Physician, Hematology & Medical Oncology

Position Overview

Schedule: 36 hours of patient facing + 4 hours of indirect patient care 5 days per week (with 1 day of telehealth optional) and 7 days with one weekend on-call per month (covering both hospitals for new consultations and evening cross coverage and night calls).

Average patient load is 1-2 new patients per day and 12 follow up patients. Inpatient census varies – own patients rounded on by provider, night coverage for all patients.

Key Responsibilities

• Patient care: Diagnose, treat, and manage adult patients with a full spectrum of both benign and malignant conditions including solid tumors, benign hematology (clotting disorders, anemia, cytopenias, sickle cell, etc.) and malignant hematology (acute and chronic leukemia’s, multiple myeloma, lymphoma, myeloproliferative disorders, etc.).
• Treatment plans: Develop individualized treatment regimens, utilizing tumor boards, clinical trials, and collaboration with the team of dedicated physicians. Modalities include chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, hormonal therapy, radiation therapy, and regional referral for transplant and CAR-T support.
• Collaborative care: Active tumor boards for coordination of care with other specialists to include diagnostic imaging, pathology, surgery, radiation oncology, medical oncology, palliative care, nurse practitioners, and clinical trial team members
• Infusion therapy: Oversee the administration of chemotherapy, transfusion therapy, immunotherapy, and other biologics in the adjacent infusion center.
• Clinical Trials: Multiple clinical trials are available with active IRB. Enrollment is encouraged to offer patients cutting-edge treatment options.
• Education: Educate patients and their families on diagnosis, treatment options, and potential adverse effects of their treatment while providing ongoing emotional support.
• Documentation and Compliance: Maintain accurate and detailed medical records in compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.
• Regulatory Adherence: Ensure all care complies with industry standards, including those established by the NCCN, ASCO, and regulatory bodies.

Qualifications

• Education: MD or DO degree
• Certification: Board-certified or board-eligible in Hematology and Oncology
• Licensure: Valid medical license to practice in California
• Experience: Proven experience in hematology/oncology, with expertise in the diagnosis and management of both hematologic malignancies and solid tumors
• Skills: Strong diagnostic, clinical, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide compassionate care
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively within a collaborative, multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Communication: Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and a diverse medical team

About Us

Interpersonal Skills and Values: Demonstrates NorthBay Health’s True North Values: Nurture Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust, and Hardwire Excellence. These values guide behavior, accountability, teamwork, and commitment to high-quality patient care.

Why NorthBay Health

NorthBay Health is an independent, nonprofit health system serving the Napa, Solano, and Yolo County regions. We are expanding access to care across our communities through two acute-care hospitals, including a Level II Trauma Center and a Level III NICU maternity unit, along with a cancer center, urgent care locations, and a growing network of primary and specialty care clinics. We provide advanced services in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, orthopedics, surgery, and outpatient specialties. NorthBay Health is nationally recognized for quality care, including Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing and multiple U.S. News and World Report high performing recognitions. We are committed to being the trusted healthcare partner of choice and offer an environment where employees can grow, contribute meaningfully, and support the health of our communities.

NorthBay Health Benefits Options

• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, life, disability, and long-term care coverage, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and bereavement, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, education reimbursement for eligible roles, professional development and training programs, Employee Assistance Program, wellness programs, recognition programs, shift differentials, and market-based compensation review and increases subject to approval and organizational performance.

Remote Work Disclosure

NorthBay Health is primarily an onsite organization due to the nature of healthcare. Some roles may allow hybrid or remote work based on business needs. Remote work is not supported in Washington, Ohio, Wyoming, North Dakota, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, or outside of the United States.

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