Locums Medical Oncologist

Aura Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing assistance

Travel arrangements

Malpractice coverage

Credentialing & privileging support

Recruitment support

Job summary

Aura Health in Des Moines, IA seeks a qualified oncology clinician to manage hospital and clinic care, coordinating chemotherapy, pain control, and end-of-life planning. The role involves developing treatment plans and working with on-site radiation and surgical oncology teams.

Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and efficient use of the online portal for assignments and time entry are essential. The position supports clinical excellence and patient-centered care in a busy oncology

Qualifications

• Experience in chemotherapy and pain management.
• Ability to develop treatment plans and provide end-of-life care.
• Strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient care for hospital census of 10-15 patients daily and clinic census of 10-30 patients daily.
• Coordinate chemotherapy, pain management, and end-of-life care.
• Develop and implement new treatment plans.
• Collaborate with on-site oncology providers for radiation and surgical treatments.
• Utilize online portal for assignment details and time entry.

Skills

Chemotherapy management

Pain management

End-of-life care

Treatment plan development

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Job description

Role Overview: This position involves providing specialized healthcare services, including chemotherapy management, pain management, end-of-life care, and developing new treatment plans. The provider will work closely with existing on-site radiation and surgical oncology teams.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage patient care for hospital census of 10-15 patients daily and clinic census of 10-30 patients daily
• Coordinate chemotherapy, pain management, and end-of-life care
• Develop and implement new treatment plans
• Collaborate with on-site oncology providers for radiation and surgical treatments
• Utilize online portal for assignment details and time entry

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience in chemotherapy and pain management
• Ability to develop treatment plans and provide end-of-life care
• Strong collaboration skills with multidisciplinary teams

Additional Support & Benefits: The organization offers dedicated recruitment support, assistance with credentialing and privileging, and arrangements for housing, travel, and malpractice coverage. They negotiate better pay and provide comprehensive support to streamline your experience.