Opportunity:
DO;MD - Medical Oncology
Job Details:
- Medical Oncologist needed to provide intermittent coverage throughout the year, approximately 7-10 weeks annually to support the permanent provider during PTO and training
- Coverage dates will be determined based on the permanent provider's PTO and training schedule
- Upcoming December 2026 coverage dates available:
- December 10-11: Day shift and night call
- December 14-15: Day shift and night call
- December 22: Day shift and night call
- Providers must cover a combination of weekday day shifts, weekday night call, and 24-hour weekend call; providers available for night call only will not meet coverage needs
- Providers must remain in the local area while on call and be able to report onsite if called in, particularly for weekend 24-hour call coverage
- Active Illinois license required; IMLC not accepted
- Provider will round in the hospital prior to clinic hours (8:00 AM - 9:00 AM), then see patients in the clinic from 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Practice split is approximately 70% Medical Oncology and 30% Hematology
- Scheduled patient load includes approximately 10 clinic patients, mostly patients in for treatment; no new patients will be seen by the locum
- Inpatient rounding on oncology patients only, typically 1-10 patients
- Procedures may include bone marrow aspiration and biopsy if needed
- Will treat AML patients, but no new AML cases; bone marrow transplants are not required
- Solo, hospital-based practice with clinic and inpatient duties at one site
- Support staff includes RNs and nurse navigators
- Call coverage is all-inclusive for weekday night call and weekend 24-hour call
Facility:
This is a hospital-based medical oncology practice operating within a well-established healthcare system. The facility provides comprehensive oncology and hematology services, supporting patients through treatment, consultations, and ongoing care. The team utilizes a multidisciplinary approach, with strong support staff including registered nurses and nurse navigators to ensure quality patient outcomes.
Location:
Danville, IL
Danville, Illinois offers a welcoming Midwestern community with affordable living and a rich history, situated conveniently near the Illinois-Indiana border. The area provides easy access to outdoor recreation, local dining, and cultural attractions, while maintaining proximity to larger cities like Champaign-Urbana and Indianapolis.