Basic Life Support (BLS), Cancer, Clinical Support, Customer Support/Service, English Language, Healthcare, Hospital, Infection Control, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Medical Research, Medicine, Mentoring, Motor Control Systems, Multilingual, Oncology, Outpatient Care, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Policy Development, Procedure Development, Safety/Work Safety, Spanish Language, Strategic Planning, Training/Teaching, Treatment Plan, United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Provides quality, comprehensive out-patient oncology health care services to cancer patients of the Health Outcomes Center (HOC). Reports directly to the VP & Chief Scientific Officer regarding clinical issues and activities related to the delivery and research of oncology medical care.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct thorough patient evaluations, including medical history review, physical examinations, and diagnostic tests for oncology patients.
- Develop personalized treatment plans based on patient needs, medical history, and available treatment options.
- Monitor patients progress throughout treatment and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in oncology research and treatment options.
- Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards to discuss complex cases and develop optimal treatment strategies.
- Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Provides excellent internal/external customer service at all times to assist patients with their health care needs.
- Trains, mentors and supervises students and clinical support staff, as appropriate.
- Participates in oncology related research for liver cancer studies.
- Follows established departmental and clinic policies, procedures, and objectives; continuous quality improvements objectives and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- M.D. or D.O. degree from an accredited Medical School
- Must possess a current unrestricted license to practice Medicine in the State of Texas
- Must be Board certified / eligible in oncology
- Minimum of two (2) years experience in medical oncology preferred
- Experience in hepatobiliary cancer highly preferred
- Annual continuing medical education as required by Board specialty
- Must be registered and have current DEA, and other such certificates to legally operate a practitioner in the State of Texas
- Hospital privileges at designated area hospitals if required for specialty
- Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS), Instructor-Led by American Heart Association
Scheduled hours and/or work locations are subject to change.
REQUIRED PHYSICAL AND MENTAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Finger Dexterity: Using fingers to make small movements such as typing or picking up small objects. Normal fine and gross motor control of fingers and hands.
- Talking: Frequently conveying detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, clearly, or quickly.
- Hearing: Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information; hear whispered voice at five (5) feet.
- Repetitive Motions: Frequently and regularly using the wrists, hands, and fingers.
- Visual: Visual acuity necessary for the proper evaluation of a patient and to prepare or inspect documents or other materials. Ability to accurately view computer monitors.
- Physical: Sitting 20-30% of time and standing, walking 70-80% of time. Lift up to 25 lbs; push and pull up to 45 lbs. Able to bend at the waist, twist and turn along axial plane.
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Communicare Health Centers of San Antonio