Hematology/Oncology Physician

Location:
Johnstown, PA

Johnstown offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and urban amenities in beautiful western Pennsylvania, with easy access to Pittsburgh and stunning Appalachian mountain scenery. The area provides excellent outdoor recreation opportunities and a low cost of living while maintaining proximity to major metropolitan resources.

Facility:
This medical center is a comprehensive healthcare facility that recently relocated to a modern building housing multiple medical practices and services. The hematology/oncology practice offers the full spectrum of cancer care with a nurse navigator program, multiple tumor boards, and radiation oncology services nearby, supported by a robust staffing model including dedicated infusion nurses and patient navigators.

Opportunity:
Physician (MD) - Internal Medicine - Hematology and Oncology

Job Details:
• Seeking two full-time, long-term locum tenens physicians with potential for locums-to-permanent placement
• Monday through Friday office hours from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Possible travel two days per week to outlying Somerset office (30 minutes from main campus)
• Complete daily hospital rounds and consults during assigned weeks
• Weekend hospital rounds and consults on assigned weekends (4 hours per day onsite)
• Oversee advanced practice providers (APPs)
• Handle after-hours call for clinic critical values and urgent patient matters (no in-person return required)
• Consulting service only - no hospital admissions required
• Manage 12-15 patient encounters per shift
• Work with comprehensive support staff including 6 infusion RNs for 16 chairs, 3 RN navigators, and oral chemo navigators
• Must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hematology/Oncology
• Require active Pennsylvania license or IMLC with Letter of Qualification
• Must complete Pennsylvania mandated training: 3 hours Child Abuse Recognition and 4 hours Pain Management/Opioid Prescribing
• 14-day credentialing timeframe
• Hospital arranges lodging accommodations

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.