Hematology​/Oncology Physician

Location:
Joplin, MO

Joplin offers a welcoming Midwestern community atmosphere in southwest Missouri with a strong sense of local pride. The city provides convenient access to beautiful Ozark Mountain landscapes while maintaining the amenities of a regional hub for healthcare, education, and shopping.

Facility:
This cancer center is a leading oncology treatment facility equipped with cutting-edge technology including da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery, Elekta Versa HD linear accelerator offering IMRT stereotactic radiation treatment, PET/CT scans, and the region's only automated breast ultrasound (ABUS). The center provides comprehensive cancer care services to the surrounding community.

Opportunity:
Physician - Internal Medicine - Hematology and Oncology

Job Details:

• Clinic schedule Monday-Friday 8am to 4:30pm with possibility of half day off during the week
• Long-term assignment: 4 weeks per month (May-August), then 2 weeks per month (September 2026 onward)
• Primarily medical oncology (60%) and hematology (40%) patient care
• Patient load of 15-23 patients per clinic shift
• Perform consults, follow-ups, and possibly bone marrow procedures
• Light call requirements with beeper consultation (1-2 patients during night call)
• Weekend on-call and some weekday evening call with phone calls and occasional rounding
• Work alongside 2 full-time physicians and 2 full-time APPs
• No acute leukemia or malignant hematology cases
• Hospitalists handle new patient admissions
• Board certification required (minimum eligible)
• Must have ACLS, ATLS, and BLS certifications
• Requires at least 2 weeks of availability to be considered
• Emergency privileges available for open dates within 60 days
• 90-day credentialing timeframe
• Closest airport is Joplin Regional Airport with lodging available at Homewood Suites

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.