The Orlando Health Cancer Institute Center for Advanced Therapy is seeking a skilled and compassionate Radiation Oncologist to join our team. This position offers an exceptional opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of cancer patients in Central Florida while working in a state-of-the-art oncology program. Applicants must have successfully completed an ACGME accredited radiation oncology program and be ABR board-certified or board eligible. The successful candidate is expected to have good interpersonal skills, must be skilled in modern radiation oncology practice, and have the aptitude to work within a strong multidisciplinary team. This position will provide comprehensive clinical coverage at our main center in downtown Orlando and at one of our regional care centers.
The Orlando Health Cancer Institute Center for Advanced Therapy treats more than 180 patients per day, at 5 locations across the Orlando area. Our equipment includes 4 matched Varian TrueBeams, Varian Edge, Varian IX, Elekta Synergy, ViewRay MRIdian, Mevion S250 proton therapy system, Nucletron HDR, 6 CT simulators, and a recently installed Varian Ethos system. Treatment planning for all centers is performed using Full-Scale Eclipse/ARIA deployed through Citrix.
Our practice currently has 11 Radiation Oncologists across all 5 of our locations. The physicians work alongside a talented medical physics team that includes 8.5 photon-clinic physicists, 2.5 proton-clinic physicists, 2 therapy physics residents, 11 Medical Dosimetrists, 2 medical physics assistants, and a medical physics research fellow. Our program is currently experiencing significant growth with physical expansion opportunities across the Central Florida area.
One of the largest cancer care providers in Florida, Orlando Health Cancer Institute is guided by its vision "to be a national leader by providing exceptional cancer care and a personalized experience." The realization of that vision includes a focus on an expanding footprint, enhanced services and treatments, advancements in technology, and an ever-growing team of interdisciplinary cancer experts specializing in more than 200 types of cancer. The institute's dedicated medical staff consists of more than 60 medical, surgical and radiation oncologists, as well as pathologists, advanced practice providers, nurse and clinical specialists, and support staff such as pharmacists, dietitians and counselors. We also reach across specialties as needed, into areas like neurosurgery, pancreatology, colon and rectal surgery, and endocrinology. This multidisciplinary team approach means that each patient benefits from the expertise of a team of specialists who work together to develop a coordinated, personalized care plan, across the cancer-care continuum. These teams meet several times a week in tumor boards to talk through each patient's treatment plan and progression.
The institute continues to introduce and further novel technologies to ensure top-notch services, such as new advanced radiation and proton therapies, bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy, and cancer-related aesthetic and reconstructive procedures. Through a robust research program, the institute also supports physician involvement in numerous research studies and clinical trials that gives patients access to innovative diagnosis, treatment and symptom management options.
While the institute's comprehensive care includes an expert team of medical professionals, advanced technology and leading-edge research, we recognize there is more to cancer care. To treat the whole person - body, mind and spirit - the institute offers supportive and palliative care, cancer genetic counseling and high-risk care, and complementary services through various wellness programs, integrative medicine and a Cancer Support Community.
In addition to an all-inclusive facility on Orlando Health's downtown campus, Orlando Health Cancer Institute has five additional treatment locations, in Clermont, Dr. Phillips area, St. Cloud, Lake Mary and Ocoee; more than 10 practice locations; and expanded options for virtual appointments and consultations. By continuing to extend the institute's reach and expand its services, area residents are assured comfortable, convenient access to world-class cancer services in the familiarity of their own communities.
Orlando Health Cancer Institute provides award-winning, nationally recognized and accredited cancer services in Central Florida. Some of our recognitions and distinctions include:
- 60 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs - Becker's, 2023
- Best Hospitals for Cancer (top 100) - U.S. News & World Report, 2023-24
- American College of Surgeons (ACoS) Commission on Cancer (CoC)
- National Accreditation Program for Breast Care Centers (NAPBC)
- Radiation Oncology Department accreditation - American College of Radiology (ACR)
- Medical Oncology Clinics certification - Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI) Certification Program, an affiliate of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
- National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC)
- Bone Marrow Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program accreditation - Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT)
Located in downtown Orlando and serving Central Florida for more than 100 years, Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) is an 808-bed surgical, medical, and emergency acute-care hospital. It is one of the largest tertiary facilities in the region and the organization's flagship hospital.
With advanced technology and expertise in numerous areas of specialty, including trauma, cardiovascular, stroke, neuroscience, orthopedic and surgical services, Orlando Health ORMC provides a complete continuum of care. World-renowned as Central Florida's only Level I Trauma Center, Orlando Health ORMC also is recognized for excellence with an American Burn Association Verified Burn Center and Joint Commission-certified hip and knee joint replacement, spine surgery, and comprehensive stroke programs.
Orlando Health ORMC works closely with systemwide cancer, heart and vascular, digestive health, neuroscience and orthopedic institutes also located on the downtown Orlando Health campus, as well as the specialty Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Orlando Health Winnie Palmer Hospital for Women and Babies.
Combining compassion with experience and knowledge, our team provides patients with the highest quality of care. Our efforts have earned us numerous quality and safety recognitions over the years, including:
- Best Regional Hospital - U.S. News & World Report, 2023-2024
- Ranked No. 2 in the Orlando Metro Area and No. 7 in Florida
- Nationally ranked in four categories: cardiology, heart and vascular surgery; gastroenterology and GI surgery; pulmonology and lung surgery; urology
- Rated high performing in 12 areas: aortic valve surgery; COPD; colon cancer surgery; diabetes; heart attack; heart bypass surgery; heart failure; kidney failure; knee replacement; leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma; lung cancer surgery; stroke
- "A" Safety Grade - The Leapfrog Group, five consecutive terms 2021-2023
- Top Teaching Hospital - The Leapfrog Group, 2023
- Best Hospitals in America - The Leapfrog Group/Money, 2022
- Best Hospitals for Bariatric Surgery - The Leapfrog Group/Money, 2022
- Get with the Guidelines: Gold Plus Achievement - Stroke - American Heart Association, 2023
- Target: Stroke? Honor Roll Elite
- Target: Type 2 Diabetes? Honor Roll
- Nine hospital units with Beacon Awards for Excellence from the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses - the most units of any adult hospital in the state
- Magnet Recognized - American Nurses Credentialing Center
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