Hematologist Oncologist $100K SIGN ON BONUS Murrieta CA
Listed compensation
$500k-$650k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Includes weekends
Job Description
Starling Oncology (NASDAQ: STLN) is advancing oncology by delivering highly specialized, value-based cancer care in the community setting.
Formerly known as The Oncology Institute, Starling Oncology offers cutting-edge, evidence-based cancer care to a population of approximately 2.1 million patients, including clinical trials, transfusions, and other care delivery models traditionally associated with the most advanced care delivery organizations.
With more than 400 employed and network clinicians and over 100 clinics and network locations of care across five states and growing, Starling Oncology is changing oncology for the better. For more information, visit www.starlingoncology.com.
Physician Careers with Starling Oncology
About the Role
The Starling Oncology is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Hematology & Oncology Physician to join our growing Murrieta practice. This is an opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centered cancer care in a community-based setting with strong clinical support, predictable income, and leadership growth potential.
At Starling Oncology, physicians practice at the top of their license while being supported by an integrated care model designed to reduce administrative burden and allow you to focus on patient care.
- Practice & Clinical Support Model
- Established referral network with a growing patient panel
- On-site infusion services
- Dedicated APP, Nursing, and Medical Assistant support
- Multidisciplinary care teams and tumor board collaboration
- Technology-enabled workflows to support efficient, high-quality care
- Shared call structure with call coverage (Q4 – every 4 weekends)
Compensation Structure
Competitive base salary starting at $500,000+ with clearly defined incentive opportunities. Salary dependent upon experience and location. wRVU incentive model rewards thoughtful, sustainable growth by recognizing productivity alongside quality of care, patient experience, and sound clinical documentation.
- Typical physicians can achieve $650,000+ in total cash compensation once established
- Transparent compensation discussions early in the recruitment process
- Career Growth & Leadership Opportunities
- Pathways to Medical Director and clinical leadership roles
- Opportunities to participate in clinical trials and research initiatives
- Principal Investigator (PI) opportunities for interested physicians
- Ability to contribute to program development and clinical strategy
- Benefits & Lifestyle Support
- Guaranteed Sign-On Bonus: You will receive a $100,000 guaranteed sign-on bonus
- 3 CME days + $2,500 annually
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Malpractice coverage
- Paid time off
Relocation Assistance and Student Loan Repayment Support
- Licensing: Out of state? Your state license application & initial fee paid by Starling Oncology
- License Renewals are paid by Starling
- A Growing Network, Built for Sustainability
Starling Oncology continues to thoughtfully expand its clinic footprint across California to meet growing patient demand. New clinic development is paired with investments in clinical staffing, infusion capacity, and physician leadership, creating long-term stability and meaningful opportunities for physicians who want to grow with the organization.
- Why Physicians Choose Starling Oncology
- Predictable compensation with strong earning potential
- Supportive, physician-led clinical environment
- Community oncology focus with access to advanced care models
- Leadership opportunities without academic bureaucracy
- Mission-driven organization committed to compassionate, accessible cancer care
Why Murrieta
Practice in a growing community oncology market: Murrieta offers access to a fast-growing Southwest Riverside County patient base while supporting the private-practice model of personalized, community-based cancer care.
Strong work-life balance in Southern California: Physicians can enjoy a suburban, family-friendly lifestyle with nearby dining, parks, wineries, golf, hiking, and weekend access to San Diego, Orange County, Palm Springs, and the coast.
Appealing place to settle long term: Murrieta is known for well-established neighborhoods, highly regarded schools, and a quality-of-life profile that can be especially attractive for physicians relocating with families.
Professional opportunity with regional reach: Located near the I-15 and I-215 corridors, Murrieta provides convenient access to surrounding referral communities, hospitals, and specialists while allowing the physician to build lasting relationships in a private-practice setting.
About Starling Oncology
We're a leading community-based oncology network dedicated to providing high-quality, value-based cancer care. Our integrated model combines clinical excellence, innovation, and compassion to improve outcomes for patients while supporting physician well-being and professional growth.
Next Steps
Physicians interested in a confidential conversation are encouraged to apply. Our recruiting team is committed to a transparent, efficient process and early compensation discussions.
Not ready to apply? Please reach out to physiciancareers@theoncologyinstitute.com for an exploratory conversation with our team.
The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role.
- Pay Transparency for salaried teammates
- $500,000—$650,000 USD
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, patient-centered hematology and oncology care within a community-based setting. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and participate in clinical trials and program development initiatives.
Requirements
Must be a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Hematology & Oncology Physician. Requires a valid medical license and the ability to work effectively in a clinical practice environment.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Oncology — Physician Career Context
Of the 35 active Oncology listings this role was benchmarked against, 14% are remote, 43% have no call, 49% require no weekends.
Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 20.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
For production-based offers, this specialty runs a typical 5,000 wRVUs per year (derived from CMS CPT-frequency data), and WeekdayDoc listings compensate a median of about $50 per wRVU — implying roughly $250k in production-based pay. For reference, the 2026 CMS Medicare conversion factor is $33.40 per RVU.
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