Medical Oncologist
Adventist Health · The Dalles, OR
Posted September 3, 2025
Adventist Health Columbia Gorge · 1700 East 19th Street, The Dalles, OR, US, 97058
Adventist Health Columbia Gorge is seeking a full time Medical Oncologist to join our outstanding cancer care team at Celilo Cancer Center in The Dalles, Oregon. This is a unique opportunity to join a community-based health system that provides exceptional clinical care in an environment that promotes healing, health and wellness.
The Celilo Cancer Center at Adventist Health Columbia Gorge in collaboration with OHSU Knight Cancer Institute, provides full-spectrum cancer care, including expertise in medical oncology, radiation oncology, radiology, pathology, breast and reconstructive surgery. Multi-disciplinary tumor board meeting twice a month, while earning CME. Celilo Cancer Center offers our patients Reiki, a healing garden, and a free wig/hat program. We have a robust on-site nurse navigation program for breast cancer and oral chemotherapy, and we are proud to have chemotherapy nurses who maintain their specialty oncology nursing certification. We serve our community by participating in annual cancer screening and outreach events.
Located 85 miles east of Portland in the majestic Columbia River Gorge, The Dalles features old-growth forests, rushing waterfalls, and year-round access to outdoor recreation, including downhill and cross-country skiing, world-class water sports, and miles of hiking and mountain biking trails. The area boasts award-winning wineries, affordable housing, and, most importantly, warm, friendly people. In our small town, you will get to know your patients and their families and build relationships that will last a lifetime.
Opportunity for candidate to become community-based faculty with OHSU Knight Cancer Institute. Giving access to library privileges and faculty development resources.
Responsibilities
The Physician provides clinical services within the scope of practice of his/her specialty and in alignment with the Adventist Health mission; adheres to all evaluation, treatment, procedure and mediation guidelines as directed by clinical and department policies and state or federal law; conducts self-in a professional manner, strictly following confidentiality policies and working cooperatively and supportively with other staff; regularly evaluates staff and provider performance, providing constructive feedback and realistic expectations.
The physician must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient/client served in the clinic, department or appropriate assignment. Based on this; knowledge, he/she provides service according to the identified age specific needs.
Qualifications
We are looking for:
- Board Certified (or Board-Eligible) Physician with a Residency and Fellowship in Medical Oncology and/or Hematology.
- MD or DO with Oregon state licensure.
- Knowledgeable with electronic medical records system.
- Great communication and interpersonal skills.
- Enjoys working with peers, clinical, and support staff.
Compensation/Benefits:
- Competitive pay
- Relocation assistance
- Sign-on bonus
- CME allowance
- Paid time away from clinic
- Health/Dental/Vision insurance
- 401 & 457(b) retirement plans
- Long and short-term disability
- Life insurance
- Critical illness insurance
- Loan repayment
- Rural Tax Credit eligibility
- On-site childcare
- Pet insurance
Employer
Adventist Health
Faith-inspired, nonprofit integrated health system serving the West Coast and Hawaii
Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness, and hope.
Our mission
Living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.
Our values
- Be love: Love matters. Treat yourself with love and care so that you are free to love and care for others. Be trustworthy, forgive freely and find common ground.
- Be a force for good: Be courageous. Take action. Whether it is through your position or your passion, work to impact your community for the better.
- Be a mission owner: Own your role, find your talent and know that your contribution is mission critical. Ask yourself, “How do I inspire health, wholeness and hope?”
- Be welcoming: Recognize all people are created equal and embrace them in hospitality as you would a cherished friend.
- Be curious: Seek to understand how things work and why. Innovate and be open to new ideas and approaches. Own your mistakes and learn from them.
- Be brilliant: Leverage your best talents and skills to shine. Make promises and keep them. Always expect the same from others.
Our vision
Compelled by our mission to live God’s love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope, we will transform the health experience of our communities by improving physical, mental and spiritual health; enhancing interactions; and making care more accessible and affordable.
Top physicians are choosing to build their future with us because of our diverse locations, multiple employment models and physician driven culture that continually works on improvements and is accountable for results. Our physicians play a key role in Adventist Health’s commitment to being a leader in mission focus, quality care and fiscal strength. Every individual, regardless of his/her personal beliefs, is welcome in our facilities and we are eager to partner with members of other faiths to enhance the health of the communities we serve.