Radiation Oncologist

Bronson Healthcare Group•Battle Creek, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Bronson Healthcare is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Radiation Oncologist to join the cancer team at Bronson Battle Creek Cancer Care Center. The center is a Commission on Cancer-accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer Program, ASTRO Apex Accredited, and accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers. The position is hospital-employed and mainly outpatient, with an FTE ranging from 0.6 to 1.0. The physician will join a team that includes another Radiation Oncologist, four Medical Oncologists/Hematologists, an advanced practice provider, and clinical support staff. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with call shared equally among the physicians on the team. The practice uses two Varian linear accelerators, a GE simulator, Aria, and EPIC. Bronson offers a supportive, collaborative work environment, competitive compensation with annual quality incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, relocation assistance, a CME stipend, and a sign-on bonus.

Requirements

MD or DO degree.
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Radiation Oncology.
Current unrestricted or pending Michigan licensure; the posting also specifies a current Michigan medical license.
Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration.
Medical degree and two years of direct or internship experience.
Must maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges.
Proficiency in IGRT, IMRT, SRS, SBRT, HDR brachytherapy, and radioisotope therapy.
Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques.
Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including effective verbal and written communication and proper telephone etiquette.
Ability to perform in a tactful and professional manner.
Commitment to compassionate, quality, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

Provide medical care by interviewing, examining, and treating patients.
Educate patients and families about wellness, prevention, and early detection.
Determine appropriate referrals and the urgency of follow-up or consultation appointments.
Exercise final medical judgment in health care matters.
Prescribe medical treatments and clinical drugs.
Order studies, tests, and ancillary services.
Document services in patient medical records.
Regularly review long-term cases requiring ongoing medical attention.
Consult with the Medical Director and other professionals regarding patient care, assessment, and education as needed.
Participate in process improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient-care programs established by the hospital or clinic.
Oversee mid-level medical staff and nursing clinical staff as assigned.
Assist with resolving patient complaints, requests, and inquiries.
Maintain confidentiality of patient information in accordance with federal guidelines and regulations.
Provide customer service consistent with Bronson’s mission, values, and standards.
Share call equally with the other physicians on the team.