Physician: Radiation Oncologist - Lake Forest, IL

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician: Radiation Oncologist - Lake Forest, IL at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare a 2.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Oncology physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Oncology position at Northwestern Memorial Healthcare is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Oncology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $380k, with the typical range spanning $290k to $520k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare lists compensation for this physician position at $450k to $600k annually.

This is approximately 38% above the national median for Oncology professionals, which is around $380k.

This position is based in Lake Forest, Illinois.

Key skills and qualifications: Radiation Oncology, Patient Care, Diagnosis, Treatment Planning, Patient Consultations, Collaboration, Quality Improvement, Patient Safety. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Oncology role.

Core responsibilities: The selected candidate will provide excellent radiation oncology care, including diagnosis, patient consultations, treatment planning, and follow-up management. They will collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Professional Development Resources, Continuing Medical Education Allowance, Paid Time Off, Well-being Fund, 401k, Paid Parental Leave. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.