Medical Oncologist, Calumet City and Tinley Park - The University of Chicago Medicine

Medical Oncologist Physician, Job, UCM Care Network

Locations: Calumet City and Tinley Park

Join a patient centered collegial, supportive, and friendly team whose mission is to provide superior health care in a compassionate manner, ever mindful of each patient’s dignity and individuality. UChicago Medicine Medical Group takes pride supporting motivated physicians in delivering outstanding care in the community. 

UChicago Medicine Medical Group seeks an exceptional Medical Oncologist to join a growing practice of experienced medical oncologists.

Medical OncologistPhysician Roles and Responsibilities

• Provides and manages direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment for a specified patient population
• Prescribes pharmaceuticals, other medications, and treatment regimens as appropriate to assessed medical conditions
• Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate
• Directs and coordinates the patient care activities of nursing and support staff as required
• As appropriate to the position, participates in specified health promotion, education and/or prevention programs
• Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress
• Knowledge of legal and ethical standards for the delivery of medical care
• Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage
• Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Medical License in Illinois
• Board certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty
• 3-5 years of experience is preferred
• Completed a US Residency Program

Medical Oncologist Opportunity Highlights:

• State-of-the art facilities that offer comprehensive services including on-site chemotherapy infusion suites, clinical trials, specialty lab, pharmacy, social worker, dietitian and financial counseling at multiple sites.
• The position consists of Monday-Friday outpatient clinic at Calumet City and Tinley Park and inpatient rounding at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital.
• Clinics are staffed with Medical Assistants and Nurse Navigators.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Exceptional benefits – Medical, dental, retirement, time off, and CME allowance

About UChicago Medicine Medical Group

• UChicago Medicine Medical Group is aligned with The University of Chicago Medicine. With a history dating to 1927, the University of Chicago Medicine is a not-for-profit academic health system with hospitals, outpatient clinics and physician practices throughout Chicago and the suburbs.
• UChicago Medicine Medical Group is growing rapidly, to bring the forefront of medicine to communities throughout Chicagoland.We support physicians in providing outstanding care in the community.
• UChicago Medicine Medical Group's outpatient facilities are conveniently located throughout the region, from River East and the South Loop in the heart of Chicago to Orland Park, Tinley Park, Flossmoor, Calumet City and South Holland in the south suburbs.

Interested candidates please contact:

Tony Nazario
Email: Tony.Nazario@uchicagomedicine.org 

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities.

UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits.  The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.