Physiatry/Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician

JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Physiatrist Radiation Therapy
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Cooperstown, NY
• Service Setting: Inpatient Radiation Oncology
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: Dec 1, 2025 Ongoing
• Clinical Shift Schedule: Typically 8a 5p; flexibility required for early/late shifts due to machine downtime
• On-Call Shift Schedule: 1 2 times per week

COVERAGE DATES
• Dec 1, 2025 Ongoing (dependent on recruitment)

PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adult cancer patients
• Patient Volume/Census: patients daily
• Case Mix: Oncology Radiation Therapy

FACILITY INFORMATION
• Trauma Level: Level 3
• EMR System: Epic
• Specialty Backup Available: Physician coverage available
• Reason for Coverage: Dependent on recruitment

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Credentialing Timeline: Approximately 120 days

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• SBRT
• SRS
• HDR
• Lutathera
• Xofigo
• Y-90

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active New York State license required
• Board: ABR preferred; preferred board certified
• Certifications: Completion of residency in medical physics
• Experience: Radiation oncology experience preferred
• Other Qualifications: Flexibility for varied shift hours due to machine downtimes

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide radiation physics support for adult oncology patients
• Conduct and oversee required procedures including SBRT, SRS, HDR, and radiopharmaceuticals
• Collaborate with the radiation oncology team and provide physician support
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
• Utilize EMR system (Epic) for documentation and coordination