Radiation Oncologist

UPCI Cancer Services seeks Radiation Oncologists (Multiple Openings) in Altoona, PA to determine the best therapy technique to prescribe for destroying cancer cells in a patient while keeping normal tissue around the cancerous area healthy; use three-dimensional images to understand exactly where tumors are located so that the risks of side effects from radiation therapy can be limited and develop a treatment plan.

Job Responsibilities:

- Determine the best therapy technique to prescribe for destroying cancer cells in a patient while keeping normal tissue around the cancerous area healthy; - Use three-dimensional images to understand exactly where tumors are located so that the risks of side effects from radiation therapy can be limited and develop a treatment plan. + Medical degree (M.D. or D.O.) or equivalent; + Must have completed residency in Radiation Oncology; + Board certified or board eligible for certification in Radiation Oncology by American Board of Radiology; + Must have valid unrestricted PA medical license or eligibility. + Onsite work required, some telecommuting permissible. UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran