Hematology / Oncologist

Navista•La Jolla, CA

12h

About The Position

About Navista We believe in the power of community oncology to support patients through their cancer journeys. As an oncology practice alliance comprised of more than 100 providers across 50 sites, Navista provides the support community practices need to fuel their growth—while maintaining their independence. Job Purpose: The Medical Oncologist/Hematologist will be responsible for managing the care and treatment of cancer patients. The Medical Oncologist/Hematologist will work closely with center team members to implement treatment plans and monitor progress.

Requirements

MD or MD/PhD with medical training specifically in oncology and or hematology-oncology.
Must be Board certified and/or Board eligible in hematology/oncology with a state license in good standing.
If Board eligible, must be willing to take the boards and successfully pass within 12 months.
Ability to interpret clinical, genomic and efficacy data.
Motivated to work in a fast-paced environment.
Through and up-to-date working knowledge of cancers and cancer treatment options.
Technical skills to operate medical equipment and tools related to cancer treatment.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, technicians, fellow medical professionals and other clinic team members.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Physician shall be compliant to complete and clear necessary privileging, credentialing, and licensing applications to remain in good standing in accordance with the bylaws, policies, procedures, rules and regulations of the Group and all hospitals in which the physician holds clinical privileges.
Strong leadership and team building skills.
Excellent judgment, dependability, conscientious performance.
Detail oriented.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Caring and empathetic.
High ethical standards.
Self-confidence

Responsibilities

Work with patients to discuss and understand treatment options and assist in managing the side effects and symptoms of the treatment.
Communicate effectively with patients, families and center team members.
Capable of handling stressful situations, making informed decisions and giving emotional support to patients and their families.
Documenting and coordinating treatment plans for each patient.
Evaluate and assess the physiologic and psychological responsiveness of each patient’s response to treatment.
Performing administrative tasks, such as keeping patients notes and records updated, writing prescriptions, providing education information to patients and monitoring treatment plans.
Respond to patient and referring physician needs and concerns regarding patient’s treatment as expeditiously as possible.
Attend any required clinic meetings.
Promote cooperation and teamwork among other physicians and team members of the clinic.
Comply with all credentialing, quality assurance and utilization review criteria that are adopted by the Company.
Adhere to the company’s code of conduct and compliance program requirements.
Comply with all rules, regulations, policies and procedures regarding medical record documentation and coding accuracy standards, established by the Company.
Maintain values consistent with the profession’s code of ethics and scope of practice as well as adhering to national, company standards, policies and procedures regarding treatment delivery and patient care.
Participate in continuing education programs that are required to maintain clinical competency.
Perform any other functions as required