Responsibilities:
● Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to accurately assess patient needs and develop a treatment plan that meets those needs
● Participate as a key member of the patient care team to formulate treatment plans and monitor patient progress
● Utilize and promote approved standards of care, procedures, methods, techniques, safety precautions, and study protocols
● Participate in the development, review, and evaluation of standard operating procedures and study-specific procedures
● Mentor junior doctors and medical students, perform auditing and research, and attend conferences and committee meetings as necessary
● Order several diagnostic tests, which includes biopsy, imaging procedures, and blood tests, to confirm a specific diagnosis
● Provide patients with detailed information regarding cancer, the prognosis of the disease, and possible interventions or treatment options they may choose to undergo
● Develop appropriate treatment plans, complete with measurable goals, that provides the highest level of care while considering and respecting patient preference
● Maintain patients’ quality of life by managing cancer-related pain and other symptoms and side effects of treatment
● Reassess progress of the disease as treatment progresses and pursue alternative therapies as needed, as well as palliative care when appropriate
● Participate in training sessions and correspondence for respective study protocols and clinical trials, ensuring confidentiality is maintained
Requirements:
● MD or MD/PhD with medical training specifically in oncology
● Board certification in oncology with state license in good standing
● Ability to interpret clinical, genomic, and efficacy data
● Motivated to work in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualification:
● Experience in research and/or clinical protocols
● The ability to effectively communicate with patients, caregivers, and fellow medical professionals