Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Hematology/Oncology Needed in NY
- ID: 212239B
- Updated November 22nd, 2025
- Job ID 212239B
- Job Title Physician Assistant - Hematology/Oncology
- Provider Type Physician Assistant
- Specialty Hematology/Oncology
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State NY
- Practice Setting Hospital
- Duration 13 Days
Job Description
We are seeking a Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant for a 13-day locum tenens assignment in New York. This opportunity starts Jan 2, 2026, with day shifts from 7:00 to 19:30, covering inpatient BMT NP service and chemotherapy/biotherapy administration.Job Details
- Location: New York
- Start Date: Jan 2, 2026
- LOA: 13 days
- Provider Type Needed: Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant
- Schedule: 7:00-19:30, 7 days a week (13 shifts a month)
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide inpatient BMT NP service, including administration of hematopoietic cells
- Assess, diagnose, monitor, and manage care for patients with cancer and other benign or malignant tumors and diseases
- Perform history and physical exams
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests and therapeutic modalities relevant to hematology/oncology
- Implement therapeutic interventions for specific conditions
- Conduct arterial puncture and blood gas sampling
- Debride and provide 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
- Complete death certificate protocols
- Remove arterial and central venous catheters, as well as chest tubes
- Perform urinary bladder catheterization and venous punctures
- Conduct fine needle aspiration and punch biopsy of skin
Additional Information
- Valid New York licensure required
- Must demonstrate recent experience with at least 10 administrations of chemotherapy/biotherapy in the past 12 months
- Successful completion of relevant training in hematopoietic cell administration within the past 12 months, or current competence with at least 3 administrations in the last 12 months
- Required certifications: Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
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