Physician, Psych-Oncology
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St. Luke's Cancer Institute is seeking a Psychiatrist specializing in Psycho-Oncology to deliver psychiatric care to adult cancer patients throughout their disease journey. This role emphasizes team-based care, collaborating with oncology colleagues, and integrating mental health and palliative approaches within a community cancer center.
Responsibilities
- Provide psychiatric evaluation and treatment for cancer patients with various mental health conditions.
- Offer consultation-liaison psychiatry services for oncology inpatients and outpatients.
- Support patients and families through care transitions, survivorship, and advanced illness.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver whole-person care.
- Contribute to care pathways and quality improvement projects.
- Provide education and support to oncology staff on psychosocial distress management.
Requirements
- MD or DO degree
- Board certification or eligibility in General Psychiatry
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team
- Comfort with managing high-volume clinical care in an outpatient setting
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree
Nice to Have
- Fellowship training or substantial clinical experience in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry
- Demonstrated interest or experience in palliative care integration within oncology
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About St. Luke's Health System
Award-winning, not-for-profit health system recognized for community care, clinical excellence, and long-term stability with eight hospitals across southwest Idaho.