Oncologist Jobs in Missouri

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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Hematologist/Oncologist - Saint Luke's Cancer Institute - Kansas City, MO

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 11 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 11 hours ago

Joining Saint Lukes means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care....

Breast Medical Oncologist

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 3 days ago

Required Qualifications: Candidates should be board certified or board eligible in medical oncology or hematology/oncology and must have completed fellowship training in hematology or medical oncology...

Though your CompHealth recruiter will be your single point of contact, they're backed by dozens of specialized teams, giving them the ability to focus on the details that matter to you. That means...

Gynecologic Oncologist - Saint Lukes - Kansas City, MO. Job in Kansas City Gr8Jobs

  • North Kansas City, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • North Kansas City, MO
  • 3 days ago

With more than 14 hospitals and campuses and over 100 primary care and specialty offices, Saint Luke's team of world-class physicians and caregivers deliver exceptional care to patients across 67 counties...

Job Quick Facts Specialty: Radiation Oncology Job Type: Locum Tenens Location: Poplar Bluff, MO Service Setting: Outpatient Reason For Coverage: Supplemental Coverage Period: ASAP - Ongoing Coverage...

Oncology - Medical Oncology Physician. Job in Lake Saint Louis Gr8Jobs

  • Lake Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Lake Saint Louis, MO
  • 3 days ago

Opportunities for education in a growing ACGME hematology and oncology fellowship program as well as with motivated internal medicine residents and medical students at Saint Louis University School...

Though your CompHealth recruiter will be your single point of contact, they're backed by dozens of specialized teams, giving them the ability to focus on the details that matter to you.That means...

When it comes to finding the perfect locums assignment, sometimes it's all about who you know.CompHealth has been around for a long time and has a vast network of connections to facilities across...

Though your CompHealth recruiter will be your single point of contact, they're backed by dozens of specialized teams, giving them the ability to focus on the details that matter to you. That means...

A facility is seeking a Hematologist/Oncologist for locum tenens coverage. The facility is located in South Western Missouri....

Regional healthcare leader is seeking a full-time BE/BC Hematology/Oncology Physician....

Job Quick Facts Specialty: Hematology & Oncology Job Type: Locum Tenens Location: Springfield, MO Service Setting: Outpatient Reason For Need: Supplemental Coverage Period: ASAP - Apr 19, 2024 Coverage...

Physician - Hematologist/Oncologist with Mercy Hospital Southeast in Cape Girardeau, MO

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 21 days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 21 days ago

Mercy Cancer Center team has three Hematologists/Oncologists, two Radiation Oncologists, and three Advanced Practice Providers....

Hematology/Oncology Physician. Job in Saint Louis Gr8Jobs

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 25 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 25 days ago

Hematology outpatient, Medical Onc outpatient, inpatient rotation. Office does Chemo, no inpatient Chemo. 42 infusion chairs. Everything a patient would need is under one roof....

Willing to wait for license BC or BE required Weekdays, Days Mix of hematology (35%) cases and oncology (65%) cases Credentialing needed DEA needed We negotiate better pay and deposit it weekly We arrange...

Demographic Data for Missouri

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Salary for Oncologist Jobs in Missouri

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

$513,828


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Oncologist positions.



Highest Education Level

Oncologists in Missouri 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
4.4%
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 Missouri
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%