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UVA Community Health
Gainesville, Virginia

Hematology Oncology Physician Fishersville, VA

OncologyIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$434K - $671K

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Hematology Oncology Physician

UVA Health | 57 Beam Ln #300, Fishersville, VA 22939

UVA Health is seeking a Hematology Oncology Physician to join our growing community oncology program. This is an exciting opportunity to provide comprehensive cancer care close to home while benefiting from the clinical expertise, advanced resources, and academic environment of an NCI-designated Cancer Center.

The Opportunity

The physician will provide comprehensive hematology and oncology care, including diagnosis, treatment planning, chemotherapy and infusion management, and follow-up care. You will collaborate with surgeons, radiation oncologists, primary care providers, APPs, nurses, and other specialists to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities Include

New patient consultations, follow-up visits, and ongoing treatment management Diagnosis and treatment of a broad range of hematologic and oncologic conditions Management and oversight of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other infusion therapies Review of laboratory, pathology, imaging, and other diagnostic results Management of treatment-related toxicities and adverse reactions Patient and family education regarding diagnosis and treatment options Participation in weekly multidisciplinary tumor boards Participation in clinical research, clinical trials, and quality improvement initiatives Occasional inpatient oncology rounding, as needed, to support continuity of care Shared rotating call schedule The physician will primarily practice at our outpatient cancer care facility in Fishersville, VA, with occasional coverage at affiliated UVA Health hospitals, including University Medical Center, Prince William Medical Center, and/or Haymarket Medical Center.

Our Team

Join an established oncology practice with 8 physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, nurses, and a patient navigator, supported by social workers, nutritionists, palliative care specialists, and hospice services through UVA Health.

Why UVA Health?

This position offers the best of both worlds: the resources of an NCI-designated Cancer Center and leading academic medical center with the personal impact of community-based oncology care.

Highlights Include

Opportunity to help shape and grow a developing community oncology program Strong clinical, administrative, and executive support Collaborative, physician-focused culture Access to advanced oncology resources, teaching conferences, Grand Rounds, and CME Competitive compensation and incentive opportunities Comprehensive benefits package Generous time off and CME policies Ideal Candidate

We welcome applications from experienced hematology oncologists and recent fellowship graduates who are committed to high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centered care.

The ideal candidate will:

Be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hematology/Oncology

Have a strong foundation in medical oncology and the management of a broad range of cancers Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills Be committed to lifelong learning and professional development Value collaboration and mentorship Be enthusiastic about helping grow oncology services in the community A Virginia medical license will be required prior to the start of employment.

Compensation

The base compensation range for this role is $434,001–$671,007 for a 1.0 clinical FTE. Individual compensation will be determined based on fair market value and the selected candidate's qualifications, clinical experience, specialty training, credentials, and/or education.

The stated compensation range does not include applicable incentive compensation programs, which may include productivity, quality, non-productivity, or other incentives available to eligible positions.

Join UVA Health and help expand access to exceptional cancer care while building a rewarding career within a supportive, collaborative oncology program.

Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide comprehensive hematology and oncology care, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and the management of chemotherapy and infusion therapies. They will also collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated patient care and participate in clinical research and tumor boards.

Requirements

Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Hematology/Oncology and possess a strong foundation in medical oncology. A valid Virginia medical license is required prior to the start of employment.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Chemotherapy managementPatient education

Oncology — Physician Career Context

Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 6.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$553k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $546k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Oncology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score3.9 / 10 · above average in oncologyranked against 642 Oncology listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$434k–$671kOncology median $484k (middle half $424k–$575k)140 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$546k in purchasing powerVirginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Oncology listings in Virginia14 active641 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedVirginia physician listings (all specialties): 35% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 26% offer loan repayment740 active listings, Nov 2026
Oncology hiring demand#21 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 38 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 209 postings, 157 closed
New Oncology listings407 in the last 30 days334 the 30 days before (+22%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Oncology pay trend−6.9% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (642 Oncology listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.4this job 3.9
Better work-life than 60% of Oncology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 642 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About UVA Community Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Charlottesville, Virginia
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Generous time off
CME policies

Living in Gainesville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$587k≈ 1.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$3,021/mo≈ 8% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
35 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.