Medical Oncologist Opportunity – Wellstar Columbia County Hospital
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Job Description
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
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Wellstar Health System is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Medical Oncologist to join our growing oncology team at Wellstar Columbia County Hospital, scheduled to open in Fall 2026 in Grovetown, Georgia—just outside of Augusta.
This is a unique opportunity to play a foundational role in delivering high-quality cancer care in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility—backed by the strength, resources, and reputation of Wellstar, one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems.
Position Highlights
- Provide comprehensive outpatient and inpatient oncology services in a collaborative, patient-centered model.
- Participate in the development of cancer care services for the Columbia County region.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of specialists including radiation oncologists, surgical oncologists, and APPs.
- Opportunity for clinical trials, program development, and academic engagement.
- Full-time, employed position with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
Qualifications
- MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
- Board Certified/Board Eligible in Medical Oncology and Hematology.
- Eligible for medical licensure in the state of Georgia.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Why Wellstar Columbia County?
- Brand new, 100-bed hospital designed for innovation and patient comfort.
- Conveniently located in one of the Southeast’s fastest-growing communities.
- Access to advanced technologies, robust support services, and a strong referral base.
Part of a nationally recognized health system known for its commitment to clinical excellence, safety, and innovation.
About Wellstar Health System
Wellstar is a not-for-profit health system with over 24,000 team members, 300+ medical office locations, 11 hospitals, and numerous specialty services across Georgia. We’re committed to transforming healthcare and making a meaningful difference in the lives of the people and communities we serve.
Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive inpatient and outpatient oncology services while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of specialists. Participate in program development, clinical trials, and academic engagement to support the new hospital's cancer care services.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
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Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Medical Oncologist Opportunity – Wellstar Columbia County Hospital at Wellstar Health System a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Oncology — ranked against 601 active Oncology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Oncology — Physician Career Context
Of the 35 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 14% are remote, 54% have no call, 26% require no weekends.
Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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