Radiation Oncologist

Great Lakes Oncology; Town of Cheektowaga (NY); On-site; USD 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Cancer Care of Western New York is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Radiation Oncologist to join our Western New York team. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive radiation therapy services and participate in multidisciplinary cancer conferences.

We value patient-centered care, ongoing professional development, and collaboration with medical, surgical, and physics colleagues to advance our oncology program.

Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited institution.
• ACGME-accredited residency program in Radiation Oncology.
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Radiation Oncology by the American Board of Radiology.
• Valid medical license in the State of New York or eligibility to obtain. DEA registration.
• Strong commitment to patient-centered care and excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in modern radiation therapy techniques and technologies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-focused approach to care.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert diagnosis, staging, and treatment planning for cancer patients requiring radiation therapy.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans utilizing advanced radiation techniques (e.g., IMRT, SBRT, Brachytherapy).
• Oversee patient care throughout the course of treatment, including daily rounds, symptom management, and follow-up.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including medical oncologists, surgeons, physicists, dosimetrists, radiation therapists, and support staff.
• Participate in tumor boards and other clinical conferences to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
• Engage in continuous professional development and stay abreast of advancements in radiation oncology.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and uphold patient safety standards.
• Potentially engage in clinical research or teaching opportunities, if desired.

Job description

Description Job Title: Radiation Oncologist

Location: Western New York Company Overview: Cancer Care of Western New York is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care to the communities of Western New York.

Our state-of-the-art facility in Niagara and Erie Counties offers a supportive and collaborative environments, committed to advancing cancer treatment through cutting-edge technology and a patient-centered approach.

We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of innovation, respect, and continuous learning.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Radiation Oncologist to join our dynamic team in Western New York.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in providing comprehensive radiation therapy services, participating in multidisciplinary cancer conferences, and contributing to the overall excellence of our oncology program.

• Responsibilities: Provide expert diagnosis, staging, and treatment planning for cancer patients requiring radiation therapy.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans utilizing advanced radiation techniques (e.g., IMRT, SBRT, Brachytherapy, etc., customize based on available tech).
• Oversee patient care throughout the course of treatment, including daily rounds, symptom management, and follow-up.
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team including medical oncologists, surgeons, physicists, dosimetrists, radiation therapists, and support staff.
• Participate in tumor boards and other clinical conferences to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
• Engage in continuous professional development and stay abreast of the latest advancements in radiation oncology.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and uphold the highest standards of patient safety.
• Potentially engage in clinical research or teaching opportunities, if desired.
• Qualifications: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited institution.
• Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program in Radiation Oncology.
• Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Radiation Oncology by the American Board of Radiology.
• Valid medical license in the State of New York or eligibility to obtain. DEA registration.
• Strong commitment to patient-centered care and excellent communication skills.
• Skills & Attributes: Proficiency in modern radiation therapy techniques and technologies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Compassionate, empathetic, and patient-focused approach to care.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.