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Fargo, North Dakota

Physician - Radiation Oncology - Fargo, ND

OncologyNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$1 - $1,000,000

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Posted 53m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Building Location

South University Clinic

Department: 3021170 RADIATION ONCOLOGY - SU

Job Description

Education Qualifications:

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

Radiation Oncologist Opportunity – Join a Thriving, Patient-Centered Practice

Location: Fargo, ND | Position: Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

Are you ready to elevate your career in Radiation Oncology? Essentia Health is seeking a compassionate and driven Radiation Oncologist to join our dynamic and growing team in Fargo, ND. This is your chance to practice in a collegial, patient-focused environment equipped with cutting-edge technology and supported by a multidisciplinary team that shares your commitment to exceptional care.

Why Join Us?

Practice Highlights

  • Tailor Your Dream Practice: We value your vision and will work with you to create a practice that aligns with your professional goals.
  • Patient Volume: Treat 20-30 patients per day in a well-supported and efficient clinical setting.
  • Comprehensive Team: Collaborate with a dedicated team, including:
  • 1 Radiation Oncologist
  • 2 Full-time Medical Physicists
  • 4 Radiation Therapists
  • 2 Nurses
  • 1 Dosimetrist
  • 1 Supervisor
  • Holistic Support Services: Work alongside genetic counselors, nutritionists, social workers, nurse navigators, behavioral therapists, and lymphedema specialists to provide compassionate, multidisciplinary care.
  • Advanced Technology: Utilize state-of-the-art equipment, including:
  • 1 Elekta Linear Accelerator
  • Dedicated CT Simulator

On-site Treatment Planning

  • SRS, SBRT, IGRT, IMRT, VMAT, Radiopharmaceuticals, and 4D CT capabilities.
  • Streamlined Workflow: Benefit from EPIC and Mosaiq electronic medical records for seamless patient management.
  • Cancer Program Excellence

Nationally Recognized Care

Accredited as a Comprehensive Community Cancer Program and by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (American College of Surgeons).

Recipient of the NCI Community Oncology Research Program (NCORP) grant, offering access to cutting-edge clinical trials.

Collaborative Environment

  • Multidisciplinary Tumor Board Conferences to foster collaborative decision-making.
  • On-site Medical Oncology team with 4 MDs and 3 APCs.
  • Expanding regional outreach with telemedicine capabilities.
  • Innovative Leadership: Essentia Health is a dyad-led organization where physician leadership partners with administrative leadership to ensure a shared vision for success.
  • What We’re Looking For

Board Certified/Board Eligible in Radiation Oncology

A compassionate, patient-centered physician eager to contribute to a thriving practice.

Compensation

$640,528 Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation

Why Fargo?

Vibrant Community: Fargo-Moorhead is a safe, clean, and welcoming city with a population of 250,000.

Outdoor Paradise: Enjoy an abundance of outdoor activities, from lakeside relaxation to hiking, biking, and more.

Prime Location: Centrally located on the border of North Dakota and Minnesota, just 4 hours from Minneapolis/St. Paul.

Regional Hub: Serve a broad community with 25 clinics and 5 hospitals in the service area.

Why Essentia Health?

Essentia Health is a trusted, well-established healthcare organization known for delivering outstanding care and fostering a warm, welcoming environment for patients and providers alike. With a strong emphasis on innovation, research, and collaboration, we’re committed to helping you thrive both personally and professionally.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join us in delivering compassionate, cutting-edge care to our community. Let’s build the practice of your dreams together.

For Additional Information Please Contact

  • Liz Huesman, Senior Physician Recruiter
  • 701-261-6824
  • Elizabeth.Huesman@EssentiaHealth.org

FTE

1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Shift Rotation

Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

8

Shift End Time

5

Weekends

consultative call

Holidays

Yes

Call Obligation

Yes

Union

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range

$1.00 - $1,000,000.00

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs.

We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.

To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary.

For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

Key Responsibilities

The Radiation Oncologist will provide compassionate, patient-centered care by treating 20-30 patients per day in a clinical setting. They will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicists and therapists, to deliver advanced radiation treatments.

Requirements

Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Radiation Oncology. The role requires a compassionate physician eager to contribute to a thriving, patient-focused practice.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Patient careClinical practiceMultidisciplinary collaboration

Oncology — Physician Career Context

Essentia Health holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 145 active listings.

Of the 32 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 59% have no call, 34% require no weekends.

Physician by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$641kPhysician median $484k (middle half $413k–$570k)143 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$720k in purchasing powerNorth Dakota index 89.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physician listings in North Dakota138 active22,593 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 3% remote · 59% no call · 34% no weekends32 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusNorth Dakota Physician listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus · 1% offer loan repayment138 active listings, Oct 2026
Physician pay trend+1.3% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Essentia Healthsilver tier, 72/100Top Employers work-life index145 active listings
Implied production pay~$250k$50/wRVU × 5,000 wRVUsCMS CPT frequencies; WeekdayDoc listing median $/wRVU
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), CMS Physician Fee Schedule; as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Oncologist Jobs

9 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

9 jobs
1
$270k
3
$405k-540k
4
$540k-675k
1
$800k

Annual compensation range

#1

Hematology/Oncology Physician

Quincy Medical Group · Quincy, Illinois

$600k-$800k
#2

Urologic Oncologist - Olympia

MultiCare Health System · Tacoma, Washington

$560k-$625k
#3

Physician - Hematology/Oncology

$275k-$572k
#4

Radiation Oncologist | Step Into Clinical Independence: $550K Guaranteed | True Autonomy & Make the Practice Yours

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+ 7 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

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

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 651 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About Essentia Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Duluth, MN
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) with employer contributions
Training and tuition reimbursement
Flexible scheduling
Generous time off
Wellness resources

Living in Fargo

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$293k≈ 0.5× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,094/mo≈ 2% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
16 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
90.9
State income tax
Up to 2.9%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Fargo, ND-MN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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