Locum Hematology/Oncology Physician

Description

We are seeking a Locum Hematology/Oncology Physician to join a growing oncology program and provide comprehensive care for patients with hematologic and oncologic conditions. This position offers a primarily outpatient practice setting with occasional inpatient consults, a predictable weekday schedule, and no call responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be flexible, adaptable, and comfortable managing a broad range of oncology treatments while collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team.

About the Facility

This opportunity is with an acute care hospital-based oncology program in New York. The practice operates primarily in an outpatient oncology clinic setting and utilizes Epic electronic medical records with AI-assisted charting capabilities. The oncology department includes a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality cancer care and supporting program growth.

Compensation:

Pay Rate: Details can be discussed further after applying to the job posting.

Additional Benefits


• Travel expenses reimbursed, including:

• Mileage

• Rental car

• Hotel

• Flight




• Malpractice insurance coverage provided

• Overtime paid after 40 hours worked in a week


Job Responsibilities


• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with hematologic and oncologic disorders.

• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans.

• Administer and manage:

• Chemotherapy

• Immunotherapy

• Targeted therapy

• Hormone therapy




• Provide outpatient oncology care for approximately 18–20 patients per day.

• Perform inpatient consults as needed during normal operating hours (infrequent).

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Epic EMR.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and clinical support staff.

• Support continuity of care and treatment monitoring.

• Adapt to evolving workflows within a growing oncology program.


Qualifications


• Board Eligible (BE) or Board Certified (BC) in Hematology/Oncology.

• Active New York medical license required and must be in hand at time of submission.

• Minimum of 5 years of Hematology/Oncology experience required.

• Epic EMR experience required.

• Strong outpatient oncology experience preferred.

• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary care team.

• Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic clinical environment.

• Must maintain an up-to-date work history with no employment gaps exceeding 30 days.

• Physician statement required for any malpractice history, regardless of outcome.

• Candidate email address and phone number must be included with submission.


Working Hours


• Schedule: Monday - Friday

• Shift: Day Shift

• Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

• One-hour lunch break included

• No call coverage required

• Scheduled coverage only


• Full-time strongly preferred; near full-time availability may be considered

• Overtime available as needed


Observed Holidays


• New Year's Day

• Memorial Day

• Independence Day

• Labor Day

• Thanksgiving

• Christmas


Skills


• Hematology and Oncology patient management

• Chemotherapy administration and oversight

• Immunotherapy treatment management

• Targeted therapy planning and monitoring

• Hormone therapy management

• Cancer diagnosis and treatment planning

• Outpatient oncology clinic operations

• Inpatient oncology consultations

• Epic EMR proficiency

• Clinical documentation and compliance

• Patient counseling and education

• Interdisciplinary collaboration and communication

• Adaptability in a growing healthcare program


Practice Details


• Practice Setting: Outpatient Oncology Clinic (with occasional inpatient consults)

• Patient Volume: Approximately 18-20 patients per day

• Infusion Chairs: 15

• Charting Platform: Epic with AI-assisted charting


Clinical Team


• 1 Physician

• 1 Nurse Practitioner

• 3 CNA/CMA clinical support staff


Additional Workplace Information


• Professional attire required

• Closed-toe shoes required

• Cell phone use permitted and may be required for AI-assisted charting

• Call-in process: Notify Director via phone or text