JOB OVERVIEW

• Profession: Physician
  
• Specialty: Hematology & Oncology
  
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
  
• Location: Santa Cruz, CA
  
• Service Setting: Ambulatory
  
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
  
• Coverage Period: Sep 29, 2026 – Ongoing
  
• Shift Schedule: Tue – Fri, 8a – 5p
  
• Reason for Coverage: Physicians leaving to start their own practice
  

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Average Daily Volume: 13-18 patients per day
  
• Case Mix: Hematology & Oncology
  

FACILITY INFORMATION

• No. of Beds in Department: 17-bed inpatient oncology unit, 15-bay infusion center
  
• EMR System: Cerner
  
• Specialty Backup Available: Anesthesia, Radiation Oncology, Nurse Navigators, Social Workers, Research Coordinators, Genetic Counselors
  
• Support Staff Available: Dedicated RN staff, Nurse Navigators, Social Workers, Pharmacy Liaison, Research Coordinators, Genetic Counselors
  

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
  
• Temporary Privileges Available: No
  
• Credentialing Timeline: Up to 90 days
  

REQUIRED PROCEDURES

• Chemotherapy administration
  
• Infusion therapy
  
• Patient consultations
  
• Management of hematologic and oncologic conditions
  

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Board: Board Certified in Medical Oncology or Hematology/Oncology (Board Eligible considered)
  
• Licenses: Active California License (CA)
  
• DEA: Active DEA Certification
  
• Certifications: BLS (preferred)
  
• AOther Qualifications: Completion of accredited post-graduate training program, Clean malpractice/background
  

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide expert hematology and oncology care to patients in outpatient clinic setting.
  
• Utilize the co-located Solari Infusion Center for chemotherapy and infusion therapy delivery.
  
• Collaborate with nurse navigators, social workers, and multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless patient journey.
  
• Participate in weekly tumor boards and daily multidisciplinary rounds.
  
• Manage a patient volume of 13-18 patients per day.