Radiation Oncologist

Bronson Healthcare•Battle Creek, NE

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Bronson Healthcare is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Radiation Oncologist to join the cancer care team at Bronson Battle Creek Cancer Care Center, an accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer Program and ASTRO Apex Accredited center. The position is hospital-employed and mainly outpatient, with an FTE of 0.6–1.0. The physician will work with another Radiation Oncologist, medical oncologists/hematologists, an advanced practice provider, and multidisciplinary 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 center provides a full range of cancer care, participates in the Michigan Cancer Consortium, and holds regular tumor boards. The practice has two Varian linear accelerators and a GE simulator, and uses Aria and EPIC as its electronic medical records. Multiple venues are available to support clinical research in the community setting. The physician provides clinical care to patients, including assessment, treatment, education, referrals, prescribing, ordering studies and services, and documentation. The role also includes collaboration with other professionals, oversight of assigned mid-level and nursing clinical staff, participation in quality and other hospital programs, and maintaining patient confidentiality and customer-service standards.

Requirements

MD or DO; the posting also states that a medical degree and two years of direct or internship experience are required.
Board certified or board eligible in Radiation Oncology.
Current unrestricted or pending Michigan licensure; the posting also lists a current Michigan medical license as a requirement.
Current DEA and DPS Certificates of Registration.
Must maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges.
Proficiency in IGRT, IMRT, SRS, SBRT, HDR brachytherapy, and radioisotope therapy.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and proper telephone etiquette.
Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques.
Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.
Ability to perform tactfully and professionally.
Commitment to compassionate, quality, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

Interview, examine, and treat clinical patients to meet their medical needs.
Educate patients and families about wellness, prevention, and early detection using materials and resources.
Determine required referrals and the urgency of follow-up, referral, and consultation appointments.
Exercise final medical judgment in health care matters.
Prescribe medical treatments and clinical drugs to patients.
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 assigned mid-level medical staff and nursing clinical staff.
Assist with resolving patient complaints, requests, and inquiries.
Maintain confidentiality of patient information in accordance with federal guidelines and regulations.
Provide outstanding customer service consistent with the organization’s mission, values, and customer-service standards.
Share call equally with the other physicians on the team.