Oncology Job at Avera in Sioux Falls, SD

Avera Medical Group, a regionally and nationally recognized leader in healthcare, is seeking a full time BC/BE Oncologist to join its group of 7 medical oncologists in Sioux Falls, SD. Avera physicians provide comprehensive cancer care in a state-of-the-art environment with senior level mentors, a full cancer genomics team, advanced clinical trials and cutting edge clinical offerings in a highly-collegial environment that drives improved patient outcomes and caring for the whole person. 

Avera’s team is supported by dedicated APPs, nurses, transplant coordinators, pharmacists & social workers, with access to a state-of-the art infusion center, inpatient hospitalist support, and a comprehensive network of well integrated sub-specialties. 

24/7 oncology nursing coverage through the Avera Cancer Navigation Center that provides patient support and serves as a triage service for all after-hour calls.

Academic appointments and teaching opportunities are provided through the University of South Dakota.      

Avera Cancer Institute:

The Avera Cancer Institute in Sioux Falls is the region’s only comprehensive cancer center which offers state-of-the-art services in one convenient location.  Avera Cancer Institute - Sioux Falls, is home to 7 medical oncologists/hematologists, 4 hematologists trained in bone marrow transplantation/CAR-T therapy, 3 gynecologic oncologists, and 3 radiation oncologists providing high dose-rate brachytherapy, intraoperative radiation for breast cancer and gamma knife treatments. Sub-specialized surgical colleagues in all specialties for cancer care. Avera provides South Dakota’s only bone marrow transplant center that has performed nearly 1,000 transplants and cellular therapies, including CAR-T. The cancer program has weekly multidisciplinary conferences which include; Lung, Breast, Hepatobiliary, GYN/GU, Head and Neck, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Liver, Genomics, and Metastatic Breast. 

The Avera Cancer Institute has a strong genomic sequencing program for patients at time of diagnosis and recurrence to guide treatment decisions.  A team of pharmacists and bio-informatics work collaboratively with the physician to provide support on interpretation and therapies to consider. In addition, the Avera Cancer Institute has a strong clinical trial program working closely with national organizations and pharma to bring in the most promising and cutting-edge trials. Hereditary cancer testing and services are provided for all cancer types. 

The Avera Oncology Service Line has also been established to unite Avera’s six cancer centers throughout the region. This provides coordinated, high-quality, patient-centered care in a strong, collaborative environment.

Avera McKennan

• Avera McKennan Hospital is a 545 bed, non-profit, Catholic organization with a dedicated inpatient oncology unit.  Avera McKennan serves as the tertiary referral center for the region, providing 24/7 hospitalist service support for the Avera Health System.

Avera Health

• The Avera footprint spans SD, MN, IA, NE and ND, providing a massive referral network of more than 1,200 professionals in more than 315 locations and with over 2.8 million visits per year. 
• Avera’s facilities are known for medical excellence, technological innovation, and a commitment to meeting physical, emotional and spiritual needs of all patients and loved ones. 
• Excellent compensation and benefit package with a 96% physician retention rate. 

  Sioux Falls, South Dakota

SD is ranked #3 best state (WalletHub, 2025) for physicians to practice, and Sioux Falls is consistently rated as one of the best places to live in the U.S.– a great place to work, raise a family and build a life. Money Magazine recognized Sioux Falls as the “best place to live in America” for its quality of life, including its low crime rate, high-quality education, clean air and water, lack of traffic congestion, and friendly residents. 

• One of the most business-friendly communities in the nation with strong health services, financial, technology, communications, manufacturing and agriculture sectors.
• No state income tax.
• Recreational activities abound with 80+ parks and a 30-mile trail intertwined along the Big Sioux River.
• Excellent array of educational opportunities for all ages
• Wide variety of arts, entertainment and shopping in Sioux Falls' lively and growing downtown area.