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LocationBattle Creek- 300 North Ave - Bronson Battle Creek Hospital
TitleRadiation Oncologist
Bronson Healthcare is seeking a BC/BE Radiation Oncologist to join its high-performing cancer team at the Bronson Battle Creek Cancer Care Center, a Commission on Cancer accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer Program and ASTRO Apex Accredited.
Position is available for an FTE ranging in 0.6-1.0
Bronson Battle Creek Cancer Center is accredited by the Commission on Cancer and the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC) through the American College of Surgeons. The Cancer Care Center ranks among the top cancer care facilities in the United States (Commission on Cancer Comprehensive Community Cancer Program) and is one of only 25 hospitals to win the Commission on Cancer Outstanding Achievement Award three times in a row.
Position Highlights:- Candidate will join 1 other Radiation Oncologist , 4 Medical Oncologists/Hematologists, 1 advanced practice provider, and multiple other clinical staff providing nurse navigation, survivorship, social work, nutritional support, and palliative care
- Excellent Referral base and support from the medical oncology team onsite
- This is a hospital-employed, mainly outpatient position
- Working M-F, 8 am to 5 pm, with call shared equally with the other physicians in the team
- Candidate should be proficient in IGRT, IMRT, SRS, SBRT, HDR brachytherapy and radioisotope therapy. Practice has two Varian Linear accelerators and boasts a GE simulator. Aria and EPIC are utilized as the official Bronson EMR.
- Member of the Michigan Cancer Consortium - a combined effort of health care organizations in Michigan providing patients access to national cancer studies while remaining in their own communities
- Bronson Battle Creek Hospital was the first hospital in southwest Michigan to use Positron Emission Tomography (PET) for tumor detection and staging information
- To support our accredited program and provide outstanding patient experience. Multiple tumor boards are held on a regular basis. Examples include breast, thoracic, cardio-oncology, gyn and Gu along with skin/melanoma.
- Full range of care from prevention to detection and treatment
- Multiple Venues are available to support clinical research in the community setting
Qualifications:• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Radiation Oncology
• Current unrestricted or pending Licensure in the state of Michigan
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to providing compassionate and quality patient-centered care
Bronson Battle Creek Hospital offers:- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- Competitive compensation with Annual Quality Incentives
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Relocation Assistance, CME Stipend and Sign On Bonus
About the area:Located halfway between Chicago and Detroit, the area offers diverse cultural opportunities, affordable real estate, a major focus on education, and a variety of year-round family attractions, events, and festivals. Abundant natural resources, including easy access to Lake Michigan, make it the perfect choice for biking, boating and skiing. Our local area is home to several international companies including Stryker, Pfizer, Zoetis, and Kellogg.
Battle Creek offers the cultural and recreational amenities offered in urban settings with a modest cost of living and vitality that permeates education, arts, culture, and recreation. There is an impressive array of entertainment options that please music lovers, sports fans, and families. Numerous parks are connected via a linear trail to the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo rivers and provide opportunities for hiking, fishing, and canoeing, picnicking and other recreation. The Battle Creek community also offers a nationally recognized country club, lake or town living, and a growing evolving community.
Medical degree and 2 years of direct or intern experience required
Current Medical License in the state of Michigan
Current DEA and DPS Certificate of Registration
Must maintain all requirements for medical staff privileges
• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette
• Performs in a tactful and professional manner
Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to a personal computer or CRT between 40 and 70 percent of the time.
Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (i.e., 20 pounds or less) and assisting with heavier tasks such as assisting in lifting and moving patients. Minor straining or fatiguing positions must be assumed, and some fatiguing physical motions are required.
• Provides medical patient care by interviewing, examining and treating of clinical patients in order to meet their medical needs
• Educates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families
• Determines which referrals are required based on examination and patient needs
• Determines level of urgency of follow-up, referral/consultation appointments
• Exercises final medical judgment in all issues of health care
• Prescribes medical treatment and clinical drugs to patients
• Orders studies, test and ancillary services
• Documents all services in patient medical record
• Reviews on a regular basis long term cases that require ongoing medical attention
• Consults with Medical Director and other professionals on staff as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issues
• Participates in process improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the hospital or clinic requirements
• Oversees mid-level medical staff as assigned as well as nursing clinical staff
• Assists in the resolution of complaints, requests and inquiries from patients
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal guidelines and regulations
• Demonstrates commitment to providing outstanding customer service to all customers in a manner reflective of our mission, values and customer service standards.
ShiftTime TypeFull time
Scheduled Weekly Hours40
Cost Center8827 Hematology & Medical Oncology Phys (BBC)
