Hematology/Oncology Physician

Med Ninjas is seeking an experienced Hematologist/Oncologist for an important locum tenens opportunity at established medical centers in Des Moines and West Des Moines, Iowa .

Multiple coverage blocks are available from September 2026 through August 2027 , including clinic-only weeks and blocks with night and weekend call. Physicians may select the dates that best match their availability.

Key Assignment Highlights

• Locations: Des Moines and West Des Moines, Iowa
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
• Coverage Options: Clinic-only blocks and clinic-with-call blocks
• Practice Mix: Approximately 95% outpatient and 5% inpatient
• Patient Volume: Approximately 10 to 30 clinic patients per day
• Hospital Census: Approximately 10 to 15 patients at the primary location and 5 to 8 at the secondary location
• Appointment Length: Approximately 20 minutes
• EMR: Epic
• Support: One RN or CMA per physician
• Travel: Airfare, lodging, rental car, and mileage reimbursement available
• Teaching: Informal teaching opportunities may be available

Priority 2026 Coverage Dates

• September 21-27: Clinic, night call, and 24-hour weekend call on September 26 and 27
• September 28-October 4: Clinic, night call, and 24-hour weekend call on October 3 and 4
• October 17-18: 24-hour call coverage
• October 19-25: Clinic, night call, and 24-hour weekend call on October 24 and 25

Additional 2027 Coverage

Multiple clinic-only and clinic-with-call blocks are available from January through August 2027 . Physicians may indicate all dates they are available to cover.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Perform new patient assessments
• Create and manage treatment plans
• Adjust therapies as clinically appropriate
• Manage chemotherapy treatment
• Provide pain and symptom management
• Coordinate referrals for ancillary services
• Provide end-of-life care
• Manage outpatient Hematology and Oncology patients
• Assist with limited inpatient responsibilities
• Cover both Des Moines and West Des Moines facilities as scheduled

Requirements

• Board Certified or truly Board Eligible in Hematology and Oncology preferred
• Oncology Board Certification may be considered with Hematology experience and willingness to treat Hematology patients
• Fellowship training in Hematology and Oncology required
• Active Iowa medical license or active IMLC with Letter of Qualification
• Relevant Hematology/Oncology experience
• Clean malpractice and professional background
• Willingness to work at both Des Moines and West Des Moines locations
• Exact available coverage dates must be provided

Interested physicians should reply with their updated CV, available coverage dates, Iowa or IMLC status, and expected hourly and call rates .

Anurag Dadhich
Healthcare Recruiter Med Ninjas
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