Hematology and Oncology Physician (Intermittent/PRN)

We are recruiting for a motivated Hematology and Oncology Physician (Intermittent/PRN) to join our team!

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Department

Hematology/Oncology Physicians

Job Summary

Physicians in the Division of Hematology-Oncology diagnose illnesses related to the blood as well as malignant neoplastic processes, prescribe and administer treatment for people suffering from injury and/or disease, with expertise in chemotherapy and oncolytic treatments. Physicians examine patients, obtain medical histories, and order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests. Physicians performs procedures related to the specialty such as bone marrow biopsies and intrathecal chemotherapy administration. Documents all services in patient medical record. Serves as faculty members of the University of Colorado, School of Medicine.

Essential Functions:

• Collect medical histories of patients. (10%)
• Perform diagnostic procedures using MRIs, x-rays, and biopsies to determine the existence and extent of cancerous tumors. (40%)
• Create a treatment plan, typically comprised of radiation, chemotherapy, and/or surgery to combat cancers. (20%)
• Perform physical evaluations and administrative tasks, like maintaining medical records. (10%)
• Coordinate with other medical professionals to offer the best care possible for the patient. (10%)
• Perform bone marrow transplants. (5%)
• Provide supportive care to patients, including prescribing drugs to fight pain, inflammation, nausea, and fatigue. (5%)

Education:

• Doctorate Degree Graduate of an accredited medical school. Required

Work Experience:

Licenses:

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required
• MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures and techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, notably chemotherapeutic and oncolytic agents.
• Perform bone marrow aspirations and biopsies.
• Administer intrathecal chemotherapy.
• Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care.
• Able to receive detailed information through oral communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills.
• Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value systems.
• Performs in a tactful and professional manner.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Computer skills required.
• Computer skills preferred.

Shift

Work Type

PRN/Intermittent

Salary

$262,700.00 - $366,300.00 / yr (Pay range listed is for 1.0 full-time equivalent (FTE). See Work Type for actual FTE)

Benefits

• Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Community resource navigation support

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.