Hematologist/Oncologist – Full-Time | Altru Health System | Grand Forks, ND

Location: Grand Forks, ND
Employer: Altru Health System

Opportunity Overview

Altru Health System, a leading nonprofit, physician-led regional health system based in Grand Forks, ND, is actively seeking a full-time Hematologist/Oncologist to join its growing oncology team. This is a unique opportunity to provide comprehensive outpatient hematology and oncology care in a collaborative, patient-focused environment with a well-supported multidisciplinary team.

Why Join Altru Hematology/Oncology?

• Practice primarily outpatient hematology and oncology with patient rounding supported by advanced practice providers.

• Enjoy a balanced Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. schedule with shared weekday and weekend call coverage, supported by APPs on night calls.

• Join a collegial team of 4 hematology/oncology physicians and 4 APPs in a health system serving a growing patient population across northeast North Dakota and northwest Minnesota.

• Utilize the fully integrated Epic EMR system across inpatient and outpatient settings.

• Benefit from affiliation with the University of North Dakota School of Medicine, offering optional teaching opportunities for medical students and residents.

• Collaborate closely with other specialty services within a Level II Trauma Center and the newly opened 226-bed Altru Hospital (opened January 2025) featuring advanced technology and comprehensive cancer care resources.

• Participate in a three-year guaranteed contract with automatic annual renewal and a competitive compensation package including sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.

Candidate Qualifications

• MD/DO with Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Hematology and Oncology required.

• Open to experienced physicians as well as 2026/2027 residency or fellowship graduates.

• Visa sponsorship available for H-1B and J-1 candidates for 2026/2027.

• Must reside within the Grand Forks area per system bylaws.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with productivity-based incentives (wRVU model).

• Sign-on bonus and Relocation assistance.

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, malpractice coverage including tail.

• Generous paid time off labeled as Physician Time Off: starting at 33 days/year including vacation, holidays, and CME days.

• $5,000 annual CME allowance with 10 CME days paid time off.

• Retirement plans including 401(k) with 5% employer match and a 457(b) option.

• Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

About Altru Health System – Hematology/Oncology | Grand Forks, ND

Altru Health System is a nonprofit, community-focused regional health system dedicated to improving health and enriching life for residents across northeast North Dakota and northwest Minnesota. The hematology/oncology team practices in a collaborative environment supported by advanced technology, dedicated APPs, and multidisciplinary specialty care. Altru offers a family-friendly community with excellent schools, affordable living, and abundant recreational opportunities.

Altru Health System is a nonprofit, community-focused regional health system serving northeast North Dakota and northwest Minnesota. With a mission to improve health and enrich life, Altru offers comprehensive cancer care through its state-of-the-art hospital and outpatient specialty clinics. The hematology/oncology team practices in a collaborative environment supported by advanced technology, dedicated APPs, and multidisciplinary specialty services. Physicians benefit from a growing patient population and strong institutional support in a welcoming, family-friendly community.  

Located in Grand Forks, this welcoming community offers an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living, excellent schools, and abundant outdoor recreation. Home to the University of North Dakota, the city blends the energy of a vibrant college town with the comfort and friendliness of a close-knit Midwestern community.