Radiation Oncology Job at Southern Illinois Healthcare in Carbondale, IL

Position Overview:

SIH is seeking a  Radiation Oncologist  to join our established team located at the SIH Cancer Institute. If you are interested in  private practice employment  with direct access to the  resources of a large hospital system, this opportunity is for you.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Private practice, in the established SIH Cancer Institute
• Partnership track after 2 years
• Several Multidisciplinary Tumor Boards (breast, lung, GI and GU)
• Well established team of clinicians

Qualifications:

• Completion of an ACGME or AOA accredited residency program in Radiation Oncology
• Current certification in Radiation Oncology by the American Board of Radiology  or by the American Osteopathic Board of Radiology 
• Treatment techniques: IMRT, VMAT, SBRT, SRS

Facility:

The  SIH Cancer Institute  located in Carterville, IL is the answer to an unmet need in southern Illinois.  The region's  only comprehensive community cancer center  brings together specialty physicians, specialized allied practitioners and technology at a comprehensive freestanding outpatient facility, and provides  multidisciplinary clinics in one location  to streamline cancer diagnosis, planning and treatment. A  $10 million dollar grant  was recently awarded to the facility towards expansions.  Services  at SIH Cancer Institute  include medical oncology, radiation oncology, oncologic surgery, supportive care, specialty clinics,  clinical trials, infusion center,  nurse navigation, survivorship, psychosocial support, cancer rehabilitation, spiritual care,  financial counseling, and data management. 

SIH  is the largest  not-for-profit  healthcare system and the leading provider of charity care and community benefits in southern Illinois.  SIH has 4,000 employees, 650+ physicians and APPs in over 60 specialties providing care for 330,000 patients within southern Illinois.   

Forward-thinking and financially strong, SIH prides itself in fostering leaders, promoting  teamwork, and providing quality care coordination and transitions. Our  passionate  and strategic  physician-led  medical group administration, alongside our friendly, skilled, and  patient-focused  staff, work together to  cultivate a  supportive  and positive working environment. Physician engagement surveys analyze our opportunities and focus our actions for improvement. 

Southern Illinois  is a hidden treasure in America’s heartland. The region is bounded by the Ohio and Mississippi rivers and dotted with accessible  lakes  nestled among the great hardwoods in the hills of the  Shawnee National Forest. The area is rich with  state parks, including famous Giant City State Park and Lodge, Garden of the Gods, and Little Grand Canyon. There are numerous things to do in all four seasons including  boating,  sailing,  fishing,  hiking  and  rock climbing.  You will find  miles of winding  horse trails and cycling paths.  Enjoy cooler weather while visiting  pumpkin patches,  going on  hayrides, and  ice skating.  You can also tee up at  over 20 golf-courses  or take a trip on the southern Illinois  wine trail  where you can visit dozens of wineries and bed and breakfasts.  Music festivals  and  local fairs  are numerous and there are many  historical attractions, unique shops and towns, and  fine restaurants  with  local and international cuisine.