Physician, Oncology (Lakeport, CA)
Listed compensation
$432K - $703K
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Job Description
Opportunity Information
Sutter Lakeside is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Outpatient Oncology Physician to join our patient centered cancer care team. This role is ideal for a physician who is committed to delivering high quality care, supporting patients through diagnosis and treatment, and collaborating closely with a multidisciplinary team.
Core Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations for new oncology patients
- Assess patient history, labs, imaging, and pathology to formulate accurate diagnoses
- Develop and manage individualized treatment plans based on evidence‑based care
- Enter and manage Beacon infusion orders, including updates and modifications
- Provide ongoing monitoring through scheduled follow‑up visits
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure seamless care delivery
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record
Qualifications
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Oncology or Hematology/Oncology
- Active California medical license (or ability to obtain)
- Join Us and Enjoy
- Guaranteed Salary
- Relocation stipend
- Benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision
- Robust retirement program
- A positive work-life balance and Northern California's natural beauty and lifestyle
Organization Details
Sutter Lakeside Hospital is nestled in the beautiful mountain ranges of Lake County and is a 25-bed critical access hospital. The critical access designation by the federal government ensures access to healthcare services for residents of rural communities.
Sutter Lakeside is the only trauma center and certified stroke center in Lake County and is accredited by The Joint Commission. Our clinicians are dedicated to providing the highest quality and most complete health care possible to the people in the communities we serve.
Community Information
The City of Lakeport in beautiful Lake County is located in the heart of Northern California’s wine country just north of the San Francisco Bay Area. Lakeport is located along the west shore of Clear Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake in California.
Clear Lake is 68 square miles, offering premier boating and fishing experience. There is no shortage of other fun activities: hiking, biking, antiquing, off-roading, camping, bird watching, excellent restaurants, breweries, and wine tasting are some of the local activities.
With over 30 wineries and 9,000+ acres of vineyards Lake County is one of the fastest-growing winemaking regions in America.
Equal Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of Sutter Health and its partners to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of basis of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state or federal law, ordinance or regulation.
We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within each medical group, company, hospital, department, and service area. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of Sutter's employment policies and practices.
Key Responsibilities
The physician will conduct comprehensive evaluations for new oncology patients and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans. Responsibilities include managing infusion orders and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless care delivery.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- 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, 60% have no call, 23% require no weekends.
Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 18.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$568k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $513k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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