Oncology - Radiation Physician

Radiation Oncologist needed for a full-time outpatient locum tenens physician job in Rockford, Illinois, starting August 3, 2026. This opportunity offers the chance to provide continuity of care for patients receiving radiation therapy while collaborating with medical physicists, dosimetry professionals, medical oncologists, surgeons, and other members of a multidisciplinary oncology care team. The initial assignment runs through November 2, 2026, with potential for extension.

Located in northern Illinois, Rockford offers a welcoming community with access to parks, recreational trails, cultural attractions, and convenient connections to the greater Chicago region. Apply now to explore this Illinois radiation oncology opportunity.

• Specialty: Radiation Oncology
• Job Type: Locum tenens physician
• Healthcare Setting: Outpatient radiation oncology clinic
• Location: Rockford, Illinois
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
• Coverage: Full-time weekday coverage; consecutive coverage blocks may be considered
• Call: Some night call and occasional weekend coverage
• Rounding: None
• Procedures: No procedures required
• Initial Assignment: 13 weeks, August 3, 2026-November 2, 2026, with potential to extend
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $11,550-$12,370

• Doctor of Medicine degree and current physician licensure applicable to practice in Illinois
• At least 1 year of experience practicing radiation oncology
• Ability to evaluate and manage patients receiving radiation therapy in an outpatient oncology setting
• Experience reviewing medical histories, imaging, and pathology for new patient consultations
• Ability to collaborate effectively with medical physicists, dosimetry teams, medical oncology, surgery, and clinical support staff
• Availability for the required weekday schedule, night call, and occasional weekend coverage

• Evaluate and manage patients undergoing radiation therapy in an outpatient clinic
• Conduct new patient consultations and review relevant medical history, imaging, and pathology
• Develop and oversee radiation treatment plans in collaboration with medical physicists and dosimetry professionals
• Provide follow-up care and survivorship planning for patients after treatment
• Coordinate patient care with medical oncology, surgery, and other members of the multidisciplinary oncology team
• Provide scheduled weekday coverage and participate in assigned night call and occasional weekend responsibilities

Apply now for this Radiation Oncologist locum tenens opportunity in Rockford, Illinois, and join a collaborative outpatient oncology care team.

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