Oncologist Jobs in Kentucky

An Oncologist is a medical professional who specializes in diagnosing and treating various types of cancer. They play a critical role in the Physician industry, providing a range of services that include screening and prevention, diagnosing cancer, staging cancer, determining and administering appropriate treatment plans, and monitoring patient progress. They may also conduct research on cancer, contribute to the development of new cancer treatment methods, and educate patients and their families on cancer, its treatments, and coping strategies. Oncologists also work closely with a team of healthcare professionals to provide holistic care to patients.

Important skills and certifications for Oncologists include a medical degree, completion of a residency in Internal Medicine, followed by a fellowship in Oncology. They must also be board-certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in both Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology. Essential skills for this profession include strong communication skills, the ability to handle high-stress situations, critical thinking, and a compassionate demeanor. Before becoming Oncologists, individuals may have roles as Medical Students, Residents in Internal Medicine, or Fellows in Oncology.

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Hematology - Oncology Physician

  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 1 day ago

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Physician / Kentucky / Locum Tenens / Oncologist Needed in

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

A group in north central Kentucky is searching for an experienced full time radiation oncologist to help lead an established group in growing their comprehensive program....

Pacific Companies is proud to present an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Oncologist in Western Kentucky....

Hematology Oncology (Physician #)

  • Prestonsburg, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Prestonsburg, KY
  • 1 day ago

License & Certifications: Board certification in hematology and/or oncology by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine (AOBIM)....

Physician / Oncology / Kentucky / Locum or Permanent / Oncologist

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 2 days ago

Seeking a BE/BC Oncologist provider to join talented team. This opening is in South Central Kentucky - just an hour north of Nashville, TN. Excellent salary and full benefit package are included....

Physician / Hematology / Kentucky / Locum or Permanent / Hematologist

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 2 days ago

Seeking BE/BC Hematology Oncology Physician to join team in Bowling Green, KY. We are a great hospital-based practice with plenty of volume and diversity of cases....

Hematology Oncology (Physician #)

  • Middlesboro, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Middlesboro, KY
  • 3 days ago

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is seeking a BC/BE a Hematologist/Oncologist to join our growing practice at Middlesboro Appalachian Regional Hospital in Middlesboro, KY....

Hematologist/Oncologist Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility

  • Bradfordsville, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Bradfordsville, KY
  • 3 days ago

A hospital is seeking a Hematologist/Oncologist for locum tenens coverage. The facility is located in Northern Kentucky....

Hematology Oncology (Physician #)

  • Paducah, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Paducah, KY
  • 3 days ago

Pacific Companies is proud to present an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Oncologist in Western Kentucky....

An outpatient facility is seeking a hematologist/oncologist for locum tenens coverage. The facility is located in Kentucky. The schedule is 8-5, Monday-Friday....

A health system is seeking a hematologist/oncologist for locum tenens coverage....

A hospital is seeking a Hematologist/Oncologist for locum tenens coverage. The facility is located in Northern Kentucky....

BC/BE Hematology / Oncology Physician

  • Lexington, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 5 days ago

Services include: Chemotherapy, CT Simulation, Image Guided Radiation Therapy, Intensity Modulated Radiation Therapy as well as Three-Dimensional Treatment Planning....

Hematologist-Oncologist opening in south-central KY - Shareholder opp after 1st year!

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 5 days ago

Seeking a BE/BC Hematologist-Oncologist to join a well-established, physician led practice in south-central Kentucky - just an hour north of Nashville, Tennessee!...

License & Certifications: Board certification in hematology and/or oncology by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) or the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine (AOBIM)....

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Oncologist Jobs in Kentucky

This is the average annual salary for Oncologist jobs in Kentucky as reported by the BLS.

$429,940


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Oncologist positions.



Highest Education Level

Oncologists in Kentucky offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
46.0%
Bachelor's Degree
19.1%
Master's Degree
14.0%
High School or GED
10.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.5%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
Some High School
1.3%
Some College
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Oncologists in Kentucky
4-6 years
33.2%
2-4 years
21.2%
1-2 years
13.6%
None
11.0%
8-10 years
9.4%
Less than 1 year
9.4%
6-8 years
2.3%