"Physician Specialist, Per Diem"

Position Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a per diem Physician Specialist for the department of Radiation Oncology at the New Jersey Medical School.

The primary purpose of the Physician Specialist position is to coordinate all aspects of radiation therapy for patients. Responsible for all aspects of clinical patient care including, but not limited to, consultation, simulation, planning, treatment and follow-up.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Evaluates and manages patients with complex cancers; provide radiation therapy to patients referred to the practice. Utilize technologies including external Beam RT, electron beam, IMRT, IGRT, 3D-CRT, stereotactic radiosurgery, brachytherapy and proton therapy.
• Responsible for all aspects of patient care including consultation, simulation, planning, treatment and follow-up; consults with other attending physicians regarding patient care. May supervise medical personnel; collaborates with nursing staff, social workers, case managers and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in resident education.
• Complete appropriate documentation for services rendered in a timely fashion, in accordance with the requirements of Medicare, Medicaid and third-party payers
• Participates on committees related to optimal patient care such as chart rounds.

Minimum Education and Experience

• MD, board certification/board eligible in therapeutic radiation therapy is required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Physical Demands: Standing, sitting, walking, talking and hearing. No special vision requirements. Lifting up to 25lbs
• Work Environment: Office environment. Moderate noise.

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with qualification and experience