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El Paso, Texas

Oncology Physician - Surgical

Oncology 8.1 Work-LifeFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not disclosed

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
Includes call
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Why Join Us

Tenet Healthcare is bringing exceptional surgical oncology care to one of
Texas's most dynamic and rapidly growing regions — and we're looking for a
talented Surgical Oncologist to lead the way. You'll be joining The Hospitals of
Providence Memorial Campus, a 500-bed cornerstone facility that houses a
dedicated Cancer Program complete with an inpatient unit, outpatient infusion
services, and a one-call patient navigator system built to deliver seamless,
coordinated care. This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact role
where community need is significant and your clinical contributions will be felt
immediately. With strong institutional infrastructure, a collegial team
environment, and the full backing of a nationally recognized health system,
you'll have everything you need to build a thriving surgical oncology practice.

Position Highlights

* Specialty: Surgical Oncology
* Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
* Clinical days: 2–3 clinic days per week averaging 15 patients per day
* Surgical days: 2–3 OR days per week with approximately 5–7 cases; volume may
increase based on candidate capacity and community demand
* Call: Optional General Surgery call available at 3–4 days per month
* Practice setting: The Hospitals of Providence Memorial Campus — a 500-bed
facility with a dedicated inpatient oncology unit and outpatient infusion
center
* Support systems: One-call patient navigator system to streamline care
coordination
* Significant unmet community need with strong growth potential for the right
candidate

What We Offer

* Salary guarantee plus wRVU-based incentive compensation
* CME allowance
* Malpractice insurance provided
* Health, dental, and life insurance
* 401(k) with employer matching
* Deferred compensation program
* Relocation assistance

Candidate Requirements
* MD or DO degree
* Board eligible or board certified in Surgical Oncology
* Active Texas medical license or eligibility to obtain one

Why El Paso

El Paso is a vibrant, sun-drenched city that consistently earns recognition as
one of the safest large cities in the United States — offering physicians and
their families an exceptional quality of life at a cost of living well below
most major metros. With more than 300 days of sunshine per year and no state
income tax, your dollar goes further and your weekends stay bright. The city is
rich with outdoor adventure, from the Franklin Mountains State Park to the
scenic trails of the Chihuahuan Desert, while a thriving arts scene, acclaimed
local cuisine, and year-round cultural festivals keep life engaging beyond the
hospital. El Paso is home to Division I universities and strong private
colleges, making it an ideal community for families prioritizing excellent
educational options. Situated at the crossroads of Texas, New Mexico, and
Mexico, El Paso offers a uniquely multicultural character and a warm, welcoming
community you'll be proud to call home.

Key Responsibilities

Lead a surgical oncology practice by managing 2-3 clinic days and 2-3 OR days per week. Provide coordinated cancer care within a 500-bed facility utilizing a dedicated inpatient unit and outpatient infusion services.

Requirements

Must hold an MD or DO degree and be board eligible or certified in Surgical Oncology. An active Texas medical license or the eligibility to obtain one is required.

Qualifications

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

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Clinical CarePatient CoordinationSurgical ProceduresOncology Practice ManagementPatient Navigation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Oncology Physician - Surgical at Tenet Healthcare a 8.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Oncology — ranked against 545 active Oncology listings on WeekdayDoc.

Oncology — Physician Career Context

Of the 37 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 14% are remote, 41% have no call, 43% require no weekends.

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 11.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

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.

Location & Logistics

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

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Salary Distribution11 jobs · 9 employers

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$591k
1
$625k
2
$645k-680k
1
$700k

Annual compensation range

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$625k–$700k
#2

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Carle Health · Mattoon, Illinois

$650k–$675k
#3

Medical Director Oncology Clinical Research Hematology & Oncology Physician

starting at $500,000+
#4

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$560k-$625k
+ 9 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

8.1/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 5% in Oncology

A signal to investigate—not a guarantee about the workplace.

  • On-site
  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in El Paso

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$231k
Typical market rent
$1,519/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
89.9
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · El Paso, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Tenet Healthcare

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Dallas, Texas
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Salary guarantee plus wRVU-based incentive compensation
CME allowance
Malpractice insurance provided
Health, dental, and life insurance
401(k) with employer matching
Deferred compensation program
Relocation assistance