Hematologist / Medical Oncologist
| Company/Institution: |
OSF HealthCare Cancer Institute |
| Location: |
Peoria, IL, USA |
| Degree Requirements: |
MD, DO, Board Certified |
Salary: |
$300,000 or above |
| Job Type: |
Patient Care, Research |
Posted: |
October 27, 2026 |
| Job Setting: |
Hospital/Clinical Facility, Non-Profit Research Institute |
Application Period: |
October 27-November 30, 2026 |
Join a rapidly growing oncology program led by Dr. Robert McWilliams, Deputy Director of the OSF Cancer Institute, who is driving the expansion of cutting-edge cancer care, subspecialty programs, and clinical trials.
Dr. McWilliams played a key role in redesigning the medical oncology care model at Mayo Clinic and will lead the expansion of the medical oncology program at OSF. He has authored more than 180 publications, and has served numerous roles across the globe, including serving on the Pancreas Cancer Task Force and the GI Cancers Steering Committee of the National Cancer Institute.
Why Join Us?
Shape Your Practice: Unlike traditional roles with rigid patient quotas, this position allows you to grow and specialize in one or two diseases while building a practice in an expanding program.
Long-Term Vision: Over the next 4-5 years, we plan to grow to 25 faculty members with a highly subspecialized focus, ensuring that every patient has access to expert care.
Clinical Trials & Research: We are committed to establishing over 100 active clinical trials, including Phase 1, 2, and 3 studies, with direct support from Dr. Michael Caligiuri (a world-renowned physician, scientist, builder, innovator, leader and visionary at City of Hope.)
Academic & Leadership Opportunities: Work closely with UICOMP with potential for an academic appointment and leadership.
Innovative Care Model: OSF is spearheading our own expert-driven model, ensuring a multi-organ, expert-based approach to oncology care.
What You'll Do
Develop a subspecialized practice in your area of interest.
Participate in groundbreaking clinical trials with strong pharmaceutical partnerships with companies like Origin.
Collaborate with a small, close-knit team of colleagues during the early stages of program development.
Help establish a future oncology program and train the next generation of oncologists.
What We Offer
Guaranteed competitive salary with growth opportunities.
Sign-on bonus.
Student loan assistance.
$1 billion in philanthropic funding supporting oncology initiatives.
Access to state-of-the-art clinical trials and translational research.
Affiliation with UICOMP for academic collaboration.
Benefits
OSF HealthCare offers a comprehensive Compensation and Total Rewards Package which includes:
Generous paid time off
CME time and dollars
Signing bonus
Concierge relocation services
Health, life, dental, and retirement plans
Paid occurrence-based malpractice
Residency/Training Stipend
Student Loan repayment and counseling
Career Development through our Physician Leadership Academy
Full time, clinical base salary pay range for this position: $575,000-$673,000.*
*Range shown should be used as an estimate and can be impacted by many factors including but not limited to the critical need of the position, overall experience and qualifications, community need, and other considerations. Additional compensation components may be applicable such as bonuses or incentives which may or may not be based on metric achievement.
Who We’re Looking For
Board-certified/board-eligible Medical Oncologist.
Passionate about building something new and shaping the future of oncology.
Interest in subspecialized oncology and involvement in clinical trials.
A collaborative mindset, excited to work in a growing program with leadership opportunities.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Licenses/Certifications: Physician Licensed (or eligible to be licensed) to practice medicine in current state. Licensed by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration and the State of Illinois to prescribe narcotics, if applicable.
2. Board certified or board eligible in Hematology or Hematology/Medical Oncology. Obtain and maintain medical staff membership and appropriate privileges.
3. Must be eligible as a provider for Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal health programs.
4. Physician shall meet all qualifications to participate in OSF programs for professional malpractice and other liability coverage.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Interest in subspecialized oncology and involvement in clinical trials.
2. Leadership experience or interest in leadership opportunities.
3. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care aligned to the preferences, goals, and needs of the patients served.
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About the Employer
At OSF HealthCare Cancer Institute, our multidisciplinary teams of experts provide world-class, lifesaving care and a full array of support services for patients battling cancer. We’re working to transform cancer care – from prevention and early detection to treatment and survivorship.
A destination for complex care, OSF Cancer Institute is located in Peoria, Illinois, on the campus of OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center – the state’s largest medical center outside of Chicagoland.
Our specialty, fellowship-trained oncology physicians are passionate about eliminating cancer and working together to develop the best treatment plan for each patient. Our team specializes in:
• Cardio-oncology (OSF HealthCare Cardiovascular Institute)
• Gastroenterology
• Interventional radiology
• Medical oncology
• Neuro-oncology (OSF HealthCare Illinois Neurological Institute)
• Pathology
• Pulmonology
• Radiation oncology
• Radiology
• Surgical oncology: Breast; colorectal; head and neck; hepatopancreatobiliary and
complex oncology; gynecologic; skin cancer; thoracic; thyroid and parathyroid; urology
"OSF Cancer Institute has a very clear vision. We want to be the leader of cancer prevention and early diagnosis.” -Jun Zhang, MD, Vice President, Oncology Research, OSF HealthCare Cancer Institute
How to Apply
To apply, email your CV directly to Brandi McCombs, Senior Physician Recruiter, for immediate consideration: brandi.n.mccombs@osfhealthcare.org
For full information and to apply online, see our apply now link.
Contact Information
Brandi McCombs
124 SW Adams Street
Peoria, IL 61602 USA
https://www.osfhealthcare.org/c/recruitment/see-yourself-here/cancer-institute
brandi.n.mccombs@osfhealthcare.org
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