Oncology Physician - Surgical
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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
Key Skills
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 652 active Oncology listings on WeekdayDoc.
Oncology — Physician Career Context
In Texas, the Physician weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$330k (360 salary observations; 3,322 listings), vs ~$308k nationally (10,064 salary observations; 64,568 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-11-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 8.1 / 10 · top 5% in oncology | ranked against 652 Oncology listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physician median $484k (middle half $424k–$575k)139 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Texas vs national | $330k median in Texas | $308k nationally (+7%)360 state / 10,064 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Texas index 97.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Oncology listings in Texas | 18 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All physician listings in Texas | 1,568 active | 22,554 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas physician listings (all specialties): 20% state a sign-on bonus (median $75k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Oncology hiring demand | #21 of 28 specialties | postings stay open a median 38 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 209 postings, 157 closed |
| New Oncology listings | 424 in the last 30 days | 318 the 30 days before (+33%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physician pay trend (all specialties) | −2.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Implied production pay | ~$250k | $50/wRVU × 5,000 wRVUsCMS CPT frequencies; WeekdayDoc listing median $/wRVU |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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