What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiation Oncologist- UPMC Altoona, PA position at UPMC West Central PA?
Join a growing program in the world renowned UPMC Hillman Cancer Center!
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center – Altoona :
The UPMC Hillman Cancer Center endeavors to provide world class, technologically advanced and compassionate care close to where patients live; to this end, we are looking for a radiation oncologist to join a thriving community practice in Altoona, PA – a family friendly community set in a region of great natural beauty.
The candidate will join as the second physician in a busy ACRO–accredited practice, which enjoys a strong history in the community and a robust referral base; the practice has a typical daily treatment volume in the low 40’s with further growth expected. The department is well equipped, currently with an Eletka Infinity and Synergy, with the latter to be upgraded to a TrueBeam in 2025, and offers HDR, SBRT and SRS capability, along with 4DCT and DIBH. Support staff includes 6 therapists and a manager, 3 dosimetrists, 3 nurses, 2 PAs, 1 financial counselor, 3 front office, 2 physicists, 3 nurses, a nurse manager and a nurse navigator.
Physicians in the practice are well supported as part of an integrated, physician–led network of clinicians. Physicians participate in weekly prospective peer review as well as have opportunities to join monthly educational rounds led by disease site experts. Our ideal candidates will provide the highest level of care to our patients, which includes offering patients the opportunity to participate in our robust and growing clinical trial portfolio.
What We Offer :
- Sign–on Bonus and relocation expenses
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience plus a generous incentive program
- Outstanding benefit package including health, dental, vision and pension
- CME allowance
- 5–weeks PTO plus holidays
Professional Skills :
We are seeking radiation oncologists who are comfortable treating a wide variety of malignancies in the community setting, supported by a large network of clinicians.
We seek physicians motivated to provide leadership across a broad range of initiatives, including technology, quality and safety, resident education, and clinical trials. UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is strongly committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be ABR board certified / board eligible, have MD or DO degree, and are able to obtain Pennsylvania medical license prior to starting.
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