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Cancer Institute - Physician, Ra

OncologyIncludes callFull-Time

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Allegheny Health Network Job Description: Allegheny Health Network’s Cancer Institute (AHNCI) is actively seeking a Radiation Oncologist for the Allegheny General Hospital AHNCI site in Pittsburgh, PA, to join team at Allegheny General Hospital.

Highlights: AHN is seeking a patient-oriented clinician with excellent clinical and interpersonal skills to provide state-of-the-art care to patients. Participation in active multidisciplinary tumor boards and experience with clinical trials is preferred.

Position would be at Allegheny General Hospital, with the candidate having an interest in clinical research as well as teaching the department's residents and medical students. Position would include working with the Elekta Unity MR Linac.

APEX-accredited institution offering a full range of treatment modalities, including 3DCRT, IMRT/VMAT, IGRT, SBRT, LDR/HDR brachytherapy.

Facility is equipped with two Elekta Versa HD Linear accelerators, Elekta Unity MR Linac, Gamma Knife, CT simulation, Mosaiq EMR, Monaco treatment planning, motion management with onsite physics/dosimetry, medical oncology and radiology services.

The AGH Academic Center AHNCI is part of a larger network providing high-quality Radiation Oncology services to our patients through 17 hospital-based and freestanding facilities in Western Pennsylvania and Ohio. AHN’s Cancer Institute currently employs 22 radiation oncologists and 19 physicists.

Qualifications

Board Eligible/Board Certified in Radiation Oncology Completion of an ACGME-approved Radiation Oncology residency program Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) Eligible for license in the state of Pennsylvania prior to employment The successful candidate should have demonstrated clinical skills and have a proven record of exceptional interactive skills with colleagues, patients, and staff. AHN Proudly Offers: Competitive Salary and Comprehensive Medical

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus CME Allowance EY Financial Planning Services – Student Loan, PSLF Assistance Retirement Plans; Vested Immediately in 401K and 457B Malpractice Coverage with Tail Coverage A diverse and inclusive workforce with loan repayment assistance for qualified candidates Why AHN?

It’s a blended healthcare organization providing patients with exceptional healthcare for over a century. As a Blended Health organization, we are forging innovative solutions and key partnerships to help transform the health experience of our customers in remarkable ways.

AHN's innovative approach ensures that patients receive top-notch care close to home, supported by 14 hospitals, over 250 healthcare facilities and 3,000+ physicians. Why Pittsburgh? Working in Pittsburgh, PA, offers a vibrant and dynamic environment with a rich cultural scene and a strong sense of community.

Enjoy Pittsburgh’s nationally recognized hub for medical innovation, culinary scene, sporting events and many indoor/outdoor activities. Benefit from a low cost of living and highly regarded educational institutions.

The city's diverse neighborhoods and thriving job market make it an ideal place for healthcare professionals to grow.

Email your CV and direct inquiries to: Ashley Levine| Physician Recruiter| ashley.levine@ahn.org | 412-738-1861 Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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Based in Pittsburgh, Pa., Highmark Health’s 35,000 employees serve millions of customers nationwide through the nonprofit organization’s affiliated businesses, which include Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, HM Insurance Group, United Concordia Dental, HM Health Solutions and HM Home & Community Services.

Highmark Health’s businesses proudly serve a broad spectrum of health-related needs including health insurance, health care delivery, population health management, dental solutions, reinsurance solutions, and innovative, technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Provide state-of-the-art radiation oncology care to patients using advanced modalities and equipment. Participate in multidisciplinary tumor boards, conduct clinical research, and teach residents and medical students.

Requirements

Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified in Radiation Oncology with an MD or DO degree. Requires completion of an ACGME-approved residency and eligibility for a Pennsylvania state license.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Medical Teaching

Oncology — Physician Career Context

Of the 40 active Oncology listings this role was benchmarked against, 13% are remote, 50% have no call, 35% require no weekends.

Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 21.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Oncologist Jobs

13 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution11 jobs

4
<$550k
3
$550k-600k
1
$625k
1
$652k
2
$700k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks11 jobs

401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
45% this job
Sign-on bonus
36% this job
Relocation assistance
36%

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.4this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Oncology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 624 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Pittsburgh

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$234k
Typical market rent
$1,545/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
94.7
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Pittsburgh, PA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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