Hematology/Oncology Physician

Seeking an experienced Hematology/Oncology Locum Physician to provide inpatient coverage in the Minneapolis metro area. This role requires a physician to manage adult hematology/oncology patients, including chemotherapy administration, assessment of port integrity, and care for patients with vascular access devices (VAD/CV Catheters). The locum will be required to work weekends, with some overnight shifts included in the schedule.

• Inpatient Care: Provide direct patient care for adult hematology and oncology patients in a hospital setting.
• Chemotherapy Administration: Administer chemotherapy treatments, including intrathecal chemotherapy.
• VAD/CV Catheter Management: Assess and manage VADs and CV catheters, including assessing port integrity.
• Call Coverage: Participate in call coverage from 5 pm to 8 am with a low volume of calls (average 1-2 calls per night).
• Documentation: Utilize the EPIC system for patient documentation.
• Weekend Shifts: Work weekend shifts as part of the 7-day per week schedule, including overnights.

• Board Certification: ABMS Board Certified in Hematology/Oncology (required)
• State License: Must hold an active Minnesota medical license (required)
• BLS Certification: Must have current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required)
• Experience: Proven experience in hematology/oncology inpatient settings.
• Procedures: Expertise in the management of vascular access devices (VAD), central venous catheters (CV), and chemotherapy administration, including intrathecal chemotherapy.

• Credentialing Timeframe: 3-4 months (credentialing required before start)
• Call Schedule: 5 pm to 8 am, low call volume (1-2 calls per night)
• Hospital Designation: Level 1 trauma center
• Patient Load: Average of 10+ patients per day for rounding/call
• Documentation System: EPIC EMR
• Weekend and Overnight Shifts: Required