. This on-site, contract position offers a rewarding opportunity to provide high-quality cancer care and treatment for patients with hematologic and oncologic conditions in a collaborative healthcare environment.
As a Locum Hematology Oncologist, you will be responsible for evaluating patients, developing treatment plans, and delivering advanced therapeutic interventions including chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Working on-site at our Pendleton facility, you will partner with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care for every individual. This contract role is well-suited for an associate-level physician seeking immediate clinical impact and professional flexibility in a locum tenens capacity.
- Diagnose and treat patients with hematologic malignancies and solid tumor cancers
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Develop and implement individualized chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy treatment plans
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Conduct comprehensive patient consultations, physical examinations, and follow-up assessments
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Interpret laboratory results, imaging studies, and pathology reports to guide clinical decisions
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Administer and monitor chemotherapy infusions and manage treatment-related side effects
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Collaborate with surgeons, radiologists, pathologists, and palliative care specialists to coordinate patient care
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Document all patient encounters accurately and maintain timely electronic medical records
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Participate in tumor boards, case conferences, and multidisciplinary care planning sessions
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Provide education and emotional support to patients and their families regarding diagnosis and treatment options
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Manage acute and chronic complications of cancer therapy, including neutropenia, anemia, and thrombocytopenia
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Ensure compliance with clinical protocols, safety standards, and medical regulatory requirements
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Coordinate referrals and transitions of care with community providers and specialty services
- Medical Doctor (MD) degree or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution
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Board certification or board eligibility in Hematology, Oncology, or Hematology/Oncology
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Active, unrestricted medical license in the applicable jurisdiction
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Associate-level experience in hematology and oncology clinical practice
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Completion of an accredited residency program in Internal Medicine and a fellowship in Hematology/Oncology
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Strong clinical diagnostic and treatment planning skills in oncology and hematology
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills with patients, families, and healthcare teams
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Ability to work independently in an on-site clinical setting while functioning well within a team
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Proficiency with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and clinical documentation standards
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Commitment to compassionate, evidence-based, and patient-centered care delivery
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Ability to manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced medical practice environment
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Current CPR/BLS certification and adherence to infection control and safety protocols
Schedule: Monday-Thursday (8a-5p), 1 week per month
No call requirement
Setting: Outpatient
Patient Volume: 15-18 per day plus biopsies, 1-3 consults per week
Responsibilities: Hospital-based outpatient care and chemotherapy program director/provider
Required Procedures: Bone marrow biopsies
Support Staff: Hematology oncology-trained ARNP, nurses
EMR: ECW and MediTech
Must be board-certified or board-eligible
Additional Required Certifications: BLS and DEA
Paid travel & expenses
