Oncology Hospitalist - FT - Boise, ID (Saint Alphonsus Cancer Institute)Opportunity: Oncology Hospitalist
Practice HighlightsBecome part of a physician led 500+ provider multispecialty group with a multi-disciplinary team approach to patient care. The Oncology Hospitalist is responsible for the management of oncology inpatient care at Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center (SARMC). This includes acute management of existing hematology/oncology inpatients as well as inpatient consultations from referring physicians for hematologic or oncologic related issues. It entails traditional Internal Medicine scope of practice with an added focus on hematology and oncology. The inpatient oncologists will manage necessary chemotherapy in collaboration with the patient's primary oncologist and manage inpatients undergoing radiation therapy.
The oncology hospitalist works closely with the ambulatory medical oncologists within the Saint Alphonsus Cancer Institute. Anchored with locations in Boise, Nampa, Caldwell, and Ontario, and telemedicine opportunities through the region, the Saint Alphonsus Cancer Institute is a full-spectrum practice, QOPI certified, and CoC accredited, offering rewarding opportunities including over 100 clinical trials. The integrated program also has leading surgical expertise with the State's only fellowship-trained surgical oncologist along with other highly specialized, fellowship-trained physicians to support a growing program.
Support: A dedicated 10-bed inpatient unit at Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Boise is supported by one other oncology hospitalist and two full-time APPs. Collaboration and support from a full-service cancer center with medical, radiation, and surgical oncology offers integrative care team support with advanced practice providers, nurse navigators, social work support, genetics counseling, and nutritionist. Weekly tumor boards provide opportunities to collaborate with fellowship-trained surgeons in breast, plastic/reconstruction, GYN oncology, colorectal, neurosurgery, thoracic, and esophageal specialties. Innovative programs include lung cancer screening, lung nodule clinic, neuro oncology, and robust clinical trials through the Montana Cancer Consortium.
RequirementsDoctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree;Successful completion of an accredited ACGME/AOA Internal Medicine residency program;Board certified or obtain such certification within 3 years of employment through the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or the American Board of Physician Specialties (ABPS);Successful completion of a Medical Oncology/Hematology fellowship preferred;Board certified in Medical Oncology/Hematology preferred;Fellowship trained in onco-hospitalist preferred;Obtain Idaho medical licensure and granting of privileges at SARMC - Boise and other health system affiliated hospitals as needed;Valid controlled substance registration with Board of Pharmacy and DEA.CommunityThe Boise Metropolitan Area, also known as the Treasure Valley, is anchored by the cities of Boise, Eagle, Nampa, and Meridian. With a population of more than 664,000, this southwestern Idaho region is a commercial center in the Northwest, an outdoor enthusiast's paradise, and a flourishing scene for arts and entertainment. Several high-profile publications rank the Boise Metro Area as one of the best places in the country to do business and live!
About UsSaint Alphonsus Health System is a growing four-hospital, 714-bed, 74 clinic integrated healthcare system serving southwestern Idaho, eastern Oregon, and northern Nevada. Saint Alphonsus Health System is a member of Trinity Health, one of the largest Catholic not-for-profit health systems in the nation. To learn more about Saint Alphonsus, please visit saintalphonsus.org.
Schedule:
7 days on, 7 days off schedule with full-time APP support.
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