<p>A hospital-based Hematology/Oncology practice in Kinston, North Carolina is seeking a locum tenens physician for a one-week assignment beginning in May 2026. This short-term engagement offers a structured clinical environment with an established Hem/Onc team, Epic EMR, and flexible shift options — a strong fit for physicians looking to supplement income, bridge between positions, or reclaim calendar control without a long-term commitment.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive locum tenens pay rate for a one-week assignment</li> <li>Independent contractor (1099) engagement with minimal long-term obligation</li> <li>Flexible shift scheduling designed around the physician's availability</li> <li>Opportunity to earn additional income outside of a permanent position</li> <li>Travel and lodging arrangements typical of locum tenens coverage</li> <li>Professional liability coverage standard for locum assignments</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Hospital-based Hematology/Oncology practice with established clinical infrastructure and support staff</li> <li>One-week assignment beginning May 2026 with flexible shift options available</li> <li>Collaborative integration with an experienced, in-place Hematology/Oncology team</li> <li>Epic EMR in use — streamlined documentation and efficient clinical workflows</li> <li>Practice setting supports the full spectrum of inpatient and/or outpatient Hem/Onc care consistent with a hospital-based program</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Board certification or board eligibility in Hematology/Oncology</li> <li>Completion of an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency followed by a Hematology/Oncology fellowship</li> <li>Active North Carolina medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to assignment start</li> <li>Comfort with hospital-based Hem/Onc practice, including management of complex hematologic and solid-tumor malignancies</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Kinston is a small city in Lenoir County in eastern North Carolina, situated roughly 90 miles southeast of Raleigh and within comfortable driving distance of the Crystal Coast beaches, including Atlantic Beach and Emerald Isle. The area offers a low cost of living, a tight-knit community feel, and easy access to both the outdoor recreation of the Carolina coast and the cultural amenities of the Research Triangle — making it a practical and pleasant base for a short-term locum assignment.</p>