Locum Tenens Hematology/Oncology Job in North Chicago, Illinois
- Position Type: Locum Tenens
- Recruited Specialty: Hematology/Oncology
- Does the Physician Need To Be Trained In Specialty Being Recruited: No
- State License Required: No
- Terms of Locums Assignment: Long Term (More than 2 months)
- How soon does the position need to be filled: 1-3 months
About the Facility: North Chicago VAMC
The North Chicago VA Medical Center (VAMC), located in North Chicago, Illinois, provides comprehensive healthcare services to U.S. military veterans. As part of the Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital network, it offers a wide range of services, including primary care, specialty care, mental health services, and rehabilitation. The facility is also equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities, and it offers support services such as social work, pharmacy, and outpatient care. Additionally, the North Chicago VAMC is dedicated to research and education, with a focus on improving the health and well-being of veterans through innovative care and community engagement.
Facility Address: 3001 Green Bay Road, North Chicago, IL 60064
Hem/Onc Physician - RESPONSIBILITIES (listed are included but not limited to)
- The Hematology/Oncology Physician shall be responsible for providing Hematology/Oncology care, including, but not limited to: Diagnosis, evaluation, and management of various disease conditions related to Hematological and Oncological diseases or coagulopathies.
- Performance of clinical procedures such as bone marrow biopsies with microscopic evaluation, prescription of chemotherapy and other cancer agents, and other duties as assigned, within the latest standards of evidence-based practice.
- Provide consultative services at the patient's bedside if the patient is not ambulatory and, in the clinic setting, if the patient is able to report to the outpatient clinic.
- Be on-call to evaluate and treat Hematologist/Oncologist consults, clinic, and chemotherapy patients. Extensive inpatient and outpatient teaching of medical students and medical residents is required.
- Provide inpatient and outpatient teaching of medical students and medical residents required.
- Provide discharge education and follow-up instructions that are coordinated with the next care setting for all Hematology/Oncology clinical patients.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
- Must be board certified OR board eligible by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) in Hematology/Oncology.
- Must have current license to practice medicine in any state, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia.
- Must have current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as certified by the American Heart Association (AHA).
(Registered Profile Required)
KurzSolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Facility Address: 3001 Green Bay Road, North Chicago, IL 60064
- Hourly Pay Rate: Open
- Practice State: Illinois
- Practice City: North Chicago
- Community Size: 25,000 - 49,999
- Community Details: Registered Candidates Only
- Location of Medical Training: American Medical Graduate (AMG), Foreign Medical Graduate (FMG)
- Medical Training Type: Allopathic (MD), Osteopathic (DO)
- Board Certification: Board Certified, Board Eligible
- Work Status Requirements: US Citizen
- Agency: KurzSolutions
