Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Oncology - Radiation in St. Joseph, MO

Doctor of Medicine | Oncology - Radiation
Location: St. Joseph, MO
Employer: LocumTenens.com
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with LocumTenens.com to find a qualified Radiation Oncology MD in St. Joseph, Missouri, 64501!

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-214836-MD-MO
• Title: MD
• Dates Needed: ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Type: Day Shift
• Assignment Type: Outpatient
• Call Required: No
• Board Certification Required: Yes
• Job Duration: Locums

This large hospital features a dedicated cancer center that specializes in comprehensive radiation oncology services. The facility maintains modern radiation therapy equipment and provides a structured clinical environment focused on delivering quality cancer care to the community. The center supports a collaborative team approach with dedicated support staff including registered nurses, medical assistants, access representatives, physicists, and dosimetrists to ensure optimal patient care coordination.

St. Charles offers community events throughout the year, including seasonal celebrations like the Apple Blossom Parade in May and weekly lighthouse tours during warmer months. The area features recreational venues such as the Heritage Park Softball Complex, Joyce Raye Patterson 50+ Activity Center, and the Missouri Theater, which host various cultural programs. Families can enjoy activities at locations like the inspireU Children's Discovery Center and participate in regular community events including music festivals and game nights.

The radiation oncologist will provide comprehensive outpatient oncology services during day shift hours with no call or weekend requirements. Daily responsibilities include managing an average of 35-50 patients on treatment between two radiation oncologists while delivering SRS, SBRT, IMRT, EBRT, and 3D CRT treatments in an outpatient practice setting. The clinician will utilize both Aria and EPIC EMR systems for all patient documentation and treatment planning. Hospital privileges are required, and the position emphasizes effective communication, collaborative patient care, and quality-driven treatment delivery within a team-oriented environment.

• Case Load/PPD: 35-50 patients on treatment
• Support Staff: 3 RNs, 1 Medical Assistant, 4 Access Representatives, Chief Physicist, Junior Physicist, 2 Dosimetrists
• Patient Population: Adults
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: No
• Government: No
• Number of New Consults: 0
• Treatment Types: SRS, SBRT, IMRT, EBRT, 3D CRT

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1. Assume leadership roles or managerial responsibilities in interim positions or short-term assignments, honing your leadership skills and management expertise.
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