Objectives of this role :
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to accurately assess patient needs and develop appropriate treatment plans
- Participate as a key member of the patient-care team in implementing treatment plans and monitoring patient progress
- Utilize and promote approved standards of care, procedures, methods, techniques, safety precautions, and study protocols
- Participate in the development, review, and evaluation of standard operating procedures and study-specific procedures
- Mentor junior doctors and medical students, perform auditing and research, and attend conferences and committee Order tests - including biopsy, blood, and imaging - to confirm a diagnosis
- Provide patients with detailed information regarding cancer, their prognosis, and possible interventions or treatment options
- Develop appropriate treatment plans, with measurable goals, that provide the highest level of care while conforming to patient preference
- Maintain quality of life for patients by managing cancer-related pain and the symptoms and side effects of treatment
- Reassess as disease treatment progresses, and pursue alternative therapies or palliative care when necessary
- Participate in training sessions and correspondence for study protocols and clinical trials, and ensure that patient confidentiality is always maintained.
Required skills and qualifications :
Doctor of medicine (MD) or MD / PhD, or equivalent, with training in oncology or hematology / oncologyBoard certification relevant to country of hire in hematology / oncology, with licensure in good standingAbility to communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, and other medical professionalsMotivation to work in a fast-paced environment.Preferred skills and qualifications :
Experience in research and / or clinical protocolsAbility to interpret clinical, genomic, and efficacy data(ref : iimjobs.com)