Pediatric/CNS Radiation Oncologist

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 260,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

Access to advanced technologies (Gamma

Tile therapy, Gamma Knife, Ethos)

Job summary

Penn State Health’s Department of Radiation Oncology seeks a full-time academic Radiation Oncologist with a focus on CNS/pediatric radiotherapy. The successful candidate will hold an appointment at Penn State College of Medicine and practice across the Penn State Health network, primarily at the Penn State Cancer Institute in Hershey, PA.

Physicians and physician-scientists are encouraged to apply, with collaboration across neurosurgery and pediatric oncology, and opportunities for research,

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent degree and board-certified or board-eligible in Radiation Oncology.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills and a team-based approach.
• Ability to obtain PA medical licensure and work in Penn State Health system.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive radiation oncology care with focus on CNS/pediatric radiotherapy.
• Engage in multidisciplinary cancer care and tumor boards; participate in research and scholarly activities.
• Teach residents and medical students and contribute to resident/medical student education.

Skills

Team-based care

Interpersonal skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

BC/BE in Radiation Oncology

Tools

Gamma Knife

Ethos adaptive radiotherapy

Job description

Pediatric/CNS Radiation Oncologist

The Penn State Health Department of Radiation Oncology invites applications for a full‑time academic radiation oncologist interested in CNS/pediatric radiotherapy. The successful candidate will hold a faculty appointment at Penn State College of Medicine, and practice within the Penn State Health radiation oncology network with a primary focus at the Penn State Cancer Institute (Hershey, PA). Both physicians and physician‑scientists are encouraged to apply.

Physicians in our department work closely with the pediatric oncology team of the Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital. In addition, the Children’s Hospital receives avid support from the Penn State Dance Marathon or THON, the world’s largest run‑student philanthropy, which raised over $18.8 million in 2026. The CNS team is also bolstered by a close collaboration with the nationally recognized Department of Neurosurgery, the only Gamma Knife in the metropolitan area, GammaTile therapy, and a robust clinical trial portfolio.

Our department offers the opportunity to deliver high‑quality, patient‑centered cancer care across three thriving practice sites. Our faculty engage in academic activities including teaching, and quality initiatives across both an academic cancer center and regional community‑based hospitals including the newly constructed Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center (Enola, PA), and the Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center (Reading, PA).

Responsibilities would include providing comprehensive radiation oncology care and engaging in multidisciplinary cancer care and tumor boards, and participation in research and scholarly activities supported by Penn State Cancer Institute, including both cooperative group and investigator‑initiated clinical trials.

ABOUT PENN STATE CANCER INSTITUTE

Penn State Cancer Institute is committed to fighting cancer on every front: through education and prevention, early detection and diagnosis, effective treatment and survivorship programs. The Institute’s radiation oncology program is accredited by the American College of Radiology, and the outpatient program is also now certified by Quality Oncology Practice Initiative through the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Oncology practice sites include the Penn State Cancer Institute at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Children’s Hospital, Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center, Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center in Reading, Pennsylvania, and Hampden Medical Center, in Enola, Pa.

WHAT WE OFFER

• A dynamic and integrated role within both a nationally known academic Cancer Center (Hershey) and regional community‑based hospitals (Hampden, Reading)
• Academic appointment at Penn State College of Medicine within a growing department, with myriad opportunities for professional advancement and participation in resident and medical student education
• Competitive salary and a generous benefits package
• Access to advanced technologies including 3 CT simulators, 7 external beam treatment machines (including Gamma Knife and Ethos adaptive radiotherapy) providing IMRT, SBRT, brachytherapy, pediatric radiotherapy, LDRT for osteoarthritis, and GammaTiles
• Mentorship and departmental support for developing academic and research interests. Start up funding is available for physician‑scientists.
• Excellent location in central Pennsylvania, with high‑ranking schools, easy‑living, and proximity to Harrisburg, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington D.C.

QUALIFICATIONS

• MD, DO, or foreign equivalent medical degree
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a team‑based approach to care
• Completion of accredited training program
• Ability to acquire a license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania
• BC/BE in radiation oncology

To apply, please send a CV and letter of interest to:

Nicole Brandt, Physician Recruiter

Penn State Health

[e-mail]

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Benefits

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four‑time Magnet‑designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU.

State‑of‑the‑art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award‑winning? That’s all you.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.