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Medical Oncologist (Murrieta)
Medical Oncologist (Murrieta)cCARE - California Cancer Associates for Research & Excellence • Murrieta, CA, US
Medical Oncologist (Murrieta)

Medical Oncologist (Murrieta)

cCARE - California Cancer Associates for Research & Excellence • Murrieta, CA, US
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Hematology / Oncology Physician - San Marcos - Murrieta, California

Job Purpose :

The Medical Oncologist / Hematologist will be responsible for managing the care and treatment of cancer patients. The Medical Oncologist / Hematologist will work closely with center team members to implement treatment plans and monitor progress.

Major Responsibilities :

  • Work with patients to discuss and understand treatment options and assist in managing the side effects and symptoms of the treatment.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families and center team members.
  • Capable of handling stressful situations, making informed decisions and giving emotional support to patients and their families.
  • Documenting and coordinating treatment plans for each patient.
  • Evaluate and assess the physiologic and psychological responsiveness of each patients response to treatment.
  • Performing administrative tasks, such as keeping patients notes and records updated, writing prescriptions, providing education information to patients and monitoring treatment plans.
  • Respond to patient and referring physician needs and concerns regarding patients treatment as expeditiously as possible.
  • Attend any required clinic meetings.
  • Promote cooperation and teamwork among other physicians and team members of the clinic.
  • Comply with all credentialing, quality assurance and utilization review criteria that are adopted by the Company.
  • Adhere to the companys code of conduct and compliance program requirements.
  • Comply with all rules, regulations, policies and procedures regarding medical record documentation and coding accuracy standards, established by the Company.
  • Maintain values consistent with the professions code of ethics and scope of practice as well as adhering to national, company standards, policies and procedures regarding treatment delivery and patient care.
  • Participate in continuing education programs that are required to maintain clinical competency.
  • Perform any other functions as required

Qualifications and Education Requirements

  • MD or MD / PhD with medical training specifically in oncology and or hematology-oncology.
  • Must be Board certified and / or Board eligible in hematology / oncology with a state license in good standing.
  • If Board eligible, must be willing to take the boards and successfully pass within 12 months.
  • Ability to interpret clinical, genomic and efficacy data.
  • Motivated to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Through and up-to-date working knowledge of cancers and cancer treatment options.
  • Technical skills to operate medical equipment and tools related to cancer treatment.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, technicians, fellow medical professionals and other clinic team members.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
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    Medical Oncologist • Murrieta, CA, US