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Spokane, Washington

Breast Surgical Oncologist - Fellowship Trained

OncologyNo weekendsFull-Time

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Job Description

  • Join a Legacy of Care – Delivering over 50 years of Healing and Hope
  • For over five decades Cancer Care Northwest has been the Inland Northwest's premier cancer center, providing an integrated approach to the diagnosis, treatment and healing of cancer and blood-related diseases.
  • Fellowship Trained Breast Surgical Oncologist – Comprehensive Oncology Practice

A premier, full-spectrum private oncology group in the stunning Pacific Northwest is seeking a skilled Fellowship Trained Breast Surgical Oncologist to join their well-established multispecialty practice.

This opportunity provides the prospect of becoming a partner while working alongside a collaborative team of over thirty healthcare providers, including medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists, as well as specialized advanced practice professionals.

The position includes a dedicated Registered Nurse, nursing support staff, scheduler and medical scribe for high volume providers, if desired.

This unique opportunity is in Spokane, Washington, a region known for its affordability, excellent schools, light traffic, and a wide range of recreational activities for individuals and families, at every stage of life.

Be a part of a thriving practice, contribute to exceptional patient care, and take the next step towards your long-term success.

What Sets Cancer Care Northwest Apart?

With more than 50 years of delivering exceptional cancer care, Cancer Care Northwest is the largest and longest-established oncology practice in the Inland Northwest. Recognized for its commitment to advanced treatment options, clinical excellence, and compassionate, patient-centered care, Cancer Care Northwest has established itself as a trusted regional leader in oncology, providing comprehensive expertise and support to patients throughout their cancer journey.

Largest Market Share in the Inland Northwest

Unique opportunity to join a physician-owned private practice, with the potential for partnership after two years of dedicated employment.

Greater flexibility and autonomy compared with larger, non-private practice groups, allowing for more individualized scheduling and practice management.

A supportive practice structure that promotes work-life balance, with a predictable schedule and dedicated time for administrative responsibilities

The Opportunity

  • Guaranteed base salary with readily achievable productivity-based incentives
  • Sign-on bonus/relocation package available
  • Competitive yearly vacation allowance
  • Daily multidisciplinary community tumor boards

Strong Clinical Trial Research Opportunities

A balanced 5-day workweek structure with 4 clinical days and 1 dedicated administrative day, incorporating office visits, surgery, and nonclinical responsibilities.

Collaborate with breast-specific medical oncologists to coordinate multidisciplinary care and optimize treatment planning and outcomes for patients.

Access to two major hospital systems encompassing four hospitals within a 9-mile radius, expanding operating room opportunities while minimizing travel between facilities.

In-house scheduling and dedicated nursing support to streamline care coordination, facilitate patient navigation, and ensure a positive patient experience throughout the continuum of care.

Cancer Care Northwest (CCNW) has a well-established clinical research program, offering patients access to innovative cancer treatments since 1997.

Our robust breast cancer research portfolio includes clinical trials spanning early-stage through metastatic disease, with studies investigating novel targeted therapies, immunotherapies, antibody-drug conjugates, and endocrine treatments.

Our research encompasses neoadjuvant, adjuvant, and metastatic treatment settings, creating opportunities for breast surgeons to collaborate with medical and radiation oncologists in advancing cancer care.

Supported by an experienced, dedicated clinical research team, CCNW offers physicians the opportunity to participate in cutting-edge research while bringing promising new treatment options to patients throughout the Inland Northwest.

Two medical schools and local residency programs provide opportunities for medical education, clinical teaching, and mentorship of medical students and residents.

The Spokane Community

  • Spokane and the surrounding area have an abundance of activities for every stage of life.
  • Wealth of outdoor recreation – hiking, boating, fishing, skiing, cabin getaways, beautiful mountains, and lakes to explore and close proximity to ocean beaches
  • Convenient international airport located in Spokane
  • Local collegiate and minor-league sports
  • Wide range of sporting opportunities for children throughout the community
  • Highly rated public and private schools for the growing family
  • The Spokane Symphony featuring a 70-piece professional orchestra
  • Art District along with performing art venues
  • Comedy Club with local & professional touring comedians
  • Local wineries & craft breweries and upscale dining
  • Benefit information and eligibility can be found at cancercarenorthwest.com
  • Salary DOE $350,000 - $550,000 plus production bonus eligibility beyond base salary
  • Licensure required in WA/ID prior to employment

Contact Information

Loralee Laramie – Loralee.laramie@ccnw.net

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Key Responsibilities

The Breast Surgical Oncologist will provide comprehensive surgical care and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize treatment outcomes. Responsibilities include performing surgeries, conducting office visits, and participating in clinical research and tumor boards.

Requirements

Candidates must be fellowship-trained in breast surgical oncology and hold a valid medical license in Washington and Idaho. The role requires a commitment to patient-centered care and the ability to work within a collaborative, physician-owned practice environment.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Oncology — Physician Career Context

For production-based offers, this specialty runs a typical 5,000 wRVUs per year (derived from CMS CPT-frequency data), and WeekdayDoc listings compensate a median of about $50 per wRVU — implying roughly $250k in production-based pay. For reference, the 2026 CMS Medicare conversion factor is $33.40 per RVU.

Oncology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.1 / 10 · above average in oncologyranked against 653 Oncology listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedOncology median $490k (middle half $424k–$575k)143 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingWashington index 107.0US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Oncology listings in Washington14 active662 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repayment$350k sign-onWashington Physician listings: 29% state a sign-on bonus (median $40k) · 17% offer loan repayment523 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 listings431 in the last 30 days385 the 30 days before (+12%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Implied production pay~$250k$50/wRVU × 5,000 wRVUsCMS CPT frequencies; WeekdayDoc listing median $/wRVU
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (653 Oncology listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), CMS Physician Fee Schedule, WeekdayDoc Hiring Index; as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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9 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

9 jobs · 7 employers
5
<$575k
2
$575k-650k
1
$652k
0
$725k-800k
1
$800k

Annual compensation range

#1

Hematology/Oncology Physician

Quincy Medical Group · Quincy, Illinois

$600k-$800k
#2

Physician Radiation Oncology

MultiCare Health System · Olympia, Washington

$561k-$652k
#3

Urologic Oncologist - Olympia

$560k-$625k
#4

Physician-Gynecology Oncology

$506k-$598k
+ 7 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.4this job 5.1
Better work-life than 70% of Oncology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 653 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About Cancer Care Northwest

Medical Practices
Spokane Valley, WA
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Guaranteed base salary
Productivity-based incentives
Sign-on bonus/relocation package available
Competitive yearly vacation allowance
Dedicated Registered Nurse
Nursing support staff
Scheduler
Medical scribe (if desired)

Living in Spokane

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$394k
Typical market rent
$1,483/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.3
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Spokane-Spokane Valley, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.