Hematologist / Medical Oncologist (Locum Tenens) in Greenville, SC

Hematologist / Medical Oncologist (Locum Tenens)

Greenville, SC

Free-Standing Cancer Center | 6-Month Initial Term with Extension | Full Travel Reimbursement

Are you a Board-Certified Hematologist/Oncologist seeking a premium locum opportunity in a highly desirable Upstate South Carolina location? We are seeking a dedicated physician to provide critical clinical continuity following a loss of provider. Operating out of a state-of-the-art, free-standing cancer center, this role offers a highly collaborative team environment, integrated clinical workflows, and full-service logistical support.

The Opportunity

Step into an active, balanced practice that services a predominantly adult and geriatric patient demographic.

• Clinical Caseload & Specialty Split: This assignment features a unique clinical breakdown, heavily emphasizing hematologic care alongside standard oncology management:

  • 65% Benign Hematology

  • 35% Malignant Oncology

  • 0% Internal Medicine

• Work Environment & Core Duties: Provide comprehensive continuity across both inpatient and outpatient settings. Core daily responsibilities include:

  • Direct outpatient clinic management and inpatient hospital rounding/consultations.

  • Ordering and interpreting specialized laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging.

  • Prescribing targeted treatments and managing bone marrow transplant patients.

  • Collaborating with the blood bank and actively participating in institutional Tumor Boards.

  • Note: Chemotherapy administration is fully handled by dedicated, specialized Oncology Nurses.

• Expected Daily Volume:

  • Outpatient Clinic: Average of 25 patients per day (minimum threshold of 12+ patients per day required by the facility).

  • Inpatient Rounding/Call: Average of 20 patients per day.

• Robust Team Support: Work alongside an expansive, expert clinical team consisting of seven (7) staff physicians and six (6) Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).

• Logistics & Scheduling:

  • Standard Clinic Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.

  • Rotational Call: General call schedule runs 1 week out of every 6 to 8 weeks. Weekend call rotation runs Friday (4:30 PM) to Monday (8:00 AM) every 5th or 6th weekend.

• Centralized Technology: Utilize a fully integrated Epic EMR system spanning both the hospital and the free-standing cancer center for streamlined charting, ordering, and documentation.

Compensation, Travel & Credentialing

• Assignment Timeline: Ideal start date is July 1st for an initial 6-month term, with guaranteed extension beyond December 2026.

• Full Cost Reimbursement: The facility fully covers and reimburses all travel logistics, including flights, hotel accommodations, rental cars, and business mileage billed directly at the standard IRS rate.

• Onboarding Timeline: Estimated credentialing window is 60 days. Emergency temporary privileges are available for candidates with completely clean backgrounds.

Submission & Candidate Requirements

To be considered for an immediate presentation to the medical director, candidates must strictly fulfill the following criteria:

• Board Status: Strict Board Certification in Hematology and Oncology is required.

• Licensure & Credentials: Must hold an active, unencumbered South Carolina state medical license, an active DEA, and current BLS certification.

• Availability: Candidates must explicitly disclose their ability to provide a minimum of 2 weeks of coverage per month.

• Compliance Documentation: A clean background is required for expedited emergency privileging. Candidates must provide a Self-Query NPDB report pulled within the last 30 days at the time of initial presentation.

If you are a thorough clinician ready to support a high-volume, collaborative oncology program in the heart of the Carolinas, we want to hear from you. Apply today to connect directly with our specialized medical oncology sourcing team!