Hospitalist Physician - Oncology Service at Duke Health

Durham, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Care, Supervision, Patient Assessment, Symptom Management, Care Planning, Medical Decision Making, Consultation, Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration, Documentation, Oncology

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of the four Duke Healthhospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more. Job Location Duke University Hospital Job Summary The Duke Cancer Institute and Duke’s Division of Medical Oncology are actively recruiting for a Hospitalist Physician to integrate into our inpatient Medical Oncology / Solid Tumor Service. Hospitalist Physicians in Oncology are clinicians who provide clinical care for adult oncology patients admitted at Duke University Hospital. Job Duties and Responsibilities Oncology Hospitalist physicians will supervise teams of advanced practice providers (APPs) engaged in direct patient care activities and medical/clinical practice as the principal component of his/her overall professional responsibility. During times of high census, the Oncology Hospitalist may need to engage in direct patient care activities. Patient care activities will include, but are not be limited to: Assessment, evaluation, pain and symptom management, care planning and modification, medications/therapeutic recommendations, and medical decision making. Direct contact and consultation with patient family members, friends, advocates, and others to ensure effective communication of patient status and care plans, and to encourage/support an open visitor- friendly environment within the medical/hospital environment. Extensive and on-going communications with primary oncology teams who routinely manage the cancer care of patients in the outpatient setting. Day-to-day patient contact/rounding/care management that actively encourages and includes professional input from all members of the interdisciplinary team. Accurate and timely completion of all clinical and professional records and documentation to assure compliance with local, state and federal regulatory, licensure and accreditation requirements. Work to create a positive work culture within cross-departmental teams and align this work with other Oncology initiatives. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Job Eligibility Requirements Education Graduate of an accredited MD or DO medical school Completion of Internal Medicine Residency Program Hematology/Oncology Fellowship preferred, but not required Certification Board Eligible IM pending or recent graduates may apply, but otherwise American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) certification is required. Board Certified in Hematology and/or Oncology is preferred, but not required. License License to practice medicine issued by the NCMB Federal and State DEA License Experience Hospitalist and/or Hematology/Oncology experience preferred but welcome new grad applicants Job Hours 16 shifts per month, approximately 7am – 7 pm Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Responsibilities

Oncology Hospitalist physicians will primarily supervise teams of advanced practice providers engaged in direct patient care activities for admitted adult oncology patients, stepping in for direct care during high census periods. Responsibilities also include extensive communication with primary oncology teams and ensuring accurate clinical documentation.