UC Job Title
Hematology and Oncology Physician
City
Rocklin
Job Summary
Board-certified or -eligible physician providing Hematology and Oncology clinical services at the Placer Health Center (Rocklin). The physician will perform all the duties of a clinical hematologist and medical oncologist with a commitment of 100% clinical effort (90% direct patient care and 10% indirect care/ administrative time). The physician will see classical hematology and oncology patients.
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Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position
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Must be licensed to practice medicine in the state of California.
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Must be board certified in Internal Medicine.
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Must be board certified in Hematology and/or Medical Oncology.
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Must provide current DEA certification.
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Must obtain CITI Certification within one month of hire as a condition of employment.
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Must possess a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
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Must provide Residency Diploma.
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No minimum work experience required.
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Knowledge of scientific research methods, and certification of federal guidelines related to conducting clinical trials.
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Knowledge of quality assurance procedures.
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Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communications skills.
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Demonstrated adequate computer skills to perform job duties and responsibilities.
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Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with community-based physicians, acts as a representative of the UC Cancer Center through active participation on the local Tumor Board, Cancer Committee, and other medical staff committees as required.
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Demonstrated ability to function in a professional manner with regards to patients, families, colleagues; comply with all medical staff policies and procedures; and to be an effective communicator with a broad range of people.
Preferred Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
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100% - Clinical care (including administrative time)
Department Overview
The Division of Hematology Oncology is one of 14 divisions in the Department of Internal Medicine, in the School of Medicine, at UC Davis Health. Hematology Oncology includes approximately 42 faculty (physician and research), six MSP physicians, 11 advanced practice providers and other clinical staff, and more than 50 research staff and administrative/ financial staff. Division ambulatory clinical services are located in the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center in Sacramento, C Street Clinic in Sacramento, the Placer Health Center in Rocklin and the Cancer Clinic in Folsom.
Department Specific Job Scope
During the day, the physician will see patients in the clinic and evaluate and initiate therapy for those patients. The physician will be scheduled one half-day/week in outpatient clinic at the UCDCCC. On average, the physician may see four to eight patients per four-hour clinic session (expectation is one new patient and six follow up patients per half-day, which may start as four new patients per half-day and could be eight follow up patients per half-day as the practice is established).
The UCDCCC is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, during which time, the physician is expected to be available for patients during his/her scheduled clinic activities. The physician's time will be allocated as 100% clinical effort (this includes time needed for completion of medical records, timely follow-up messages, and care coordination).
The physician's time will be allocated as follows:
90% direct clinical care
10% indirect care, administrative, education and training activities
When possible, the physician may attend monthly medical meetings:
Hematology Oncology division meetings (mandatory)
Hospital or Cancer Center committees
Mega Rounds and Journal Club
UC Davis tumor boards
Educational activities
Evaluation of acceptable performance will be based on the following:
1. Timeliness of medical records completion
2. Participation in medical staff activities at UC Davis
3. Participation in clinical trials
4. Peer review evaluations
5. Patient satisfaction surveys
6. Participation at Tumor Board and Cancer Committee at the Network site, where applicable
7. Generation of target levels of RVU’s per year
8. Malpractice history
Minimum qualifications: In addition to such other University policies and procedures as may be applicable, the Employee shall, during the term of this appointment, meet and maintain the following qualifications:
1. Employee shall maintain a current license to practice medicine in the State of California;
2. Employee shall have completed a medical internship at an accredited institution, completed a residency program in Internal Medicine at an accredited institution, and completed a medical fellowship in Hematology and/or Oncology;
3. Employee must be Board Certified and participating in Maintenance of Certification in Internal Medicine, and Board Certified or participating in Maintenance of Certification in Hematology and/or Medical Oncology within two years of accepting the position;
4. Employee shall have possession of a valid California medical license and DEA license at the time of appointment; 5. Employee shall be an active member in good standing with full privileges of the Medical Staff of the University of California, Davis Medical Center (“UCDMC”) or other hospitals where work is assigned by the Division Chief;
6. Employee shall maintain a volunteer clinical faculty appointment;
7. Employee shall maintain a federal DEA license without restrictions, to the extent necessary to render professional medical services pursuant to the job duties and responsibilities;
8. Employee shall maintain the ability to render professional medical services, unimpaired by drug or alcohol use, injury, illness or mental incompetence, subject to the University’s obligations and the state law concerning discrimination on the basis of disability, to the extent applicable;
9. Employee must abide by the UCD Health Science Campus Professional Fee Billing Compliance Plan;
10. Employee shall have knowledge of scientific research methods, and certification of federal guidelines related to conducting clinical trials;
11. Employee shall have knowledge of quality assurance procedures;
12. Employee shall have excellent verbal and written communications skills;
13. Employee shall have adequate computer skills to perform job duties and responsibilities;
14. Employee shall have effective patient care “bedside manner”;
15. Employee will maintain CITI certification; and
16. Employee shall work collaboratively with community-based physicians, act as a representative of the UC Cancer Center through active participation on the local Tumor Board, Cancer Committee, and other medical staff committees as required.
Failure to maintain these qualifications may lead to immediate termination of the Employment contract.
POSITION INFORMATION
Salary or Pay Range: $475,000 - $511,700-
Salary Frequency:
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Salary Grade: UC99
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UC Job Title: ASC PHYSCN DIPLOMATE
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UC Job Code: 000770
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Number of Positions:
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Appointment Type: Staff: Contract
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Percentage of Time: 100
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Shift (Work Schedule): M-F 8-5 Saturday (12 days per year)
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Location: Placer Center for Health (PCN147)
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Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
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Benefits Eligible:
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This position is 100% on-site
Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.
If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html
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High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
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UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
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Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
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Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
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Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
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Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
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Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
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WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
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On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
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Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
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Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
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Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
Physical Demands
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Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
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Walking - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
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Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
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Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
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Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
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Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
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Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
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Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
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Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Never 0 Hours
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Bending/Stooping - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
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Squatting/Kneeling - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
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Twisting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
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Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
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Reaching overhead - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
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Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Environmental Demands
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Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
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Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
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Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
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Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
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Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Never 0 Hours
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Extreme Temperatures - Never 0 Hours
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Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Mental Demands
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Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
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Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
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Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
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Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
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Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
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Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
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Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
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Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Work Environment
UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.
Working in fast-paced clinical environments, with locations that require walking.
Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position
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This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
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This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials
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This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.
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As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
To view the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination
Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere
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