Hematologist / Oncologist (MD/DO) - Texas
12 days ago
Abilene
Job DescriptionHematologist / Oncologist (MD/DO)Position Summary The Hematologist/Oncologist provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with benign and malignant disorders of the blood and cancer. This role involves delivering evidence-based medical care, coordinating multidisciplinary oncology services, and supporting patients and families throughout the continuum of care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities • Evaluate and manage patients with hematologic disorders and solid and hematologic malignancies, • Diagnose and treat conditions including anemia, thrombosis, coagulation disorders, leukemia, lymphoma, and solid tumors, • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans utilizing chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and supportive care, • Provide outpatient oncology care and inpatient consultation services as needed, • Monitor treatment response and manage therapy-related side effects and complications, • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including radiation oncology, surgery, pathology, radiology, pharmacy, and palliative care, • Participate in tumor boards and care planning conferences, • Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, prognosis, and survivorship care, • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, • Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives, • Supervise and educate advanced practice providers, residents, or fellows as applicable, • Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards Qualifications • Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school, • Completion of an accredited internal medicine residency program, • Completion of an accredited hematology/oncology fellowship program, • Board-eligible or board-certified in Hematology and Medical Oncology, • Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure, • DEA registration or eligibility Skills and Competencies • Expertise in hematologic and oncologic disease management, • Strong clinical judgment and complex decision-making skills, • Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities, • Ability to manage complex, chronic, and life-threatening conditions, • Commitment to evidence-based practice and compassionate, patient-centered care Work Environment • Outpatient oncology clinics, infusion centers, and hospital inpatient settings, • Call responsibilities as determined by practice or service needs Physical Requirements • Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinical environments, • Manual dexterity for examinations and office-based procedures Must maintain state certification and/or licensure.