Hematology/Oncology Physician

Appalachian Regional Healthcare; Middlesborough (KY); On-site; USD 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous starting bonuses

Relocation assistance

CME reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare is looking for a Hematology/Oncology Physician to join their growing cancer program. This opportunity comes with major investments to enhance specialty care in the Appalachian region. You will be part of a caring team and responsible for providing high-quality oncology care with limited inpatient tasks.

The ideal candidate is board-certified in Hematology and Oncology, skilled in chemotherapy administration, and passionate about serving rural communities.

At ARH, you'll enjoy generous benefits, competitive salary structures, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Hematology and Oncology.
• Experienced in chemotherapy administration.
• Strong communication and patient-focused skills.

Responsibilities

• Join a growing oncology program with major capital investment.
• Provide compassionate and high-quality oncology care.
• Participate in multidisciplinary tumor board meetings.

Skills

Chemotherapy administration

Collaborative oncology care

Strong communication skills

Patient-focused care

Education

Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Hematology and Oncology

Job description

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is seeking a Hematology/Oncology Physician to join a growing cancer program supported by major investment and a strong commitment to expanding specialty care throughout Appalachia. Practice alongside a collaborative care team focused on compassionate, high-quality oncology care.

Position Highlights

• Growing oncology program with major capital investment underway
• Clinic volume of 12-15 patients per day
• Infusion coverage focused on clinic patients
• Limited inpatient consult volume with hospitalist management support
• Approximately 10 days of call per month
• Dedicated nurse practitioner and onsite patient navigators
• Strong hospitalist partnership for coordinated inpatient care

Facility Investment & Program Growth

• $54 million cancer and specialty clinic development
• Expanded services including radiation oncology, medical oncology, and infusion
• Modernized care environment designed for long-term growth and collaboration

Cancer Program & Resources

• Affiliate of the UK Markey Cancer Center
• Commission on Cancer (CoC) Accredited Program
• Weekly multidisciplinary tumor board participation
• Established Lung Cancer Screening Program with Lung Nodule Review Committee

Candidate Profile

• Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Hematology and Oncology
• Experienced in chemotherapy administration and collaborative oncology care
• Patient-focused physician with strong communication skills
• Passionate about serving rural and regional communities

Benefits

• Generous starting bonuses and relocation assistance
• Competitive salary with RVU production model
• Loan forgiveness programs
• Stipend considerations
• Great comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and vision

• 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off (PTO): 29 days annually
• CME reimbursement with 5 additional PTO days
• Malpractice coverage
• J-1 to H-1 immigration legal support

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Diversity and inclusion are at home in Appalachian. The roots of diversity run deep in the mining and lumber communities of this region. Industrious individuals from all over the world flocked to the region to find prosperity within these once booming business sectors. The rich global heritage and traditions of our earliest settlers still exist within these communities. It is incumbent on ARH as a business and community leader to carry that legacy of diversity into the future and beyond.