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Medical Oncologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Central Georgia

LocumTenens.com · Irwinton, GA · 2 days ago
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Assignment Overview

Locum tenens Medical Oncologist position (Job Reference: ORD-225139-MD-GA) starting January, ongoing. Day shift with call coverage; inpatient and clinic assignment. Board certification required.

Facility

This cancer institute provides specialized medical oncology services in both inpatient and clinic settings, supported by a team of six APPs, including a resource APP, and registered nurse physician support. The facility maintains 28 infusion chairs and structured clinical workflows to support coordinated oncologic care delivery. Clinical operations are designed to ensure quality patient care for the adult oncology population across all assigned coverage periods.

The region offers a range of cultural, recreational, and heritage attractions suitable for a variety of interests. Outdoor recreation opportunities are available throughout the area, complemented by arts and culture venues, live music, and family-friendly activities. The surrounding area supports year-round engagement across diverse recreational and community interests.

Clinical Responsibilities

  • Manage 20–25 new and follow-up adult medical oncology patients per day
  • Provide inpatient and clinic coverage Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Clinical scope limited to medical oncology; acute leukemia and bone marrow transplants excluded
  • Supervise APPs performing bone marrow biopsies under physician oversight
  • No additional procedures required

Call Requirements

  • One weekend per month (24‑hour call)
  • Possibility of one weekday call shift per month

Qualifications

  • Board certification in Medical Oncology required
  • Active medical license for the state of assignment (Georgia)

Schedule

Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Call coverage: one weekend per month, with possible one weekday call shift per month.

Patient Volume & Case Mix

  • 20–25 patients per day (new consults and follow-ups)
  • Adult medical oncology population
  • Approximately 20 new consults per day
  • Treatment types: medical oncology only; no bone marrow transplants; no acute leukemia
  • 28 infusion chairs on-site

Support Staff

  • Six APPs (including a resource APP)
  • Registered nurse physician support
  • APPs perform bone marrow biopsies under physician oversight

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