We are seeking a skilled Medical Oncologist Physician for a 40-day locum tenens assignment in Missouri, beginning Jun 22, 2026. This role involves 8-hour day shifts, primarily focused on clinic and inpatient rounding with an anticipated patient load of 10-20 per day. Our client requires a dedicated professional to manage a diverse range of medical oncology and hematology cases.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform clinic and inpatient rounding, managing 10-20 patients per day.
• Manage a variety of medical oncology and hematology cases, including Breast, Lung (NSCLC, SCLC), Colorectal, Prostate, Pancreatic, Head & Neck, Melanoma & other skin cancers.
• Address conditions such as Sickle Cell Anemia, Coagulopathies, and Benign Hematology.
• Order and manage toxicities related to Chemotherapy (IV/Oral), Immunotherapy (Keytruda, Opdivo), Targeted Therapy (TKIs, CDK4/6 inhibitors), and Hormonal Therapy (tamoxifen, aromatase inhibitors).
• Administer Blood Transfusions and Growth Factor Support (Neulasta, Epogen).
• Provide Chemo supervision and orders.
• Perform Bone marrow Biopsies/aspirations.
• Manage oncologic emergencies including tumor lysis syndrome, spinal cord compression, and neutropenic fever.
• Coordinate genetic testing and counseling.

Additional Information

• EMR: Epic

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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