Hematology/Oncology in Oak Ridge, TN

Thompson Oncology Group is a member of Covenant Health and is the medical oncology group for the Thompson Cancer Survival Center.  Due to increased patient volumes, we are seeking an additional hematologist/oncologist to join our team of three oncologists in our Oak Ridge clinic.

About this Opportunity

• Competitive base salary with generous sign-on and RVU bonus potential
• 4 day work week
• Excellent benefits package including generous CME allowance, paid malpractice insurance and flexible relocation assistance
• Progressive patient support programs such as disease-specific nurse navigators, genetic counseling, clinical research, cancer outreach services, regional patient housing, and nutrition and social services
• Disease-specific tumor conferences and multi-disciplinary clinics
• Supported by a referral base of over 300 employed Covenant Medical Group providers
• Hospitalists routinely admit patients
• Educational loan forgiveness available
• Residency trained, board certified oncology pharmacists
• Accredited by ACOS Commission on Cancer

Thompson Cancer Survival Center has a legacy of providing high quality cancer care in East Tennessee. We offer some of the area’s most advanced cancer diagnostic services and treatments, including advanced PET imaging exams, breast tomosynthesis, Gamma Knife, and a strong clinical research program. Our physicians are supported by a team of nurse navigators, dietitians, genetics counselors, clinical trials specialists, physicists, pharmacists, therapists, technologists, oncology nurses, social workers and counselors to provide comprehensive patient care. Thompson is proud to have six comprehensive cancer centers throughout the region for the residents of East Tennessee. We invite you to learn more and be part of our growing team.

This opportunity is located at the clinic associated with Methodist Medical Center in Oak Ridge, TN. Methodist Medical Center first opened as an Army hospital in 1943 when Oak Ridge was still America’s “Secret City.” Today, the medical center is a 301-bed facility that serves more than 200,000 people in Anderson, Roane, Morgan, Campbell and Scott counties. The hospital offers 30 specialty services ranging from cardiology and orthopedics to oncology and wound care. Its high caliber physicians, nurses, technicians and support staff help make the medical center what it is – an award-winning facility with the heart of a hometown hospital. Together, we are dedicated to providing compassionate care in a setting that is responsive to patient needs and focused on both clinical and service excellence.

Thompson Oncology Group, Thompson Cancer Survival Center and Methodist Medical Center are all members of Covenant Health, an award-winning Tennessee healthcare delivery system serving 25 counties and committed to providing excellent care for our 2 million+ patients each year. We fulfill our mission to improve the quality of life in our region through comprehensive services at nearly 150 locations, including 10 hospitals; outpatient clinics; specialized behavioral, oncology and rehabilitation facilities; home care; physician practices, and community programs. With more than 11,000 employees, physicians and volunteers, Covenant Health is the area’s largest employer and has been recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer eight times. Learn more at CovenantHealth.com.

Located just outside of Knoxville, Oak Ridge offers the charm and warmth of a small town with the conveniences and amenities not usually found in a city its size. Home to the world’s fastest super computer, Oak Ridge also hosts Oak Ridge National Laboratory, whose research and technology initiatives in scientific discovery, clean energy, and security have ushered in an exciting period of growth for our area.

• Oak Ridge school district has been ranked #1 in TN for 2019
• No state income tax

Choosing where to live and practice is one of the most important decisions a physician ever makes. The quality of life in East Tennessee, the beauty of the area, the financial advantages of practicing here, access to all the resources needed to provide outstanding patient care, and the strengths of the Covenant Health system may help make that decision easy.