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Deaconess Health · Chancellor Center · Newburgh, IN

Physician - Head & Neck and/or Melanoma Oncology Subspecialist

TypeFull time
PostedOct 28
✓You’ll need
Licensure
✓The Deaconess Cancer Center is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Hematologist-Oncologist with fellowship training or subspecialty interest in head & neck oncology and/or melanoma to lead and grow care for patients with head and neck cancers and cutaneous malignancies.
Qualifications
Fellowship training and/or strong clinical interest in head & neck oncology and/or melanoma preferred
Commitment to multidisciplinary, patient-centered cancer care, partnering closely with ENT/head and neck surgery, dermatology, surgical oncology, and radiation oncology preferred
Interest in program development and head & neck and/or melanoma disease-site leadership preferred
Interest in head & neck and melanoma clinical trials – strongly encouraged preferred
Collaborative mindset within a growing oncology service line preferred
Why Evansville & Newburgh, Indiana preferred
Located along the Ohio River, Evansville offers a regional hub for healthcare, culture, and education, while nearby Newburgh provides a charming, historic riverfront community. Together, they offer: preferred
Affordable cost of living with excellent schools preferred
Vibrant arts, dining, and outdoor recreation preferred
Easy access to Indianapolis, Nashville, Louisville and St. Louis preferred
+Benefits
Medical, dental and vision401(k)Paid time offRetirement planLife and disability insuranceContinuing education
Deaconess Health
Nonprofit · Evansville, IN · 8 hospitals · 3 states
1,148open roles
4physician roles open at this facility
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✓You’ll need
Licensure
✓The Deaconess Cancer Center is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Hematologist-Oncologist with fellowship training or subspecialty interest in head & neck oncology and/or melanoma to lead and grow care for patients with head and neck cancers and cutaneous malignancies.
Qualifications
Fellowship training and/or strong clinical interest in head & neck oncology and/or melanoma preferred
Commitment to multidisciplinary, patient-centered cancer care, partnering closely with ENT/head and neck surgery, dermatology, surgical oncology, and radiation oncology preferred
Interest in program development and head & neck and/or melanoma disease-site leadership preferred
Interest in head & neck and melanoma clinical trials – strongly encouraged preferred
Collaborative mindset within a growing oncology service line preferred
Why Evansville & Newburgh, Indiana preferred
Located along the Ohio River, Evansville offers a regional hub for healthcare, culture, and education, while nearby Newburgh provides a charming, historic riverfront community. Together, they offer: preferred
Affordable cost of living with excellent schools preferred
Vibrant arts, dining, and outdoor recreation preferred
Easy access to Indianapolis, Nashville, Louisville and St. Louis preferred
+Benefits
Medical, dental and vision401(k)Paid time offRetirement planLife and disability insuranceContinuing education
Deaconess Health
Nonprofit · Evansville, IN · 8 hospitals · 3 states
1,148open roles
4physician roles open at this facility
Want the next physician job in Indiana by email?
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Head & Neck and/or Melanoma Oncology Subspecialist Opportunity Deaconess Cancer Center – Newburgh/Evansville, Indiana Position Overview New Comprehensive Cancer Center coming in 2028! This future destination cancer center will bring together cutting-edge technology, leading specialists and compassionate, coordinated care, all in one place so patients across the Tri-State can receive world-class cancer care close to home.

To learn more about the center, please visit www.deaconess.com/cancercenter The Deaconess Cancer Center is seeking a board-certified/board-eligible Hematologist-Oncologist with fellowship training or subspecialty interest in head & neck oncology and/or melanoma to lead and grow care for patients with head and neck cancers and cutaneous malignancies. This is a unique opportunity to join a highly collaborative, disease-site-focused oncology program with strong institutional support for sub-specialization, program development, and clinical innovation in head & neck and melanoma care.

Program Highlights Disease-Site Model: Join established and growing programs across 8+ disease sites with dedicated physician leadership. Subspecialty Growth: Strategic investment in Head & Neck and Melanoma as dedicated disease-site programs. Multidisciplinary Excellence: Join a collegial, multidisciplinary team of providers from various specialties.

Our group thrives on collaboration, mentorship and shared decision-making. Dedicated Tumor Boards: Head and neck and cutaneous malignancies tumor boards, part of a specialized tumor board structure that also includes GI, urologic, gynecologic, thoracic, breast, neurologic and hematologic malignancies. Advanced Infrastructure: Epic EMR with Beacon oncology module, Abridge AI documentation and ordering assistance.

Robust Support Team: Experienced APPs, oncology pharmacists, nurse navigators, dietitians, social workers, palliative care, and rehab specialists. Clinical Practice Flexible 4- or 5-day workweek 1:8 call schedule Opportunity to develop a focused head & neck and/or melanoma practice while maintaining optional general oncology exposure. Strong referral base across a large regional footprint Compensation & Benefits $700,000 guaranteed base salary (Year 1) with average earnings over $1M Productivity incentives + APP supervision compensation + Quality Bonus Up to $100,000 sign-on bonus plus training stipends available for current Fellows Comprehensive benefits package, including: 5 weeks PTO + 6 holidays CME: 5 days + $3,500 annually 401(k) + 457(b) retirement plans Full health, dental, vision, and life insurance Paid licensing, DEA, and board fees Up to $15,000 relocation assistance Technology stipend Ideal Candidate Fellowship training and/or strong clinical interest in head & neck oncology and/or melanoma Commitment to multidisciplinary, patient-centered cancer care, partnering closely with ENT/head and neck surgery, dermatology, surgical oncology, and radiation oncology Interest in program development and head & neck and/or melanoma disease-site leadership Interest in head & neck and melanoma clinical trials – strongly encouraged Collaborative mindset within a growing oncology service line Why Evansville & Newburgh, Indiana Located along the Ohio River, Evansville offers a regional hub for healthcare, culture, and education, while nearby Newburgh provides a charming, historic riverfront community.

Together, they offer: Affordable cost of living with excellent schools Vibrant arts, dining, and outdoor recreation Easy access to Indianapolis, Nashville, Louisville and St. Louis Contact Information Michelle Dexter, Physician Recruiter 📞 812-450-7263 📧 Michelle. Dexter@deaconess.com Apply Today Submit your CV directly to Michelle Dexter and explore how you can help shape the future of head & neck and melanoma care at Deaconess.

About the role

This is a unique opportunity to join a highly collaborative, disease-site-focused oncology program with strong institutional support for sub-specialization, program development, and clinical innovation in head & neck and melanoma care. Strategic investment in Head & Neck and Melanoma as dedicated disease-site programs.