Physician - Hematologist Medical Oncologist

Physician - Hematologist Medical Oncologist role at First Health of the Carolinas

Join a thriving outpatient oncology practice where you’ll provide compassionate, patient‑focused care in Sanford, North Carolina—without the burden of inpatient call.

First Health of the Carolinas has an established oncology service located outside the Research Triangle Park. The practice offers a supportive team environment including experienced NP, RN, CMA, and full administrative staff, as well as an on‑site infusion suite with chemo‑certified nurses. Clinical trials support is available, and the team participates in multidisciplinary tumor boards.

• Outpatient‑only schedule—no inpatient consults or hospital rounds.
• Established referral base with consistent patient flow.
• Team‑based care: supported by an experienced NP, RN, CMA, and full admin staff.
• Infusion suite on site with chemo‑certified nurses.
• Access to system‑wide support including specialty pharmacy, nurse navigators, and integrative medicine.
• Participation in multidisciplinary tumor boards for collaborative case reviews.
• Clinical trials support available; program received the Gold Seal Award from SCOR and NCI.
• Benefit from the resources of the new ACoS accredited First Health Cancer Center in Pinehurst—a state‑of‑the‑art, 120,000‑sq‑ft facility offering fully integrated oncology care, including modern treatment spaces, palliative care, patient navigation and support services, nutrition counseling, a wellness center, and a healing garden.
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package:
  • Base salary with 2‑year guarantee
  • Biweekly infusion supervision stipend
  • Longevity incentive
  • Paid time off benefits
  • Paid parental leave
  • Free fitness center membership
  • Health, life, and disability coverage options
  • Three retirement savings plans—401(a), 403(b) with match, 457(b)
  • Relocation stipend
  • CME allowance plus reimbursement for NC license and DEA
  • Provider wellbeing resources
  • Paid malpractice with tail coverage
  • 501(c)(3) status provides eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
  • Sign‑on bonus/loan repayment option

• Financially strong health system with four hospitals, primary and convenient care clinics, dental centers, home health, hospice, palliative care, and fitness centers.
• Culture driven by patient safety, quality, and excellence, with recognition as one of the nation’s Top 100 Hospital s for three consecutive years and a recent Outstanding Patient Experience Award.
• Mission‑driven team focused on zero harm and being the best place to work in healthcare.

• Located ~40 miles from Raleigh and Durham, Sanford offers small‑town charm and easy access to the Research Triangle.
• Home to Temple Theatre, Depot Park, and a thriving downtown with boutiques, cafés, live events, festivals, and concerts.
• Lee County offers parks, hiking/biking trails, rivers for recreation, and a growing industrial base in agri‑tech, life sciences, and manufacturing.
• Public schools, Central Carolina Community College campus, and extensive recreational activities for all ages.

• Completion of ACGME‑ or AOA‑approved residency and fellowship programs and board certification.
• Clean background, unrestricted NC medical licensure, NC DEA and AHA BLS certification.
• Leadership skills desired; not a formal leadership role.
• Visa sponsorship not available.

For more information and to apply, please contact our in‑house Physician Recruitment team at FHPG‑Recruitment.