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Hiring Range: $320,000 - $360,000
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Location: Worcester, MA
Facility: UMass Memorial Health – UMass Memorial Medical Center
Department: Department of Medicine
Specialty : Hematology Oncology –GI Oncology
Schedule: Full-time
UMass Memorial Health, the premier health and wellness partner for the people of Central Massachusetts and the largest healthcare system in the region, is seeking a passionate and skilled GI Oncologist to join our Division of Hematology/Oncology within the UMass Memorial Medical Group. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine academic practice with high-quality community-based cancer care across a network of well-established practices.
About the Role:
Join a vibrant and growing Division of Hematology/Oncology, which includes:
28 Board-Certified Physicians and 31 Advanced Practice Providers
An integrated, multidisciplinary Cancer Center of Excellence focused on clinical care and innovation
Access to state-of-the-art clinical and research facilities
Affiliation with the UMass Chan Medical School, a nationally ranked academic institution
This role offers a dynamic mix of clinical care, teaching, research, and leadership opportunities with a clinical focus on gastrointestinal malignancies.
Key Highlights:
Primary clinical focus: Gastrointestinal cancers across inpatient and outpatient settings
Protected administrative time
Electronic Medical Record: Epic
Practice sites may include Worcester and either Leominster or Marlborough
Participation in multidisciplinary tumor boards, fellowship curriculum, and conferences
Academic appointment at UMass Chan Medical School, commensurate with experience
Opportunities for involvement in teaching, clinical research, quality improvement, community outreach, and leadership
Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package
What We’re Looking For:
Board-certified or board-eligible in Hematology/Oncology
MD or DO degree and eligibility for Massachusetts medical licensure
A strong commitment to patient-centered clinical care
Interest in academic medicine, including teaching and clinical research
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment
Our Benefits:
Academic appointment at UMass Chan Medical School (rank based on experience)
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
Employer-funded retirement contributions of 8% of base salary with additional retirement plan options
Tuition reimbursement, student loan forgiveness support, and PSLF‑eligible employment
Concierge services for relocation to include special mortgage promotions
Professional liability insurance coverage of $5 million per claim and $10 million aggregate
Organization-wide commitment to formal Clinician Wellness Program
Why Central Massachusetts?
Worcester, the second largest city in New England, offers a vibrant, culturally rich, and welcoming community. Residents enjoy an abundance of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, skiing, and snowboarding, as well as easy access to the lakes and mountains of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. With a dynamic arts scene, diverse culinary options, and proximity to Boston and Cape Cod (less than an hour away), Worcester is an ideal place to live and work.
Join Us:
If you're a dedicated oncologist looking to make a meaningful impact through patient care, academic medicine, and community engagement, we invite you to apply and become part of our growing team.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae to:
David Cachia, MD
Clinical Chief, Division of Hematology/Oncology
Chair, Hematology/Oncology Executive Council
Professor of Medicine, UMass Chan Medical School
c/o Jessica Merlo, Provider Recruiter
[email protected]
To learn more about the Division of Hematology/Oncology, please visit: https://www.umassmed.edu/hema_oncology/
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
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