Hematology/Oncology in Northern Michigan - Duke Cancer Care Affiliate

Your Healing Mission Matters

As an Oncologist at UP Health System in Marquette, MI, you will be inspired by the community you serve as a valued member of the Lifepoint Health team, a nationally recognized healthcare organization committed to caring with a local heart. You will have access to the staff, resources, and technologies needed to make a meaningful impact on patient care while contributing to a positive, collaborative work environment. At Lifepoint, you will find a workplace where what truly matters is achievable - from your career goals to your well-being.

Position Summary:

• Join a collegial and supportive group of 5 providers, including 1 physician and 3 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
• Enjoy a 95% outpatient and 5% inpatient mix, with an average patient load of 18-25 patients per day
• Call is currently 1:3 with very few calls, all of which can be handled via phone
• Our office is equipped with an EMR system and offers a comprehensive support team, including a genetic counselor, dedicated research associate, and weekly tumor board meetings
• Work alongside a strong primary care team, 10 RNs, 2 navigators, 1 RN case manager, 2 pharmacists, 1 pharmacy tech, 1 lab tech, 1 office manager, 1 clinical director, 1 social worker, 2 financial counselors, 6 clerical staff, and 1 program director
• Our program holds prestigious accreditations from the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (ACOS CoC), National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), and American College of Radiology Radiation Oncology Practice Accreditation (ACR ROPA)

Practice Highlights:

• Providers are assigned to three rooms, with patients roomed by an RN and comprehensive assessments performed. A triage nurse handles all incoming clinical calls
• The office is open from 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday to Friday. Providers typically see patients from 8 AM to noon and 1 PM to 5 PM, with new patient consults scheduled for 60 minutes and follow-ups for 15-30 minutes
• Outpatient, with APPs typically managing inpatient rounding. Oncology consultations provided as needed for hospital admissions
• Inpatient rounding by APPs for current practice patients, with admissions managed by the hospitalist group
• Call changes at 7 AM, with ED physicians handling phone consults and acute leukemics referred to higher levels of care

Our compensation package can include:

• Competitive base salary plus worked relative value unit (wRVU) production bonus.
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.
• Paid time off and retirement plan
• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Early-commitment residency stipend
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and days
• Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage.
• Marketing and practice growth assistance

About Our Hospital and Health System:

UP Health System is a 222-bed hospital located in Marquette, MI, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.

UP Health System - Marquette, we are more than just our facilities and services. We are a unified front dedicated to our region's overall well-being. Join us and thrive in an environment that celebrates both professional and personal fulfillment.

About Out Community:

Marquette, Michigan, located on the southern shores of Lake Superior, is a vibrant community of outdoor enthusiasts, artists, and entrepreneurs. Experience a community rich in natural beauty, local history, the arts, and economic vitality.

UP Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.