Job Opportunity: Permanent Hematology/Oncology Physician in Mason City, IA
Join a thriving practice at a prestigious cancer center located in Mason City, Iowa. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a busy outpatient setting with minimal inpatient responsibilities. The center features a recently completed $10 million expansion, providing a beautiful, patient-friendly environment for comprehensive cancer care. With a supportive work-life balance, this role is perfect for someone looking to grow within a collaborative team of hematology-oncology specialists and advanced practice providers.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide care to adult and geriatric patients in an outpatient setting.
- Manage a patient load of 12-16 patients per day.
- Perform required procedures including management of VAD/CV catheters and intrathecal chemotherapy.
- Participate in tumor board meetings and order necessary tests and images.
- Work collaboratively with nursing staff, who administer chemotherapy per physician orders.
- Contribute to educational efforts by teaching CRNA students.
- Maintain participation in weekly tumor boards with on-site specialists.
- Support a minimal on-call schedule with phone-only availability.
Qualifications:
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in Hematology/Oncology or Internal Medicine with subspecialty certification.
- Able to obtain or hold a valid Iowa medical license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or willingness to obtain.
- DEA certification and Controlled Substance registration (CSR/CDS) or willingness to obtain.
License and Certification Requirements:
- Must be Board Eligible (must become Board Certified within 3 years).
- Iowa medical license or IMLC required.
- BLS certification required.
- DEA and CDS certification required.
Mason City, located in the heart of Iowa, offers a vibrant community with a cost of living 24% lower than the national average. Experience the charm of a friendly town combined with the benefits of a regional health system, making it an excellent place to live and work. Enjoy the easy access to the great outdoors, local culture, and a supportive community environment. Discover all that Mason City has to offer.