Locum Hematology & Oncology Physician Opportunity – Iowa

Locum Hematology & Oncology Physician Opportunity – Iowa
Dual Hospital Coverage | 2 Weeks On / 2 Weeks Off | Outpatient + Inpatient Mix

A healthcare system in Iowa is seeking a Hematology & Oncology physician (locum tenens) to provide coverage across two affiliated medical centers. This is a high-demand opportunity with a structured block schedule, strong patient volume, and a predominantly outpatient-focused practice with limited inpatient responsibilities.

Position Highlights:

• Schedule Model: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off (flexible block coverage)
• Coverage across two hospital-based oncology programs
• Monday–Friday clinic schedule: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Approx. 95% outpatient / 5% inpatient
• No procedure/OR requirements
• EPIC EMR

Coverage Blocks Needed:

• Sept 14 – Oct 2 (3 weeks)
• Oct 19 – Oct 30 (2 weeks)
• Nov 16 – Nov 27 (2 weeks, excluding Thanksgiving)

Provider must be available to cover 4 days per week within these blocks (typically Monday–Thursday or Monday–Friday).

Clinical Environment:

• Daily clinic volume: 10–30 patients/day
• Inpatient census: 5–15 patients depending on site
• Mixed payer population (Medicare, Medicaid, Commercial)
• Strong ancillary support including RN/CMA staffing
• Imaging, lab, and pharmacy services onsite

Scope of Practice:

• Medical hematology/oncology management
• New patient evaluations and treatment planning
• Ongoing chemotherapy and therapy management
• Care plan adjustments and longitudinal oncology follow-up
• Palliative and end-of-life care coordination
• Referral coordination for surgical and radiation oncology (handled by established teams)

Compensation:

Competitive locum rates available, including:

• Hourly rate up to $740/hr
• Call back up to $1,050/hr
• Night call and 24-hour call premiums available
• Holiday premiums available
• Conversion fee applicable for permanent placement pathways

(Malpractice must be included in submitted rates.)

Travel Support:

• Airfare capped
• Lodging reimbursement per GSA-based limits
• Rental car allowance available
• Mileage reimbursement per IRS standard rate

Requirements:

• Fellowship trained in Hematology & Oncology (required)
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hematology & Oncology (preferred)
• Must be willing to cover both hospital sites
• Active Iowa license or IMLC (LOQ required)
• Must be experienced in Hem/Onc practice
• Clean malpractice and background history required
• Current NPDB self-query within 30 days
• Must provide availability at submission

Why This Opportunity?

This assignment offers a highly structured block schedule, strong compensation, and a balanced outpatient-heavy oncology practice with minimal inpatient coverage across two well-supported facilities.

If interested, apply today for confidential consideration.