Medical Oncologist

Pueblo, ColoradoPosted 2mo agoattending physician
$625,655Pay listed on source · unverified
Hematology/OncologyFull-timeambulatory clinic and dedicated treatment center based · on-call coverage when assigned

Overview

Location
Pueblo, Colorado
Schedule
Ambulatory clinic and dedicated treatment center based · On-call coverage when assigned
Source-listed pay
$625,655

Not yet verified against the original posting

Practice
Healthcare system with multiple sites including treatment centers and ambulatory clinics · Hospital and regional medical center in Pueblo, Colorado

Role summary

This Medical Oncologist position in Pueblo, Colorado offers a comprehensive cancer care role in ambulatory and treatment center settings with a salary of $625,655 annually. Responsibilities include systemic cancer treatment, quality improvement initiatives, medical staff committee participation, and on-call coverage when assigned.

What the posting highlights

  • Provides on-call coverage when assigned
  • Care setting: Ambulatory and treatment center outpatient cancer care
  • Patient population: Cancer patients requiring systemic treatments including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies

SalaryDr summary based on the original posting

Posted base pay vs physician-reported total comp

Source-listed pay$626k
Physician-reported total comp$480k–$600k · $490k median
$463kShared annual scale · base and total comp stay separate$643k

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Compensation

Employer-listed pay
$625,655
Pay context
Source-listed pay · not yet verified
Evidence
abundant recreational opportunities, all within a friendly, growing city. #HEC Pay Range $625,655.00 - $625,655.00/ Annually
Observed
2 mo ago

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Next steps

Employer

CommonSpirit Health

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Facility & Community

Facility details
Practice setting
Healthcare system with multiple sites including treatment centers and ambulatory clinics
Facility type
Hospital and regional medical center in Pueblo, Colorado
Patient population
Cancer patients requiring systemic treatments including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies
EHR
Not stated in posting
Community snapshot
Peer median
Building sample
Active supply
Colorado
Full-time
Transparent pay
Not measured
SalaryDr source status
Work-life
Healthcare system with multiple sites including treatment centers and ambulatory clinics

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  • Is $625,655 base salary only, or expected total compensation including bonus and productivity?
  • How many weeks of PTO and CME time are included, and is unused time paid out?

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Work Design

Schedule
ambulatory clinic and dedicated treatment center based
Call burden
on-call coverage when assigned
Inpatient / outpatient
ambulatory and treatment center outpatient cancer care
Coverage model
provides on-call coverage when assigned
Admin burden
participation in medical staff committees and quality improvement initiatives

Visa & Eligibility

Remote
No

Source & Verification

Source
Aggregated (ym_careers)
Salary label
Pay not verified
First seen
2 mo ago
Last verified
yesterday
Extraction confidence
85%

Full description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Medical Oncologist, you will be a pivotal clinician delivering the highest quality patient care and medical oncology expertise within our Colorado healthcare system. This role involves comprehensive cancer care services, both in dedicated treatment centers and ambulatory clinic settings, while contributing to clinical quality improvement initiatives and community benefit programs, ensuring access to top-tier cancer care for our patients.

Every day you will provide expert ambulatory care, diagnose, plan, and deliver essential systemic treatments (including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and other advanced modalities), and meticulously manage medical records to current policy standards. You will actively comply with all managed care programs, Medicare, Medicaid, and federal/state reimbursement plans, including our ethical and religious directives. Furthermore, you will lead and participate in various activities focused on promoting clinical excellence and quality improvement within medical oncology services, engage in medical staff committees, and, when assigned, provide crucial on-call coverage to support our community's urgent needs.

To be successful in this role, you will be a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Medical Oncologist with an active Colorado medical license (or eligibility to obtain one), demonstrating a commitment to continuously developing personal and professional competence through ongoing medical education and maintaining applicable board certification. We seek candidates who embody the highest standards of medical ethics, possess strong communication skills for patient and administrative interactions, and are dedicated to actively engaging in hospital operational matters, peer review, quality improvement, and providing impactful community benefit services, including charity care.

  • Serve as a pivotal Medical Oncologist in Colorado, delivering highest quality patient care and medical oncology expertise in dedicated treatment and ambulatory clinic settings.
  • Daily responsibilities include providing expert ambulatory care, diagnosing, planning, and delivering essential systemic treatments (chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, etc.), and meticulously managing medical records to policy standards.
  • Actively comply with managed care programs, Medicare, Medicaid, federal/state reimbursement plans, and ethical directives, while leading/participating in quality improvement initiatives, engaging in medical staff committees, and providing on-call coverage.

We believe in compensating our talent exceptionally well. For this critical role, we're offering a premium compensation package totaling $625,655 annually. This includes a valuable starting bonus to recognize your immediate contribution and comprehensive relocation support designed to alleviate the complexities of moving, allowing you to focus on success from day one.


Job Requirements

Required

  • Must have successfully completed a residency or fellowship commensurate with area of specialty.
  • Obtain and maintain an unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency ("DEA") registration;
  • Be board certified or eligible in the appropriate specialty, by a board acceptable to Hospital;
  • Obtain Medical Staff Privileges within the Health system, at sponsoring institution
  • Doctorate MD or DO required
  • DR-Current and unrestricted license to practice medicine in applicable state required

#HEC


Where You'll Work

Pueblo, Colorado, presents an appealing option for providers seeking a vibrant community with a lower cost of living than many Colorado cities.

  • Growing Healthcare Hub: Pueblo is home to established hospitals and a regional medical center, indicating a demand for medical professionals and opportunities for career advancement.
  • Affordable Living: Compared to Denver or Colorado Springs, Pueblo offers significantly more affordable housing and a lower overall cost of living, allowing for a comfortable lifestyle.
  • Diverse Community & Culture: Enjoy a rich cultural scene with a thriving arts district, historical attractions, and a diverse population. The Riverwalk is a popular community focal point.
  • Outdoor Access: Southern Colorado location provides easy access to mountains, Arkansas River recreation (rafting, fishing), and numerous state parks for hiking and biking.
  • Mild Climate: Experience 300+ days of sunshine annually, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.
  • Strategic Location: Proximity to Colorado Springs (45 mins) and Denver (2 hours) offers access to larger city amenities when desired, without the daily grind.

Pueblo offers a balanced lifestyle: meaningful work, affordability, and abundant recreational opportunities, all within a friendly, growing city.

#HEC


Pay Range
$625,655.00 - $625,655.00/ Annually