Hospitalist- Oncology

Job Description

Job Description

Internal Medicine - Physician

Position Overview:

Location: UPMC Shadyside

Address: 5230 Centre Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Employment Type: Full-time

Shift Schedule: Daytime

Immigration Status: Not considered

We are seeking two full-time daytime Solid Tumor Oncology Hospitalists to join our team at UPMC Shadyside. Ideal candidates will be either board-certified or board-eligible physicians in Internal Medicine, dedicated to providing inpatient care for adults diagnosed with solid tumor malignancies. This role involves a daytime-only schedule with 12-hour shifts, following a predetermined timetable, and does not require overnight duties.

• Evaluate and admit patients from the emergency department, outpatient oncology clinics, and referring hospitals.
• Deliver inpatient medical management for adults with solid tumor malignancies.
• Assess and address acute medical issues and complications associated with cancer and its treatments.
• Respond to clinical changes and stabilize patients facing urgent or emergent medical situations.
• Initiate necessary diagnostic evaluations and treatment strategies.
• Manage common complications related to oncology, such as infections, febrile neutropenia, sepsis, pain, electrolyte imbalances, respiratory issues, and treatment-related toxicities.
• Coordinate consultations with relevant medical and surgical specialists.
• Maintain regular communication with each patient's outpatient oncology team regarding their inpatient care plan.
• Facilitate safe transitions between inpatient and outpatient oncology services.

• Work in partnership with medical oncologists, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, pharmacy, care management, and ancillary teams.
• Engage in multidisciplinary discussions concerning complex oncology cases.
• Provide clear verbal and written handoffs to the overnight clinical team.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation within the electronic health record.
• Raise clinical or operational concerns to the appropriate leadership.

• Participate in initiatives focused on quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical reviews.
• Contribute to the education and mentorship of residents, fellows, and advanced practice providers as needed.

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency program.
• Board certification or eligibility in Internal Medicine.
• Eligibility for an unrestricted medical license in Pennsylvania.
• Preferred experience in hospital medicine or caring for cancer patients.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication abilities, and a commitment to multidisciplinary care.

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and pension plans.
• Occurrence-based malpractice insurance.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance.

We are proud to be part of one of the largest integrated cancer care networks in the United States, recognized as a Comprehensive Cancer Center. Our commitment lies in delivering exceptional patient care, advancing clinical research, and enhancing the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.

Our facility, a 520-bed tertiary care hospital, serves as a major center for oncology care in Pittsburgh, housing nearly 1,000 primary care physicians and specialists, with offices located both within the hospital and throughout the community.

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like further details, we encourage you to apply today.