🔸Locum Hematology/Oncology - Full-Time Outpatient | M-F Schedule | Potsdam, New York 🔸MG

Locum Hematology/Oncology Physician

Description

We are seeking a Locum Hematology/Oncology Physician to join a growing oncology program and provide comprehensive care for patients with hematologic and oncologic conditions. This position offers a primarily outpatient practice setting with occasional inpatient consults, a predictable weekday schedule, and no call responsibilities. The ideal candidate will be flexible, adaptable, and comfortable managing a broad range of oncology treatments while collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team.

About the Facility

This opportunity is with an acute care hospital-based oncology program in New York. The practice operates primarily in an outpatient oncology clinic setting and utilizes Epic electronic medical records with AI-assisted charting capabilities. The oncology department includes a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality cancer care and supporting program growth.

Compensation:

Pay Rate: Details can be discussed further after applying to the job posting.

Additional Benefits

• Travel expenses reimbursed, including:
  • Mileage
  • Rental car
  • Hotel
  • Flight
• Malpractice insurance coverage provided
• Overtime paid after 40 hours worked in a week

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with hematologic and oncologic disorders.
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans.
• Administer and manage:
  • Chemotherapy
  • Immunotherapy
  • Targeted therapy
  • Hormone therapy
• Provide outpatient oncology care for approximately 18–20 patients per day.
• Perform inpatient consults as needed during normal operating hours (infrequent).
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Epic EMR.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and clinical support staff.
• Support continuity of care and treatment monitoring.
• Adapt to evolving workflows within a growing oncology program.

Qualifications

• Board Eligible (BE) or Board Certified (BC) in Hematology/Oncology.
• Active New York medical license required and must be in hand at time of submission.
• Minimum of 5 years of Hematology/Oncology experience required.
• Epic EMR experience required.
• Strong outpatient oncology experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary care team.
• Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic clinical environment.
• Must maintain an up-to-date work history with no employment gaps exceeding 30 days.
• Physician statement required for any malpractice history, regardless of outcome.
• Candidate email address and phone number must be included with submission.

Working Hours

• Schedule: Monday - Friday
• Shift: Day Shift
• Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• One-hour lunch break included
• No call coverage required
• Scheduled coverage only
  
• Full-time strongly preferred; near full-time availability may be considered
• Overtime available as needed

Observed Holidays

• New Year's Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving
• Christmas

Skills

• Hematology and Oncology patient management
• Chemotherapy administration and oversight
• Immunotherapy treatment management
• Targeted therapy planning and monitoring
• Hormone therapy management
• Cancer diagnosis and treatment planning
• Outpatient oncology clinic operations
• Inpatient oncology consultations
• Epic EMR proficiency
• Clinical documentation and compliance
• Patient counseling and education
• Interdisciplinary collaboration and communication
• Adaptability in a growing healthcare program

Practice Details

• Practice Setting: Outpatient Oncology Clinic (with occasional inpatient consults)
• Patient Volume: Approximately 18-20 patients per day
• Infusion Chairs: 15
• Charting Platform: Epic with AI-assisted charting

Clinical Team

• 1 Physician
• 1 Nurse Practitioner
• 3 CNA/CMA clinical support staff

Additional Workplace Information

• Professional attire required
• Closed-toe shoes required
• Cell phone use permitted and may be required for AI-assisted charting
• Call-in process: Notify Director via phone or text