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Denver, Colorado

Hematology and Oncology Physician (Intermittent/PRN)

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Listed compensation

$282k-$411k

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Job Description

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Hematology and Oncology Physician (Intermittent/PRN) to join our team!

We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department: Hematology/Oncology Physicians

Job Summary

Physicians in the Division of Hematology-Oncology diagnose illnesses related to the blood as well as malignant neoplastic processes, prescribe and administer treatment for people suffering from injury and/or disease, with expertise in chemotherapy and oncolytic treatments.

Physicians examine patients, obtain medical histories, and order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests. Physicians performs procedures related to the specialty such as bone marrow biopsies and intrathecal chemotherapy administration. Documents all services in patient medical record. Serves as faculty members of the University of Colorado, School of Medicine.

Essential Functions

Collect medical histories of patients. (10%)

Perform diagnostic procedures using MRIs, x-rays, and biopsies to determine the existence and extent of cancerous tumors. (40%)

Create a treatment plan, typically comprised of radiation, chemotherapy, and/or surgery to combat cancers. (20%)

  • Perform physical evaluations and administrative tasks, like maintaining medical records. (10%)
  • Coordinate with other medical professionals to offer the best care possible for the patient. (10%)
  • Perform bone marrow transplants. (5%)

Provide supportive care to patients, including prescribing drugs to fight pain, inflammation, nausea, and fatigue. (5%)

Education

Doctorate Degree Graduate of an accredited medical school. Required

Work Experience

Licenses

  • BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required
  • MD-Physician - State Medical Board Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures and techniques.
  • Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, notably chemotherapeutic and oncolytic agents.
  • Perform bone marrow aspirations and biopsies.
  • Administer intrathecal chemotherapy.
  • Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care.
  • Able to receive detailed information through oral communications; express or exchange ideas by verbal communications.
  • Excellent written and verbal communications, listening, and social skills.
  • Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, skill levels and value systems.
  • Performs in a tactful and professional manner.
  • A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
  • Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
  • Computer skills required.
  • Computer skills preferred.

Shift: Work Type

PRN/Intermittent

Salary

$282,000.00 - $410,600.00 / yr (Pay range listed is for 1.0 full-time equivalent (FTE). See Work Type for actual FTE)

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with exceptional retirement contributions, and nationally recognized well-being programs.

We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions.

When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

  • Here is a small list of our benefit programs:
  • Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%
  • On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
  • Community resource navigation support
  • Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
  • Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.

Key Responsibilities

The physician will diagnose and treat blood-related illnesses and malignant processes, including the administration of chemotherapy and bone marrow transplants. They are also responsible for performing diagnostic procedures, maintaining patient records, and coordinating care with other medical professionals.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a doctorate degree from an accredited medical school and possess a valid state medical license. Proficiency in professional medical principles, pharmacological agents, and specific oncology procedures is required.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Diagnostic testingPatient medical recordsMedical history collectionMedical staff managementCommunication skills

Oncology — Physician Career Context

Of the 35 active Oncology listings this role was benchmarked against, 14% are remote, 60% have no call, 26% require no weekends.

Oncology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 18.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$346k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $336k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.4this job 2.8
Better work-life than 50% of Oncology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 619 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Denver

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$560k≈ 2.0× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,881/mo≈ 8% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
25 min
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Denver Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Denver, CO
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%
On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
Community resource navigation support
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks
Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching
Tuition assistance
Loan forgiveness eligibility