Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Hematology/Oncology Needed in NY
- ID: 212258A
- Updated November 24th, 2025
- Job ID 212258A
- 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 orientation followed by clinical work beginning Jan 5, 2026. The schedule consists of 13 shifts per month, Monday through Friday, with shifts from 07:00 to 19:30. The focus is on inpatient neuro oncology care, including chemotherapy and biotherapy management.Job Details
- Location: New York
- Start Date: Jan 2, 2026
- LOA: 13 days
- Provider Type Needed: Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 13 shifts per month, 07:00–19:30
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide inpatient neuro oncology care, including assessment, diagnosis, monitoring, and management of acute and chronic illness
- Administer chemotherapy and biotherapy, including prescribing and managing related therapies
- Perform lumbar punctures with or without chemotherapy, demonstrating recent clinical competence
- Complete histories and physical examinations, including neurological assessments
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests and therapeutic modalities within scope
- Implement therapeutic interventions for neuro oncology and hematology/oncology conditions
- Perform arterial puncture and blood gas sampling
- Provide wound care, including debridement and minor surgical procedures
- Insert and remove non-weighted nasogastric or oro-gastric tubes
- Remove central venous catheters
- Assess eligibility for thrombolytic therapy and perform intravenous thrombolytic therapy for stroke in collaboration with the stroke team
- Perform EEG interpretation as appropriate
Additional Information
- Must hold active New York licensure as a Physician Assistant
- Required certifications: Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
- Recent experience in administering chemotherapy/biotherapy and performing lumbar punctures with or without chemotherapy is required
- Board certifications relevant to adult gerontology and primary care are 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