Hema/Onco Physician
About The Position
JOB OVERVIEW • Job Title: Hematology/Oncology Physician • Job Type: Locum Tenens • Location: Cooperstown, NY • Service Setting: Outpatient • Coverage Type: Clinical Only • Coverage Period: April 6, 2026 – Ongoing (until full-time hire) • Clinical Shift Schedule: 3 days per week, full-time equivalent COVERAGE DATES • Start Date: April 6, 2026 • End Date: Ongoing • Coverage requirement of 3 days per week PATIENT INFORMATION • Patient Demographics: Adults • Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 12–15 patients per day • Admissions: No • Phone Consults: As clinically appropriate • Case Mix: Approximately 80% Oncology and 20% Hematology, including benign and malignant hematologic cases FACILITY INFORMATION • EMR System: Epic • Office Equipment Available: Standard outpatient oncology clinic equipment • Specialty Backup Available: Interventional Radiology support for procedures • Support Staff Available: NP and nursing staff onsite • Reason for Coverage: Ongoing need pending full-time hire PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE • Hospital Privileges Required: Yes • Temporary Privileges Available: No • Credentialing Timeline: Approximately 120 days COMPENSATION & BENEFITS • Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered REQUIRED PROCEDURES • Hematology and oncology evaluations and management • Bone marrow procedures preferred (most handled by Interventional Radiology) JOB REQUIREMENTS • Licenses: Active New York medical license • Board: Board Certified in Hematology/Oncology • DEA: As required for outpatient oncology practice • Certifications: Immunization records required, flu vaccine or declination, and negative TB or QuantiFERON Gold test within one year of start • Experience: Outpatient hematology and oncology experience • Other Qualifications: Ability to work independently in an outpatient-only setting DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide comprehensive outpatient care for hematology and oncology patients • Manage both benign and malignant hematologic conditions • Collaborate with NP and nursing staff to deliver coordinated patient care • Utilize Epic EMR for clinical documentation • Support continuity of care while the facility recruits a permanent provider
Requirements
- Active New York medical license
- Board Certified in Hematology/Oncology
- DEA as required for outpatient oncology practice
- Immunization records required, flu vaccine or declination, and negative TB or QuantiFERON Gold test within one year of start
- Outpatient hematology and oncology experience
- Ability to work independently in an outpatient-only setting
Nice To Haves
- Bone marrow procedures
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive outpatient care for hematology and oncology patients
- Manage both benign and malignant hematologic conditions
- Collaborate with NP and nursing staff to deliver coordinated patient care
- Utilize Epic EMR for clinical documentation
- Support continuity of care while the facility recruits a permanent provider
Benefits
- Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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