Organization Unit: Caldwell Oncology Associates

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: US:NC:Lenoir

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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