Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Radiation Oncology Needed in NY
- ID: 212235A
- Updated November 22nd, 2025
- Job ID 212235A
- Job Title Physician Assistant - Radiation Oncology
- Provider Type Physician Assistant
- Specialty Hematology/Oncology
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State NY
- Practice Setting Hospital
- Duration 20 Days
Job Description
We are seeking a Radiation Oncology Physician Assistant for a 20-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This opportunity starts on Jan 2, 2026, with orientation followed by clinical work beginning Jan 5, 2026. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, in an ambulatory hemophilia setting.Job Details
- Location: New York
- Start Date: Jan 2, 2026
- LOA: 20 days
- Provider Type Needed: Radiation Oncology Physician Assistant
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-5:00 pm
Responsibilities and Duties
- Assess, diagnose, monitor, and manage care for patients with all types of cancer, including benign and malignant tumors and diseases, under the supervision of a physician
- Promote health and protection from disease within the scope of practice
- Perform arterial puncture and blood gas sampling
- Provide debridement and general care for superficial wounds and minor superficial surgical procedures
- Implement therapeutic interventions for specific conditions as appropriate
- Insert and remove non-weighted nasogastric or oro-gastric tubes
- Order and interpret diagnostic testing and therapeutic modalities, including laboratory tests, medications, hemodynamic monitoring, treatments, IV fluids and electrolytes, EMG, electrocardiogram, radiologic examinations (arthrogram, ultrasound, CT, MRI, bone scan studies)
- Perform incision and drainage of superficial abscesses
- Perform urinary bladder catheterization, including Robinson, coudé, and Foley
- Perform venous punctures for blood sampling, cultures, and IV catheterization
- Complete death certificate protocols
- Remove arterial catheters, central venous catheters, and chest tubes
- Perform fine needle aspiration and punch biopsy of skin
Additional Information
- New York PA license required
- Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) required
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certifications required
- Experience in ambulatory hemophilia and hematology/oncology preferred
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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Job Benefits
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided