Hematology/Oncology 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: Apr 6, 2026 – Ongoing (until full-time hire) • Clinical Shift Schedule: Approximately 40 hours per week (flexible schedule) COVERAGE DATES • Apr 6, 2026 – Ongoing PATIENT INFORMATION • Patient Demographics: Adults • Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 12 – 15 patients per day • Case Mix: Approximately 80% Oncology and 20% Hematology including benign and malignant hematologic conditions FACILITY INFORMATION • EMR System: Epic • Office Equipment Available: Standard outpatient oncology clinic equipment • Specialty Backup Available: Interventional Radiology available for bone marrow procedures • Support Staff Available: 1 MD paired with 1 NP onsite; additional nursing support available PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE • Hospital Privileges Required: Yes • Credentialing Timeline: Approximately 120 days COMPENSATION & BENEFITS • Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered REQUIRED PROCEDURES • Hematology and oncology patient evaluations and management • Management of benign and malignant hematologic disorders • Bone marrow procedures preferred but not required JOB REQUIREMENTS • Licenses: Active NY medical license • Board: Board Certified in Hematology, Oncology, or Hematology/Oncology • DEA: Active DEA Certification • Certifications: BLS • Experience: Hematology and Oncology clinical experience required • Other Qualifications: Immunization record required; flu vaccine or declination required; negative TB or QuantiFERON Gold test within one year of start DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide outpatient hematology and oncology care for scheduled clinic patients • Diagnose and manage hematologic and oncologic conditions • Collaborate with nurse practitioners and nursing staff to coordinate patient care • Document patient encounters and treatment plans within the Epic EMR • Participate in multidisciplinary care planning as needed
Requirements
- Active NY medical license
- Board Certified in Hematology, Oncology, or Hematology/Oncology
- Active DEA Certification
- BLS
- Hematology and Oncology clinical experience required
- Immunization record required
- Flu vaccine or declination required
- Negative TB or QuantiFERON Gold test within one year of start
Nice To Haves
- Bone marrow procedures preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Provide outpatient hematology and oncology care for scheduled clinic patients
- Diagnose and manage hematologic and oncologic conditions
- Collaborate with nurse practitioners and nursing staff to coordinate patient care
- Document patient encounters and treatment plans within the Epic EMR
- Participate in multidisciplinary care planning as needed
Benefits
- Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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