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Hematology/Oncology Physician

RecruitWell, Altoona, PA, United States

Duration: Full Time


Hematology / Medical Oncology Physician - Altoona, Pennsylvania

Hospital-Based Clinical Trials Visa Sponsorship Available

Clinical Opportunity

A leading, physician-led health system is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Hematologist/Medical Oncologist to join a busy, growing cancer program in Altoona, Pennsylvania.

This position is ideal for physicians committed to high-quality, patient-centered care with a strong interest in clinical trials and evidence-based oncology. J-1 waiver and H-1B sponsorship (post-J-1) candidates are welcome to apply.

Practice Overview
  • Join as the 4th physician in a well-established medical oncology practice

  • Practice located in a spacious, new cancer center on the hospital campus

  • Strong infrastructure with:

    • Advanced Practice Providers

    • Specialized oncology nurses

    • Dedicated lab, pharmacy, and support staff

  • Integrated, physician-led network with robust growth

  • Mix of:

    • Outpatient oncology care

    • Inpatient medical oncology consults

    • Chemotherapy, lab, and supportive therapy visits

  • Schedule:

    • Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    • Shared call among physician colleagues

Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive base salary plus generous incentive program

  • Sign-on bonus

  • Paid relocation assistance

  • Comprehensive benefits package including:

    • Family medical, dental, and vision insurance

    • Pension/retirement plan

    • Life and disability insurance

  • Occurrence-based malpractice insurance

  • Generous PTO

  • CME allowance

Hospital & Health System
  • 400-bed tertiary hospital serving central Pennsylvania

  • Medical staff of 400+ physicians

  • Level II Trauma Center

  • Regional Oncology Center

  • Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center

  • Comprehensive cardiology and cardiovascular surgery

  • Interventional neurology, robotics, behavioral health, vascular, and wound care

  • 24/7 inpatient support by hospitalists and intensivists

Cancer Program
  • One of the largest integrated community cancer networks in the U.S.

  • Western Pennsylvania's only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center

  • Extensive clinical trial access across:

    • Pennsylvania

    • Ohio

    • New York

    • Maryland

  • Strong emphasis on:

    • Clinical, translational, and basic science research

    • Residency education

    • Community outreach

  • Unified care model ensures patients have access to advanced diagnostics and therapies, regardless of treatment location

Community & Lifestyle
  • Altoona is a family-oriented city surrounded by mountains in central Pennsylvania

  • Very reasonable cost of living

  • Excellent public and private school systems

  • Outdoor recreation:

    • Hiking, biking, paddling, fishing, skiing

    • State parks, rail trails, and resorts nearby

  • Cultural and social amenities:

    • Big Ten sports

    • National touring performers

  • Close to State College, home to Penn State University

  • Centrally located with easy access to:

    • Pittsburgh

    • Philadelphia

    • Washington DC

    • Baltimore

    • NYC(approximately 40 minutes to 4.5 hours)

Next Steps

Allow RecruitWell to coordinate a confidential introductory call between you and the client to discuss clinical focus, trials access, compensation, and visa support.