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Rockford, Illinois

Hematologist/Medical Oncologist - Rockford, IL

OncologyIncludes callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$600K–$673K

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Job Description

OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center is Seeking a Hematologist/Medical Oncologist in Rockford, Illinois! Close proximinty to Chicago!

Job Specifics

Well respected, robust oncology/radiation oncology clinic seeking Oncologist for regional growth and outreach.

Satellite clinics within 60 miles of the Center for Cancer Care.

Join five hematology/oncology physicians, three APPs, two radiation oncologists and additional surgical and trauma providers in this Center for Cancer Care attached to OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, a Level 1 Trauma Center in Rockford, Illinois.

Onsite services include: National Cancer Institute and pharma clinical trials, high risk genetics, navigation, and oral adherence management. Radiation therapies that include stereotactic radiosurgery, IMRT, VMAT,, high dose rate brachytherapy and radiopharmaceuticals. Medical and Hematologic therapies include but are not limited to chemo and immunotherapy, antibiotics and hydration, blood cell transfusions and pain management.

  • Call is shared equally with a great work-life balance!
  • H1-B and J-1 candidates welcome to apply!
  • Patricia D. Pepe Center for Cancer Care at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center

The Patricia D. Pepe Center for Cancer Care at OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center has been the regional leader in cancer care for more than 30 years. The center houses almost all outpatient cancer services in one facility, so cancer patients and their loved ones do not have to endure the emotional and physical stress of making multiple office visits to several locations.

The Center for Cancer Care is QOPI-certified, which is the Quality Oncology Practice Initiative certification from the American Society of Clinical Oncologists. It recognizes medical oncology and hematology oncology practices that are committed to delivering the highest level of cancer care.

The Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons has accredited, with commendation, the OSF Saint Anthony Center for Cancer Care.

In 2019, the Center for Cancer Care became the 1st center in the region to become American College of Radiology (ACR) Certified in Radiation Oncology

OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center is a Women’s Choice Award® recipient for both 2014 and 2015 as an America’s Best Hospital for Cancer Care, a distinction that recognizes the dedication of OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center to providing exceptional patient care and cancer treatment care for women and their families.

  • The Benefits
  • OSF HealthCare offers a comprehensive Compensation and Total Rewards Package which includes:
  • Generous paid time off from Day One!
  • Vacation and holiday time off to get away and recharge
  • Well-being time for self-care, mission trips, or whatever makes you happy!
  • Sick leave for you or to care for an ill-family member
  • CME time and dollars
  • Signing bonus
  • Concierge relocation services
  • Health, life, dental, and retirement plans
  • Paid occurrence based malpractice
  • Residency/Training Stipend
  • Student Loan repayment and counseling

Career Development Through Our Physician Leadership Academy

Full time, clinical base salary pay range for this position: $600,000-$673,000.

Range shown should be used as an estimate and can be impacted by many factors including but not limited to the critical need of the position, overall experience and qualifications, community need, and other considerations. Additional compensation components may be applicable such as bonuses or incentives which may or may not be based on metric achievement.

The Community

Rockford, the state’s largest metropolitan region outside of Chicago, sits proudly at the top of Illinois, just 60 minutes from the Chicago area. The region blends big-city opportunity with small-town affordability and an exceptional quality of life.

Known as The Forest City for its tree-lined neighborhoods, Rockford features scenic riverfront trails, world-class gardens, vibrant parks, and metro-quality museums.

Recently ranked the hottest housing market in the U.S. by Realtor.com and The Wall Street Journal, Rockford offers a cost of living nearly 25% below the national average, giving residents more space, more experiences, and greater opportunity to thrive.

Home to the legendary Rockford Peaches and iconic Cheap Trick, the city embodies a creative, community-driven spirit highlighted by live music, markets, award-winning cuisine, and the arts. Signature events such as Stroll on State, Rockford’s downtown holiday celebration, bring the community together alongside year-round festivals and performances.

The Chicago Rockford International Airport, one of the nation’s fastest-growing cargo hubs and Illinois’ Passenger Airport of the Year, provides residents and businesses with global access right in their backyard. With short, stress-free commutes, typically 15 minutes or less, Rockford makes it easy to get anywhere quickly. Here, your time, money, and opportunities go further.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Doctorate Licenses/Certifications: Physician Licensed to practice medicine in current state. Board certified or board eligible in the appropriate specialty(ies). Obtain and maintain medical staff membership and appropriate privileges.

Must be eligible as a provider for Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal health programs. Physician shall meet all qualifications to participate in OSF's programs for professional malpractice and other liability coverage.

Licensed by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration and the State of Illinois to prescribe narcotics, if applicable. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care aligned to the preferences, goals, and needs of the patients served

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive hematology and medical oncology services, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and pain management, within a multidisciplinary team. Participate in regional growth and outreach efforts, including satellite clinic coverage and clinical trial management.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Medical staff leadership

Oncology — Physician Career Context

Of the 35 active Oncology listings this role was benchmarked against, 14% are remote, 51% have no call, 40% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$637k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $637k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Salary Distribution11 jobs · 10 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks10 jobs

401k / retirement match
90% this job
CME allowance
60% this job
Sign-on bonus
30% this job
Relocation assistance
30% this job
Loan repayment
20% this job

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 3.9
Better work-life than 60% of Oncology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 563 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site
  • Includes call

Living in Rockford

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$193k≈ 0.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,195/mo≈ 2% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.2
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Rockford, IL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

Generous paid time off from Day One
Vacation and holiday time off
Well-being time
Sick leave
CME time and dollars
Signing bonus
Concierge relocation services
Health, life, dental, and retirement plans