Physician - Radiation Oncologist

About the role

Join a Premier Cancer Program in Northern New Mexico at CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Medical Center. This is an exceptional opportunity to practice high-quality, patient-centered oncology in a collaborative environment while serving a diverse population across Northern New Mexico.

Opportunity Highlights

• Full-time employed position with flexibility for a 4-day work week
• Join an established practice with two radiation oncologists and a strong regional referral network
• Multidisciplinary cancer center with integrated supportive care services
• Active clinical research program with opportunities to participate in cooperative group, investigator-initiated, industry-sponsored, and early-phase clinical trials, including Phase I radiation oncology studies
• Collegial physician culture with strong administrative support
• Shared call responsibilities and excellent work-life balance
• Opportunity to help expand advanced radiation oncology services including SRS, SGRT, CNS radiosurgery, and brachytherapy

Advanced Technology and Clinical Capabilities

• Two Varian TrueBeam linear accelerators
• HyperSight high-resolution imaging
• Varian Bravos HDR brachytherapy system
• Advanced image guidance with fiducial tracking capabilities
• Respiratory motion management and gated treatment delivery
• Triggered imaging for real-time treatment verification
• Onsite CT, PET, and MRI imaging
• Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy (IMRT)
• Image Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT)
• Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT / RapidArc)
• Dynamic Arc Therapy
• Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy (SBRT)
• High Dose Rate (HDR) Brachytherapy
• Established vaginal cuff brachytherapy program
• Established skin brachytherapy program
• Coming Soon: HyperArc cranial radiosurgery platform, Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS), Varian IDENTIFY Surface Guided Radiation Therapy (SGRT)
• Planning and Software: Eclipse Treatment Planning System, Cloud-based Eclipse platform, Radformation suite including ClearCheck, Auto-contouring and advanced planning tools, BrachyVision HDR planning system, ARIA Oncology Information System, Epic Electronic Medical Record

Department Resources

• 2 Medical Physicists
• 1 Medical Physics Assistant
• 3 Dedicated Dosimetrists
• Experienced radiation therapy staff

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Residency stipend available for qualifying candidates
• Student loan repayment and forgiveness opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Malpractice coverage
• CME allowance

Qualifications

• MD or DO from an accredited medical school
• Completion of an accredited Radiation Oncology residency program
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Radiation Oncology
• Eligible for unrestricted New Mexico medical licensure
• Interest in SBRT, SRS, CNS radiosurgery, brachytherapy, and advanced image-guided radiation therapy preferred

About CHRISTUS St. Vincent

For more than 160 years, CHRISTUS St. Vincent has served as Northern New Mexico's trusted healthcare leader. As a not-for-profit regional referral center, the organization is recognized for excellence in cancer care, cardiovascular medicine, neurosciences, surgical specialties, and primary care. Physicians enjoy a collaborative culture, strong leadership support, and a commitment to innovation, research, and clinical excellence.

Why Santa Fe?

• Consistently ranks among the most desirable places to live and work in the United States
• Offers an exceptional quality of life
• More than 300 days of sunshine annually
• World-renowned arts, culture, architecture, and cuisine
• Affordable hiking, mountain biking, skiing, fly fishing, golf, and outdoor recreation
• Excellent public and private schools
• Family-friendly communities and a welcoming physician community
• Rich history and cultural diversity
• Easy access to Albuquerque International Airport, Taos, and the Rocky Mountains
• Exceptional work-life balance in one of the Southwest's premier destinations