Hematology & Oncology Physician

Job Description

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Id: L-MD-13452
  
• Profession: Physician
  
• Specialty: Hematology & Oncology
  
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
  
• Location: Edmonds, WA
  
• Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient
  
• Coverage Type: Clinical + Call
  
• Coverage Period: ASAP – Ongoing
  
• Shift Schedule: Mon – Fri, 9a-5p (Admin day on Thu)
  
• On-Call Shift Schedule: Weeknights 5p – 7a, Weekends 24-hour
  
• Call Type: Beeper
  
• Call Ratio: 1:5
  
• Call Response Time: 30 minutes
  
• Reason for Coverage: Vacancy – Long-Term Permanent Search
  
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered by Agency (Malpractice Insurance provided by Vendor)
  

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Average Daily Volume: 20 patients/day
  
• Admissions: TBD
  
• Phone Consults: TBD
  
• Case Mix: Hematology & Oncology
  

FACILITY INFORMATION

• EMR System: Epic
  
• Support Staff: RNs: 40, MAs: 6, PA/NPs: 3, Office Staff: 7
  

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
  
• Temporary Privileges Available: Yes
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Board: BC required (Certified)
  
• Licenses: Active WA license or Universal License (IMLC)
  
• DEA: Yes, required
  
• Certifications: BLS
  

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive hematology and oncology care in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including new consults, follow-ups, and chemotherapy management.
  
• Oversee and manage treatment plans for patients with blood disorders and solid tumors, including administration of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and supportive care.
  
• Round on hospitalized patients, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure continuity of care.
  
• Participate in weeknight and weekend beeper call coverage for urgent oncology and hematology issues.
  
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Epic EMR, adhering to facility protocols and regulatory requirements.