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Vitaly Health
Denver, Colorado

Medical Oncologist Locum Tenens

OncologyIncludes callContract

Listed compensation

$744k

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Job Description

Vitaly Health is seeking a qualified Medical Oncologist (MD/DO) for a locum tenens opportunity at an established healthcare facility.

This opportunity is ideal for a compassionate, patient-focused physician who is committed to delivering high-quality oncology care while collaborating with a multidisciplinary clinical team. The selected physician will evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with cancer, develop individualized treatment plans, and support continuity of care throughout the assignment.

Position Details

  • Position: Medical Oncologist (MD/DO)
  • Specialty: Medical Oncology
  • Employment Type: Locum Tenens / 1099 Independent Contractor
  • Number of Openings: 1
  • Schedule: To be coordinated based on physician availability and facility requirements
  • Practice Setting: Established healthcare facility
  • Start Date: To be confirmed

Clinical Responsibilities

  • Evaluate patients through comprehensive medical histories, physical examinations, and appropriate diagnostic testing.
  • Diagnose and manage oncologic conditions using evidence-based clinical practices.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
  • Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment options, expected outcomes, and ongoing care.
  • Provide compassionate, patient-centered care while addressing questions and concerns.
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and complete medical documentation to support continuity of care, compliance, quality, safety, and billing.
  • Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Provide clinical leadership, guidance, and feedback to members of the patient care team.
  • Coordinate consultations and referrals when clinically appropriate.
  • Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and continuous professional development initiatives.

Provide office visits, telephone consultations, electronic communication, and call coverage as required by the assignment agreement.

Perform additional clinical responsibilities consistent with the physician's specialty and contractual agreement.

Required Qualifications

Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an accredited medical or osteopathic school.

  • Completion of appropriate residency training in the relevant specialty.
  • Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in the applicable specialty.
  • Active and unrestricted medical license in the state where services will be provided.
  • Valid DEA registration in the applicable state.
  • Current BLS or ACLS certification, or ability to obtain certification within the timeframe required by the facility.
  • Demonstrated ability to evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients requiring medical oncology services.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong clinical judgment and commitment to patient safety.
  • Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and comply with applicable healthcare regulations.
  • Compassionate, approachable, dependable, and professional.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary clinical teams.
  • Proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking.

Certification Requirements

  • Board Certification/Eligibility: Required in the applicable specialty.
  • Medical License: Valid license in the applicable state.
  • DEA Registration: Valid registration in the applicable state.
  • BLS or ACLS: Required upon hire for an acute care hospital setting or within 90 days of hire for an ambulatory clinic setting, as applicable.

Benefits & Assignment Support

Flexible Scheduling: Scheduling arrangements coordinated according to physician availability and facility requirements.

Locum Tenens / 1099 Contract: Independent contractor agreement structured to accommodate individual physician requirements and assignment expectations.

  • Malpractice Insurance: Professional liability insurance coverage provided throughout the assignment.
  • Fully Covered Lodging: Housing accommodations provided, including a house, apartment, or hotel, based on assignment requirements and physician preferences.
  • Vehicle Provided: Rental vehicle or equivalent transportation arrangements covered throughout the assignment.

Covered Flights: Airfare provided for professional travel and eligible personal travel between destinations, subject to agreed travel arrangements.

Dedicated Recruitment Support: Personalized assistance with credentialing, onboarding, scheduling, and assignment coordination.

Ongoing Professional Opportunities: Access to additional locum tenens assignments through Vitaly Health's nationwide healthcare network.

Key Responsibilities

The physician will evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with cancer while developing and monitoring individualized treatment plans. They are also responsible for collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and maintaining accurate medical documentation to ensure continuity of care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree, possess a valid medical license and DEA registration in the state of practice, and be board-certified or board-eligible in medical oncology. Excellent communication skills and the ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered care are required.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Patient diagnosisTreatment planningClinical documentationPatient educationMultidisciplinary collaborationEvidence-based practiceConsultation coordinationMedical history taking

Oncology — Physician Career Context

Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 10.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$744k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $721k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Oncology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score2.8 / 10 · above average in oncologyranked against 656 Oncology listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$721k in purchasing powerColorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Oncology listings in Colorado10 active658 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedColorado Physician listings: 22% state a sign-on bonus (median $25k) · 18% offer loan repayment367 active listings, Nov 2026
Oncology hiring demand#21 of 28 specialtiespostings stay open a median 38 days · 22% state a sign-on bonusWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 209 postings, 157 closed
New Oncology listings440 in the last 30 days382 the 30 days before (+15%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Oncology pay trend+10.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (656 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

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Better work-life than 50% of Oncology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 656 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Vitaly Health

Staffing and Recruiting
Miami, Florida

Benefits & Perks

Flexible scheduling
Malpractice insurance provided
Fully covered lodging
Vehicle provided
Covered flights
Dedicated recruitment support

Living in Denver

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$556k≈ 0.7× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,855/mo≈ 3% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

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

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