Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Hematology/Oncology Needed in NY

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant for a 20-day locum tenens assignment with our client in New York. This opportunity begins on Jan 2, 2026, and offers night shifts from 7:00 pm to 7:00 am, Monday through Friday. The ideal candidate will have recent experience administering chemotherapy and biotherapy, and is comfortable working in an outpatient hematology/oncology practice setting.

Job Details

• Location: New York
• Start Date: Jan 2, 2026
• LOA: 20 days
• Provider Type Needed: Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 pm – 7:00 am

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assess, diagnose, and monitor patients with cancer and other benign or malignant tumors
• Promote health and implement disease protection measures within the scope of hematology/oncology
• Manage patient care in collaboration with the supervising physician
• Administer and prescribe chemotherapy and biotherapy, demonstrating recent competency
• Perform arterial puncture and blood gas sampling
• Provide debridement and care for superficial wounds and minor surgical procedures
• Perform incision and drainage of superficial abscesses
• Insert and remove non-weighted nasogastric or oro-gastric tubes
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic and therapeutic modalities, including laboratory tests, imaging, and hemodynamic monitoring
• Perform urinary bladder catheterization and venous punctures for blood sampling, cultures, and IV catheterization
• Complete death certificate protocols
• Remove arterial and central venous catheters, as well as chest tubes
• Conduct fine needle aspiration and punch biopsy of skin

Additional Information

• Must hold a current New York state license
• Required certifications: ARC-PA, ACLS, BCLS
• Documented competency in administering at least 10 chemotherapy/biotherapy treatments in the past 12 months
• Board certifications accepted: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care, Adult Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner (for reference to collaborative care)
• Orientation on Jan 2, 2026; clinical work begins Jan 5, 2026

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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