Radiation Oncologist in East TN - Department of Veteran Affairs

James H. Quillen VA Medical Center is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Radiation Oncologist.  Join a team that recently attained accreditation from the American Society for Radiation Oncology APEx Accreditation Program for Excellence.  As a vital member of our healthcare community, you will contribute to the well-being of our veterans through cutting-edge cancer treatment. 

Opportunity details:

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans
• Schedule: Mon-Fri 8am - 5pm with light call.
• Current equipment includes 2 Varian TrueBeam linear accelerators, Phillips 4D scanner, Velocity and Eclipse treatment planning software.
• Treatment methods include IMRT, SBRT, VMAT
• Common treatment sites include a robust liver program, prostate, head & neck, as well as lung
• Staffing includes on site advanced nurse practitioner, nursing, radiation therapists, dosimetrist, and physicist.
• Weekly general tumor board and biweekly GI tumor conference

Benefits:

• Loan Repayment through - EDRP (Education Debt Reduction Program)
• No contracts or non-competes
• No state income tax
• Excellent Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Great work/life balance
• Low patient to provider ratio

Johnson City, Tennessee is known for its rich history, cultural heritage, outdoor activities, and beautiful lakes and mountain vistas. As the eighth largest city in Tennessee, Johnson City boasts diverse economic and educational opportunities and has become a regional hub for health care, including medical and pharmacy schools associated with East Tennessee State University. The city is also home to a beautiful and historic Veterans Administration campus and hospital which celebrated 120 years serving veterans.  Exciting day trips to Asheville, Knoxville, Gatlinburg, and the ski areas of North Carolina are about an hour away. 

All this, an excellent economy and one of the lowest costs of living in the U.S. led Forbes magazine to list Johnson City as one of the Best Small Cities for Business and Careers. Kiplingers named it one of the 10 Least Expensive Cities for Living in the U.S.A. Residents and visitors alike are drawn to the big city opportunities and small-town atmosphere of Johnson City, a one-of-a-kind town.