Oncology Physician

AMN Healthcare; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 340,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

UTHealth Houston, McGovern Medical School, and the Division of Oncology seek a Medical Oncologist with a sarcoma focus in Houston. This faculty role supports growing a sarcoma practice within a premier academic medical environment while maintaining a broad medical oncology scope.

The candidate will join Memorial Hermann Cancer Center, with a typical schedule of 2-3 outpatient clinic days and an academic/administrative day per week, plus shared inpatient/weekend coverage and strong educational

Qualifications

• Oncology Physician with a focus on Sarcoma.
• Faculty appointment at Assistant or Associate Professor level.
• Balance of inpatient and outpatient oncology duties and education activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and expand a growing sarcoma-focused practice while maintaining general medical oncology.
• Participate in teaching medical students, residents and fellows; engage in clinical research.

Skills

Sarcoma focus

Medical Oncology

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Oncology Physician

StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $340000.00 - $400000.00

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston), McGovern Medical School, and the Division of Oncology invite applications for a Medical Oncologist with a focus on Sarcoma. This faculty opportunity offers the ability to shape and grow a sarcoma practice within one of the nation's premier academic medical environments while maintaining a broad general medical oncology practice. The successful candidate will join a collaborative oncology team based at Memorial Hermann Cancer Center and located in the heart of the Texas Medical Center. This position combines patient care, medical education, clinical research, and academic advancement in a highly collegial setting that values innovation, mentorship, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Opportunity Highlights

• Faculty appointment at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Develop and expand a growing sarcoma-focused practice, representing approximately 30%-40% of clinical effort initially.
• Maintain a broad general medical oncology practice.
• Collaborate with Memorial Hermann Health System within the nation's largest medical complex.
• Balanced mix of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities.
• Participate in medical student, resident, and fellow education.
• Engage in clinical research and academic scholarship.
• Typical schedule includes 2-3 outpatient clinic days and one academic/administrative day per week.
• Shared inpatient and weekend coverage supported by oncology fellows and advanced practice providers.
• Join a multidisciplinary oncology team committed to innovation, clinical trials, and patient-centered care.

Community Information

Houston offers physicians the opportunity to practice in one of the most dynamic healthcare and innovation hubs in the world. The city is home to the Texas Medical Center, which describes itself as the world's largest medical complex and a global leader in collaborative medicine, research, and healthcare innovation. Houston combines academic opportunity, cultural diversity, professional growth, affordable living relative to many major metropolitan areas, and access to nationally recognized healthcare institutions.

• Houston ranked among the top U.S. cities for quality of life and benefits from strong healthcare access, affordability, and cultural diversity. Source: U.S. News & World Report (2025) via
• Houston ranks among the nation's best large cities and offers a lower cost of living than many peer metropolitan areas. Source: U.S. News & World Report (2025).
• Houston earns an "Excellent" livability score and is recognized for world-class dining, arts, sports, and cultural opportunities. Source: AreaVibes (2026),

Facility Location

From rodeos and performing arts to space exploration and medical research, Houston is a city with a uniquely vibrant style and flair. This truly Texas-size city is the ideal destination for traveling health care professionals looking to broaden their skills at highly respected facilities, while enjoying the city’s cosmopolitan flair, renowned arts scene and wide open spaces.

Job Benefits

About the Company

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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AMN Healthcare is a digitally enabled workforce solutions partner focused on solving the biggest challenges affecting healthcare organizations today. We offer a single-partner approach to optimize labor sources, increase operating margins, and provide technologies to expand the reach of care.