Radiation Oncologist

JOB OVERVIEW • Job ID: 3505814 • Profession: Physician • Specialty: Radiation Oncology • Job Type: Locum Tenens • Location: Potsdam, NY • Service Setting: Outpatient Clinic within an Acute Care Hospital • Coverage Type: Clinical Only • Coverage Period: Three days during the week of December 28, 2026, and three days during the week of January 4, 2027 • Clinical Shift Schedule: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM or 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM; Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday preferred, with other options considered • On-Call Shift Schedule: No call required COVERAGE DATES • Week of December 28, 2026: Three consecutive days; exact dates to be confirmed • Week of January 4, 2027: Three consecutive days; exact dates to be confirmed PATIENT INFORMATION • Patient Demographics: Adults • Patient Volume/Census: Approximately 10 to 15 patients per provider • Case Mix: Radiation oncology; adult patients requiring cancer treatment and management FACILITY INFORMATION • No. of Beds in Department: Not applicable; clinic setting • Trauma Level: Listed as Adult III/IV; clarification required • EMR System: Epic • Office Equipment Available: Pyxis automated medication dispensing system • Support Staff Available: One nurse practitioner and one licensed practical nurse; department also lists one provider • Reason for Coverage: Physician vacation coverage • Floating: Not required PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE • Submission Requirements: Agency-branded curriculum vitae, current work history, explanation of gaps of 30 days or more, and candidate email address and telephone number • Malpractice History: Physician statement required for any malpractice involvement, including dismissed cases REQUIRED PROCEDURES • Radiation therapy treatment planning and management • Advanced radiation therapy, including stereotactic radiosurgery, is referenced in the source; required procedural scope must be confirmed JOB REQUIREMENTS • Licenses: Active New York medical license in hand; candidates requiring licensure will not be considered • Board: Radiation Oncology; board eligibility is listed in the clinical requirements, while submission instructions require board certification. Confirmation required • Certifications: BLS and ACLS required; American Heart Association or RQI credentials accepted per submission instructions • Experience: Minimum two years of recent experience • Other Qualifications: Epic experience required; strong written and verbal communication skills • Residents and Fellows: Not accepted DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Evaluate patients, review medical histories and diagnostic findings, and determine appropriate radiation oncology treatment strategies. • Develop individualized radiation therapy plans based on cancer type, stage, and location. • Oversee radiation treatment delivery within the confirmed clinical scope. • Monitor treatment response, adjust treatment plans as appropriate, and manage treatment-related side effects. • Collaborate with the oncology team to coordinate care and maintain accurate documentation in Epic. • Follow department policies, including a required 30-minute lunch break, prior approval for overtime, and at least two hours of notice for an absence. • Adhere to facility dress, identification, infection prevention, and personal device policies.