Opportunity:
Physician - Hematology Oncology
Job Details:
- Locum-to-Perm Hematologist Oncologist coverage needed 4 days per week
- Schedule: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off with call
- Clinic hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM with 6 patient contact hours per day
- On call required; exact schedule to be determined
- 95% outpatient coverage and 5% inpatient coverage
- Coverage dates needed (4 days per week, either Monday-Thursday or Monday-Friday):
- September 14 - October 2 (3 weeks)
- October 19 - 30 (2 weeks)
- November 16 - 27, excluding Thanksgiving (2 weeks)
- Provide Medical Hematology/Oncology coverage including inpatient coverage at two sites
- Telehealth responsibilities may be included in addition to inpatient duties
- Clinic provider daily patient volume: 10-30 patients
- Average daily hospital census: 10-15 patients
- Appointment lengths: 40 minutes for consults, 20 minutes for follow-ups
- Patient population: Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance
- EMR: EPIC
- Services include patient assessments, new and ongoing treatment plans, changes in therapy, referrals for ancillary services, end of life care, chemotherapy management, and pain management
- 1:1 nursing support provided
- Medical imaging, lab, and pharmacy services available on site
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hematology and Oncology required
- Fellowship trained in Hematology and Oncology required
- Must be experienced and willing to work independently across two locations
- Clean malpractice and background history required
- Self-Query NPDB Report pulled within 30 days must be submitted at time of presentation
Facility:
This is a well-established medical center offering a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, including a robust oncology program. The facility provides strong infrastructure support including medical imaging, laboratory, and pharmacy services, as well as established relationships with radiation and surgical oncology providers. The organization maintains a collaborative care environment with dedicated nursing support and utilizes EPIC as its electronic medical records system.
Location:
Des Moines, IA
Des Moines is a vibrant and growing Midwestern city offering a high quality of life with a low cost of living, a thriving arts and culinary scene, and access to excellent parks and outdoor recreation. Known for its friendly communities and strong job market, Des Moines consistently ranks among the best places to live and work in the United States.
