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Palm Springs, California

Surgical Oncology Physician

Oncology Top 25% in OncologyNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$407k-$572k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
No weekends
Posted 48m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Why Join Us

Join the Comprehensive Cancer Center at Desert Regional Medical Center in

beautiful Palm Springs, California, and become part of a growing surgical

oncology program with strong multidisciplinary cancer care support. This

employed opportunity offers the ability to build a thriving practice, work

alongside experienced oncology specialists, and enjoy an exceptional quality of

life in one of Southern California’s most desirable destinations.

Position Highlights

  • Employed Surgical Oncologist position with the Comprehensive Cancer Center at
  • Growth opportunity within an established cancer program and expanding market
  • Practice located on the hospital campus for convenient access to surgical and
  • Monday through Friday schedule, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
  • Balanced 50/50 split between outpatient clinic and procedural/operative
  • Dedicated focus on surgical oncology patients within a multidisciplinary
  • Approximately 10 new referrals per week with significant growth potential
  • Call responsibilities limited to management of your own patients
  • Collaborative multidisciplinary support team available to providers
  • Hospital privileges at Desert Regional Medical Center
  • Opportunity to mentor and interact with general surgery residents who may
  • Residents and fellows encouraged to apply
  • Ideal start date approximately 90 days following signed agreement

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation ranging from $406,600 to $572,400, based on
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Paid time off and CME support
  • Malpractice insurance provided with tail coverage
  • Health, dental, life, plus additional insurance options
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Deferred compensation program
  • Relocation assistance

Candidate Requirements

  • MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
  • Board Certified in General Surgery or Surgical Oncology, or Board Eligible if
  • Fellowship training in Surgical Oncology required
  • Eligible for California medical licensure
  • Strong commitment to multidisciplinary cancer care
  • Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
  • New graduates, residents, and fellows welcome to apply

Why Palm Springs

Palm Springs offers over 300 days of sunshine annually, world-class golf, luxury

resorts, renowned dining, and endless outdoor recreation. Nestled against the

scenic San Jacinto Mountains, the region provides a relaxed desert lifestyle

while remaining conveniently accessible to Los Angeles, Orange County, and San

Diego. Residents enjoy a lower cost of living than many coastal California

markets, making Palm Springs an exceptional place to build both a career and a

lifestyle.

  • Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and
  • Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert
  • Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and
  • Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced

care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1

Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the

Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join

our team!

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and have completed fellowship training in Surgical Oncology. Board certification or eligibility in General Surgery or Surgical Oncology and eligibility for California medical licensure are required.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Clinical practiceOperative proceduresPatient managementMentorshipSurgical resources management

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Surgical Oncology Physician at Tenet Healthcare a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Oncology — ranked against 533 active Oncology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Oncology — Physician Career Context

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$490k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $442k 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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Top 25% in Oncology

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  • No weekends
  • On-site
  • Includes call
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Benefits & Perks

Competitive Compensation
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Paid Time Off
CME Support
Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance