Oncology Opening in Covington, LA
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Physician
Specialty
Oncology-Medical Oncology
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Covington, Louisiana, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
2/21/25
Breast Medical Oncologist
Full Time
New Orleans 40m
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
JOB SUMMARY:
Provide compassionate, high-quality care for patients through the entire course of cancer treatment. Prescribe systemic treatments and care coordination with other physicians involved in management of cancer care. Position focus is on the management of breast cancer patients in close collaboration with fellowship-trained breast surgeons, reconstructive surgeons, radiation oncologists, and radiologists. NAPBC accredited program with a comprehensive support team that includes a high-risk breast program, nurse navigators, integrative therapy, and multi-disciplinary clinics.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Medical Degree from an ACGME accredited school
Must be licensed by the Louisiana State board of Medical Examiners
Successful completion of Hematology Oncology fellowship and Board Certification/ Board Eligible in Medical Oncology and Hematology
Epic experience a plus
Practice-based learning and improvement
Patient care and procedural skills
Systems-based practice
Appropriate medical knowledge
Interpersonal and communication skills
Professionalism
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 10 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:
Constant (67%-100%) - handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - reaching
Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping