Radiation Oncology job in Johnstown PA

Radiation Oncologist

Location: Johnstown, Pennsylvania

Join a growing program in the world-renowned UPMC Hillman Cancer Center!

Job Description:

• Join as the second full-time physician in a busy ACRO-accredited practice with a strong community history and a robust referral base.
• The practice has a typical daily treatment volume in the upper 20s with expected growth due to recent Medical Oncology recruitment.
• Work in a facility that houses both Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology.
• The department is equipped with a 23ix LINAC with onboard imaging and plans for a Linac upgrade in 2027 and a new PET/CT simulator in 2025.
• Supported by a team including 3 therapists, a chief therapist, 1 dosimetrist, 1.7FTE nursing, 1 CRNP, financial counselor, 2 secretaries, and remote Varian physics support.
• Participate in weekly prospective peer review and monthly educational rounds led by disease site experts.
• Provide the highest level of care, including offering patients opportunities to participate in a 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

Community Overview:

Johnstown, Pennsylvania, nestled in the scenic Allegheny Mountains, offers a unique blend of rich history and modern amenities. Known for its pivotal role in the steel industry and its resilience through historic floods, Johnstown embodies strength and community spirit. It boasts a vibrant cultural scene with museums, theaters, and festivals that celebrate its heritage. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the numerous parks, hiking trails, and the nearby Conemaugh River for kayaking and fishing. The city is also home to the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, providing educational opportunities and a youthful energy.

In addition to the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, the area is within 35 miles of other universities: St. Francis University, St. Vincent College, Section Hill University, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and 90 miles from Pennsylvania State University. The area offers numerous public and private grade schools and high schools. The excellent highway infrastructure and train system provide safe travel to Pittsburgh, Baltimore, and Washington DC, and other destinations. With affordable living, a welcoming community, and easy access to Pittsburgh, Johnstown is an ideal place to live, work, and grow your career. Neighboring communities within 35 miles offer closer destinations to Pittsburgh if desired.

About UPMC Hillman Cancer Center:

UPMC Hillman Cancer Center is the region's only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and one of the largest integrated cancer networks in the United States, with over 70 locations throughout Pennsylvania, Ohio, New York, and Maryland, and international partnerships in Ireland, Italy, and Croatia. The Department of Radiation Oncology aspires to advance excellence in care for everyone, everywhere, every time.

Professional Skills:

We are seeking radiation oncologists comfortable treating a wide variety of malignancies in a 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 an MD or DO degree, and be able to obtain a Pennsylvania medical license prior to starting.