Physician / Oncology

An outpatient cancer treatment center, part of a local hospital is seeking a hematologist/oncologist for locum tenens coverage. In Carterville, Illinois, explore the picturesque Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge, known for birdwatching and hiking amidst scenic lakes and forests. The position requires full-time availability from Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with a call rotation of 1 week in 6 and weekend coverage. The daily patient volume is expected to be around 15. Hospital privileges are required at all three local hospitals, with a typical privileging timeframe of 60-90 days. Full-time locums are needed either for full-time onsite coverage or a hybrid model combining onsite and telemedicine. Board certification in both Medical Oncology and Hematology is a prerequisite for the role. Dates Needed: ASAP ongoing, full-time (likely start date is late July / early August) Call Ratio/Schedule: 1:6 Case Load/PPD: 15 PPD Shift Type: Day Shift; Call; 24-Hour Call Assignment Type: Outpatient; Clinic Assignment Duration: Locums Number of New Consults: 0-2 Treatment Types: General Hem/Onc Call Required: Yes Board Certification Required: Yes Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes Patient Population: Adults Government: No Reference ID: ORD-170592-MD-IL