We are seeking a Locums
Medical Hematology/Oncology Physician to provide coverage at an established outpatient
cancer center in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This opportunity offers a balanced mix
of outpatient clinic work with shared call responsibilities, supported by a
multidisciplinary oncology team.
Opportunities available
nationwide.
Position Details
- Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Practice Setting:
Outpatient Cancer Center
- Patient Population:
Adult & Geriatric
- Trauma Level:
Level II
- Call Schedule:
- If part of call pool: Monday–Sunday
- Weekday evening telephone call
- Weekend inpatient rounding with APP
support
- Call Ratio:
1 in 5
Clinical Focus
- Practice mix is approximately 60%
Hematology / 40% Oncology
- Primary focus: Lung Cancer
- Secondary focus: General/benign
hematology for patients not assigned to specialty physicians
- Current team includes subspecialists in Breast,
GI, GU, Neuro, and Lung Oncology (at a different location)
Patient Volume
- Outpatient Clinic:
- 8–16 patients per day
- 7–8 hours of scheduled patient
appointment time
- Hospital Call/Rounding:
- Average combined census of 22 patients
across two hospitals
- Approximately 4–5 new patients
Responsibilities
- Evaluate and manage oncology and
hematology patients in the outpatient setting
- Perform FNA/Biopsy procedures
- Participate in Tumor Board meetings
- Order diagnostic tests and imaging
- Prescribe medications and develop
treatment plans
- Provide inpatient rounding and
consultative support while on call
Requirements
- Board Certified or Truly Board Eligible
in Medical Oncology
- Active Michigan medical license (or
willingness to obtain)
- BLS certification
Grand Rapids, Michigan is a
vibrant West Michigan city known for its strong medical community, affordable
cost of living, and easy access to outdoor recreation, breweries, and Lake
Michigan—just a short drive away.