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UMass Memorial Health
Fitchburg, Massachusetts

General Oncologist - HealthAlliance Fitchburg - Simonds-Sinon Regional Cancer Center (Per Diem)

OncologyNo callPer Diem

Listed compensation

$166-$200/hr

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Job Description

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Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve.

We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

Hiring Range

  • $166 - $200/hr
  • Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
  • Location: Fitchburg, MA
  • Facility: HealthAlliance-Clinton - Simonds-Sinon Regional Cancer Center
  • Department: Department of Medicine
  • Specialty: Hematology Oncology
  • Schedule: Per-Diem

UMass Memorial Health, the premier health and wellness partner for the people of Central Massachusetts and the largest healthcare system in the region, is seeking a passionate and skilled Per-Diem General Oncologist to join our Division of Hematology/Oncology within the UMass Memorial Medical Group working at our HealthAlliance Simonds-Sinon Regional Cancer Center location in Fitchburg, MA. This position offers a unique opportunity to deliver high-quality community-based cancer care at a well-established practice.

About the Role

  • Join a vibrant and growing Division of Hematology/Oncology, which includes:
  • 28 Board-Certified Physicians and 33 Advanced Practice Providers
  • An integrated, multidisciplinary Cancer Center of Excellence focused on clinical care and innovation
  • Access to state-of-the-art clinical and research facilities
  • Affiliation with the UMass Chan Medical School, a nationally ranked academic institution

This role offers a dynamic mix of clinical care, teaching, research, and leadership opportunities with a clinical focus on general oncology, including but not limited to Thoracic and Head/Neck Oncology, Gastrointestinal Malignancies, and Classical Hematology.

Key Highlights

Primary clinical focus: Thoracic and Head/Neck Oncology, Gastrointestinal Malignancies, and Classical Hematology in the outpatient settings

  • Clinic schedule: 4-6 half-day sessions per week, average of 8 patients per session
  • Electronic Medical Record: Epic
  • Practice site(s): Health Alliance Simonds-Sinon Regional Cancer Center location in Fitchburg, MA
  • Competitive compensation

What We’re Looking For

  • Board-certified or board-eligible in Hematology/Oncology
  • MD or DO degree and eligibility for Massachusetts medical licensure
  • A strong commitment to patient-centered clinical care
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment

Join Us

If you're a dedicated oncologist looking to make a meaningful impact through patient care and community engagement, we invite you to apply and become part of our growing team.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae to:

  • David Cachia, MD
  • Clinical Chief, Division of Hematology/Oncology
  • Chair, Hematology/Oncology Executive Council
  • Associate Professor of Medicine, UMass Chan Medical School

c/o Jessica Merlo, Provider Recruiter

Jessica.Merlo@umassmemorial.org

To learn more about the Division of Hematology/Oncology, please visit: umassmed.edu

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.

Key Responsibilities

The oncologist will provide high-quality, community-based cancer care with a focus on thoracic, head/neck, and gastrointestinal malignancies. The role also involves participating in teaching, research, and leadership activities within an integrated, multidisciplinary cancer center.

Requirements

Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in Hematology/Oncology and hold an MD or DO degree. Eligibility for Massachusetts medical licensure is required, along with a strong commitment to patient-centered care.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Thoracic OncologyHead and Neck OncologyClinical ResearchEpic EMRMultidisciplinary Teamwork

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates General Oncologist - HealthAlliance Fitchburg - Simonds-Sinon Regional Cancer Center (Per Diem) at UMass Memorial Health a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Oncology — ranked against 652 active Oncology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Oncology — Physician Career Context

Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$381k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $360k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Oncology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.6 / 10 · top 10% in oncologyranked against 652 Oncology listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$360k in purchasing powerMassachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Oncology listings in Massachusetts21 active648 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedMassachusetts physician listings (all specialties): 18% state a sign-on bonus (median $75k) · 13% offer loan repayment634 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 listings419 in the last 30 days315 the 30 days before (+33%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Oncology pay trend+5.7% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (652 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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Work-life snapshot

median 2.4this job 6.6
Among the best 10% of Oncology listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 652 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About UMass Memorial Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Worcester, Massachusetts
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation
Epic EMR
Academic affiliation with UMass Chan Medical School
Multidisciplinary team

Living in Fitchburg

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$414k
Typical market rent
$1,859/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

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