Physician-Oncology-Hematology

St. Luke's Duluth, MN; Minnesota; On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated physician to join their thriving oncology practice. This role involves providing comprehensive care, diagnosing, and treating patients while embodying the mission of prioritizing patient welfare. The ideal candidate will have an MD or DO degree, completed residency and fellowship training, and possess the necessary licensure to practice in Minnesota. With a supportive team of healthcare professionals, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in patient care within a collaborative environment. Embrace the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization focused on improving lives and health outcomes.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

Retirement

Life insurance

Disability

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school required.
• Completion of residency and fellowship programs is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and treating a wide variety of illnesses.
• Prescribing appropriate procedures and medications for recovery.

Skills

Advanced Reading Skills

Intermediate Writing Skills

Intermediate Speaking Skills

Advanced Mathematical Skills

Advanced Reasoning Ability

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

• Department 01 St. Luke's Medical Oncology

Physicians provide comprehensive care for the appropriate patient population including diagnosing and treating a wide variety of illnesses that can occur in any of the body systems. Physicians use a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic techniques to treat patients through medication and hospitalization. Responsible for meeting, assessing and diagnosing patients and providing them with healthcare services that embody the St. Luke’s mission, The Patient Above All Else. Prescribes patients with appropriate procedures, medication, health regimens and lifestyle adjustments that will contribute to their recovery from diagnosed health issues, prevent future health issues and promote a healthier life.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.

Experience: Completion of accredited residency program and fellowship program.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current or pending license in Minnesota and/or WI to practice as Physician. Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration for prescription writing in Minnesota and/or Wisconsin. Board eligible or Board certified in the appropriate specialty.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: N/A

Experience: N/A

Licensure/Certification/Registration: N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of current principles and techniques of physician practice. Ability to function as a team leader, primary provider and role model; to accept individual responsibility and accountability for decisions and outcome; to communicate effectively with patients, families, personnel and other Physicians and establish professional working relationships with the same. To recognize the legal limits of physician practice; to maintain professional competency through continuing education and independent study. Ability to support St. Luke’s goals and objectives.

READING - Advanced: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquires or complaints.

WRITING - Intermediate: Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, or procedures.

SPEAKING – Intermediate: Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small group situations or before groups of customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Advanced: Ability to comprehend and apply advanced mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plan and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY – Advanced Skills: Ability to define and solve problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and deal with a variety of concrete and abstract variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Stand – Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)

Walk – Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)

Sit – Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5-8 hours)

Use hands to finger, handle, or feel - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)

Reach with hands and arms – Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)

Stoop, Squat, Kneel, or Crouch - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)

Bending-repetitive forward - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)

Talk or hear - Continuously Over 2/3 (5.5 – 8 hours)

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS

Up to 10 pounds - Frequently 1/3 to 2/3 (2.5 – 5.5 hours)

Up to 25 pounds - Occasionally Under 1/3 (1-2.5 hours)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Typical Noise Level - Moderate noise (examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic)

Regularly exposed to the risk of blood borne diseases; contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances; exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries and illness); subject to varying and unpredictable situations; handles emergency or crisis situations; may perform emergency care; occasionally subjected to irregular hours; pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries.

Additional Information

Aspirus St. Luke's Oncology & Hematology Associates has an excellent opportunity for 1 BC/BE physician to join an already thriving practice.

Join 4 other hematology/oncology physicians, 2 radiation oncologists, and 2 skilled APCs.

Cancer Center consists of outpatient clinic, LINAC, infusion therapy, pharmacists, dosimetrists, and social work.

Employees working at a benefit eligible status have access to the following benefit plans:

• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement
• Life insurance
• Disability
• Paid Time Off