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LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Hematology and Oncology MD in California!
About The Position
 We are seeking a skilled Hematologist/Oncologist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment at a hospital in California. Starting on 06/16/2025, this opportunity offers a comprehensive schedule including 5-day work weeks with 24-hour call shifts, one weekend on-call per month, and an optional day of telehealth. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing a full spectrum of benign and malignant conditions in adult patients, including solid tumors, benign hematology disorders, and malignant hematology cases. This role involves providing new consultations, evening cross coverage, and night calls across two hospital locations. The position requires expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing complex hematological and oncological conditions using the Cerner electronic health record system.
Job Details:
Location: California
Facility Type: Hospital
Start Date: 06/16/2025
LOA: 120 days
Provider Type Needed: Hematologist/Oncologist
Schedule: 5 days per week, 7am-7am call shifts; 7 days with one weekend on-call per month; optional 1 day telehealth
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Diagnose and treat adult patients with benign and malignant hematological and oncological conditions
• Manage solid tumors, benign hematology disorders (clotting disorders, anemia, cytopenias, sickle cell, etc.)
• Treat malignant hematology cases including acute and chronic leukemias
• Provide new consultations and evening cross coverage for two hospital locations
• Handle night calls and emergent patient care needs
• Utilize Cerner electronic health record system for patient documentation
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Participate in tumor boards and treatment planning sessions
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records
• Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures
• Provide patient education on treatment options and disease management
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in hematology and oncology
Additional Information:
• California state medical license required
• Proficiency in Cerner EHR system preferred
• Comfort with both in-person and telehealth consultations
• Possibility of assignment extension
Apply now to learn more!
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 (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.
Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.
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About Barton Associates
The Locum Tenens Experts
Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.
The Best Talent in the Industry
Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.
Maximize Patient Access And Revenue
Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.
Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive
- Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffiÂng solutions your organization needs to thrive.
A Proactive Approach
- We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen staffing challenges.
Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process
- From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!
Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided
- Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.
Industry Leading Support
- When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.
