Hematologist​/Oncologist Locum Tenens Coverage at Inpatient and Outpatient Facility in NM

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference
  -222507-MD-NM
• Title:
  
  MD
• Dates Needed:
  
  ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Type:
  
  Day Shift;
  
  Call
• Assignment Type:
  
  Inpatient;
  
  Outpatient
• Call
  
  Required:
  
  Yes
• Board Certification
  
  Required:
  
  Negotiable
• Job Duration:
  
  Locums

This COC accredited cancer center features an 18-bed chemotherapy suite and is co-located with radiation oncology services within the same facility. Dedicated pharmacists are available to conduct educational starts for chemotherapy, and weekly tumor boards are conducted to support coordinated oncologic care. Clinical trials, including phase 2 and phase 3 studies, are available to support advanced treatment options for the patient population.

New Mexico offers clinicians on assignment access to a range of natural and cultural attractions suited to varied interests. The state is home to notable destinations including White Sands National Park, Carlsbad Caverns National Park, Gila Cliff Dwellings, and Petroglyph National Monument, alongside historic sites such as Taos Pueblo and the New Mexico Museum of Space History. Outdoor pursuits including hot air balloon rides, whitewater rafting, and skiing are available throughout the region, and additional unique attractions such as the International UFO Museum and the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge provide further options for exploration during time away from clinical duties.

Clinicians will provide on-site inpatient and outpatient hematology and oncology coverage in New Mexico, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with 17 new consults expected. Call coverage is required and includes weeknight call shared among clinicians, weekend 24-hour call, and response to questions from RNs regarding patients calling in with questions, patients receiving chemotherapy, and consults from the ED.

Clinical responsibilities encompass the evaluation and management of hematologic and oncologic conditions across inpatient and outpatient settings, with access to clinical trials including phase 2 and phase 3 studies. Board certification in Hematology/Oncology is negotiable for this locum tenens engagement.

• Case Load/PPD:17
• Support Staff:
  
  RNs : 5 MAs : 1 PA/NPs:1 Office, Staff:
  
  -
• Location Type:
  
  On-Site
• Government:
  
  No
• Number of New Consults:17
• Treatment Types:
  
  General hematology and oncology; inpatient and outpatient setting; day shift with call; 17 new consults; 18-bed chemo suite; clinical trials (phase 2 and
  3); COC accredited cancer center