Job description
Part-Time Oncologist Opportunity - Brattleboro, Vermont
Seeking a compassionate and skilled Staff Oncologist to join the Oncology Department in Brattleboro, VT — providing comprehensive, patient-centered cancer care to individuals and families across southeastern Vermont.
Position Details
- Diagnosis, staging, and management of a wide range of cancers
- Development of personalized treatment plans utilizing chemotherapy, radiation, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies
- Monitoring and adjustment of treatment protocols and management of treatment-related side effects
- Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, radiologists, nurses, and support staff
- Participation in clinical trials and research initiatives
- Patient and family education on cancer diagnosis, treatment options, and side effects
- Mentorship and guidance to oncology healthcare staff
- FTE: 0.6 (24 hours/week) | Part-time
- Hours: Vary | Weekend and holiday schedules: Rotating
- FLSA Status: Exempt
Qualifications
MD or equivalent degree from an accredited medical school
Board certified or board eligible in Oncology
Active and unrestricted Vermont state medical license
Strong clinical expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to explain complex medical concepts to patients and families
Compassionate, patient-focused approach with a commitment to teamwork and collaboration
Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with oncology research
Facility Details
Serving a rural population of approximately 55,000 people across 22 towns in Vermont, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts
The Oncology Department is an outpatient clinic open five days a week
Department team includes a board-certified medical oncologist/hematologist, certified oncology nurses, a nurse practitioner/clinical nurse specialist, and a Breast and Oncology Nurse Navigator
multispecialty group practice of physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants committed to exceptional, compassionate care
Community Details
Nestled in the beautiful Green Mountains, Brattleboro is a progressive arts community offering:
Vibrant, family-oriented downtown with coffee shops, restaurants, boutiques, and bookstores
Museum and arts center, food co-op, farmer's market, public library, and live music venues
Outdoor recreation including hiking, skiing, golf, biking, swimming, and boating
Excellent public and private schools for families with school-age children
Affordable quality of life with easy access to major New England cities