Hematology Oncology Job In Marquette, Michigan
$100K signing bonus. Join us in Northern Michigan. Duke Cancer Network affiliate.
Are you a dedicated and compassionate Oncology Physician looking to make a meaningful impact? UP Health System - Marquette, in affiliation with the prestigious Duke Cancer Network, is seeking a highly skilled Oncology Physician to join our esteemed team. Our commitment to providing exceptional quality care and innovative treatments makes us a leader in cancer care.
Position Summary:
- Dynamic Team: Join a collegial and supportive group of 5 providers, including 1 physician and 3 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).
- Balanced Practice: Enjoy a 95% outpatient and 5% inpatient mix, with an average patient load of 18-25 patients per day.
- Convenient Call Schedule: Call is currently 1:3 with very few calls, all of which can be handled via phone.
- State-of-the-Art Facility: Our office is equipped with an EMR system and offers a comprehensive support team, including a genetic counselor, dedicated research associate, and weekly tumor board meetings.
- Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a strong primary care team, 10 RNs, 2 navigators, 1 RN case manager, 2 pharmacists, 1 pharmacy tech, 1 lab tech, 1 office manager, 1 clinical director, 1 social worker, 2 financial counselors, 6 clerical staff, and 1 program director.
- Accreditations: Our program holds prestigious accreditations from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (ACOS CoC), National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), and American College of Radiology Radiation Oncology Practice Accreditation (ACR ROPA).
Practice Highlights:
- Comprehensive Care: Providers are assigned to three rooms, with patients roomed by an RN and comprehensive assessments performed. A triage nurse handles all incoming clinical calls.
- Efficient Scheduling: The office is open from 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday. Providers typically see patients from 8 AM to noon and 1 PM to 5 PM, with new patient consults scheduled for 60 minutes and follow-ups for 15-30 minutes.
- Outpatient Focus: The practice is predominantly outpatient, with APPs typically handling inpatient rounding. Oncology consults are provided as needed for hospital admissions.
Rounding & On-Call Duties:
- Inpatient Rounding: Conducted by APPs for current practice patients, with admissions managed by the hospitalist group.
- Call Transition: Call changes at 7 AM, with ED physicians handling phone consults and acute leukemics referred to higher levels of care.
Location: Nestled on the southern shores of Lake Superior, Marquette, Michigan, is a vibrant community perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, artists, and entrepreneurs. Experience a rich environment of natural beauty, local history, the arts, and economic vitality.
Why Join Us? At UP Health System - Marquette, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to advancing oncology care through quality, innovation, and compassionate service. With our Duke Cancer Network affiliation, you'll have access to cutting-edge treatments and research, ensuring the best possible outcomes for your patients.
Apply now to become a valued member of our expert oncology team and make a significant impact in the fight against cancer at UP Health System - Marquette!
The Community
The City of Marquette is located in the central region of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. With a population of 21,335, it is the UP’s largest community. In addition to being a population center, it serves as the regional center for education, healthcare, recreation and retail offering amazing arts and culture opportunities, stellar schools. Marquette also is the home of Northern Michigan University, housing the nation’s only Olympic Education Center.
Residents of the City of Marquette have long appreciated their community’s abundant natural beauty, unique climate and the high quality of life that is enjoyed here. A strong commitment by both city leaders and active community members has helped Marquette to become one of the nation’s premier cities. Forbes named Marquette the “Third Best City in America to Raise a Family” in 2010, and, most recently, Marquette was named one of the top micropolitans by Site Selection Magazine in March 2011.
Recreation
Water sports and skiing can be enjoyed only 15 minutes from the hospital, and family activities are available throughout the year. Marquette County has 85 miles of groomed cross-country ski trails and several Nordic skiing events. In addition, Bike magazine declared Marquette the number two city in America for “Biking and Living” in its June 2001 issue.
UP Health System – Marquette, a 222 all private bed Duke LifePoint hospital. Major services include our Cancer Center, Heart & Vascular Institute, Brain and Spine Center, Digestive & Liver Specialists, Urology and Behavioral Health, As the regional referral hospital we provide care in sixty-five specialties and subspecialties.