Radiation Oncologist
Compensation
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Job Description
- Your future role at a glance
- Location: Pensacola, FL
- Facility Name: Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola
- Schedule: Full Time
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance (if applicable)
- Productivity incentives: RVU
- CME allowance + dedicated CME days
- Malpractice coverage with tail
This job location is currently located in a Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSAs) and/or Medically Underserved Areas/Populations (MUA/P) Shortage Designation Type.
- How you’ll make an impact in this role
- This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated physician to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.
- Join an established team of 3 physicians and 3 APPs
- Practice setting: Mix
- Access to Support staff
- Employed position within a nonprofit health system
- Board Certified or Board Eligible
- Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
About the Facility
- 566-bed hospital / medical center
- Level I Trauma Center
- Serving a population of approximately 545,000
- Integrated referral network
- Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
- Why Physicians Choose Ascension
- Physician-led, collaborative culture
- Long-term practice stability
- National network with local autonomy
- Mission-centered care rooted in service
- What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration
Licensed Physician MD/DO credentialed from the Florida Board of Medicine obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Board eligibility/certification in medical specialty required.
Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) required.
- Benefits that help you thrive
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
- Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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Key Responsibilities
The Radiation Oncologist will provide high-quality patient care within a busy, well-respected practice supported by a robust health system network. The role involves collaborating with a team of physicians and APPs to deliver mission-centered care in a clinical setting.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree and be board certified or board eligible in radiation oncology. Applicants must also be eligible for Florida state medical licensure and DEA registration.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Oncology — Physician Career Context
Of the 34 active Oncology listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 65% have no call, 35% require no weekends.
Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 18.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Oncology median $484k (middle half $413k–$554k)140 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Oncology listings in Florida | 73 active | 667 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 3% remote · 65% no call · 35% no weekends34 benchmarked listings |
| Oncology pay trend | +18.9% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
| Implied production pay | ~$250k | $50/wRVU × 5,000 wRVUsCMS CPT frequencies; WeekdayDoc listing median $/wRVU |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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