Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Hematology and Oncology in Las Cruces, NM

Doctor of Medicine | Hematology and Oncology
Location: Las Cruces, NM
Employer: VISTA Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: 9/21/2026

About the Position

Are you a Hematology/Oncology physician searching for your next locum tenens opportunity? This position with one of VISTA's healthcare partners in New Mexico might be the perfect fit for you!

Opportunity Highlights

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Weekend 24-hour call; Weekday night call to be shared with other providers. Available weeks in 2026: Sept 21, Sept 28, Oct 5, Oct 26, Nov 2, Nov 23 (closed Nov 24-25), Nov 30, Dec 21 (closed Dec 25), Dec 28 (closed Jan 1). Many dates available each month in 2027; seeking full coverage 5 days/week with potential weekend call.
• Job Setting: Inpatient and Outpatient; COC Accredited Cancer Center; 18-bed chemo suite; housed under the same roof as Radiation Oncology
• Types of Cases: 17 patients per shift (1 hour for new patients, 20-minute follow-ups); assigned and unassigned rounding patients; call consists of RN questions regarding patients calling in, patients receiving chemotherapy, and minimal ED consults; clinical trials available (Phase 2 and 3); weekly tumor boards
• Credentialing: Estimated credentialing timeframe: 60 days; temporary privileges not available; hospital/surgery center privileges required; fellowship required (2 years)
• EMR System: Mosiaq
• Coverage Type: Scheduled Clinical Hours + Call
• Call Details: Beeper call; call ratio 1:2; call response time: 20 minutes; approximately 2 phone consults and 1 patient seen per call shift

Minimum Requirements

• Board Certified/Board Eligible: Board Certified or Board Eligible required
• Certifications: BLS required
• Licensure: New Mexico state license required; IMLC not accepted

About VISTA Staffing

A ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client and Talent 10-Year Diamond Award winner, VISTA has 30 years of experience optimizing continuity of care for hospitals, medical practices and government agencies across the US. A leading provider of short-term US locum tenens and permanent physician search services, VISTA partners healthcare providers with facilities who need them most, providing an effective strategy for lessening the impact of the global provider shortage. Our VISTA team goes above and beyond to make healthcare providers feel valued in the job search process and are committed to elevating careers to new heights.
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