Physician Assistant - Hematology/Oncology
Updated 11/24/25
10019, Brooklyn, New York, United States
Physician Assistant
Family Practice/Primary Care
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
We are seeking an experienced Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in New York. This opportunity starts on Jan 2, 2026, offers a 20-day contract, and features day shifts, Monday through Friday. You will join an outpatient Hematology/Oncology practice, providing specialized care to patients with a variety of cancer diagnoses.
Job Details
Responsibilities and Duties
Additional Information
Benefits
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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Job Details
- Location: New York
- Start Date: Jan 2, 2026
- LOA: 20 days
- Provider Type Needed: Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 09:00-17:00
Responsibilities and Duties
- Assess, diagnose, monitor, and manage care for patients with cancer and hematological conditions
- Promote health and protection from disease within the scope of supervising physician
- Perform history and physical exams
- Order and interpret diagnostic testing and therapeutic modalities relevant to Hematology/Oncology
- Administer and prescribe chemotherapy/biotherapy, with documented recent experience
- Implement therapeutic interventions for specific conditions as appropriate
- Execute arterial puncture and blood gas sampling
- Conduct debridement and care for superficial wounds and minor superficial surgical procedures
- Perform incision and drainage of superficial abscesses
- Insert and remove non-weighted nasogastric or oro-gastric tubes
- Complete Death Certificate Protocols
- Remove arterial and central venous catheters, as well as chest tubes
- Perform urinary bladder catheterization
- Conduct fine needle aspiration and punch biopsy of skin
- Perform venous punctures for blood sampling, cultures, and IV catheterization
Additional Information
- Valid New York license required
- Must demonstrate current competence and performance of at least 10 chemotherapy/biotherapy administrations in the past 12 months
- Required certifications: ARC-PA, ACLS, BCLS
- Board certifications accepted: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (AGACNP-BC), Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (AGPCNP-BC), Adult Nurse Practitioner Certification (ANP-BC), Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP)
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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