Oncologist Jobs in Peoria, IL

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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Medical Oncologist- Build Your Own Subspecialized Practice

  • Peoria, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 8 days ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care aligned to the preferences, goals, and needs of the patients served OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity...

Enjoy the locum tenens lifestyle knowing Weatherby is here to support you every step of the way. Call and speak to one of our consultants today for available dates and details. Must have active...

Radiation Oncology - Physician

  • Peoria, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Support Services include disease site specific RN navigators, oncology social workers, and an oncology dietitian Position open to candidates with experience and new graduates....

Gynecologic Oncology - Physician

  • Peoria, IL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Carle Health is seeking an additional BE/BC Gynecologic Oncologist to join our growing Oncology practice in Peoria, Illinois....

The Highlights: - Medical Directorship available - Medical Oncology position or Hematology/Oncology position with ability to subspecialize exclusively in Lung, GU, Breast or GI. - Optional Research...

Radiation Oncology Physician

  • Peoria, IL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 45+ days ago

Locums Job ID 161250 RADIOLOGY - RADIATION ONCOLOGY Radiation Oncology Physician JOB DETAILS This facility is seeking a Radiation Oncology Physician for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current...

Radiation Oncologist

  • Peoria, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 60+ days ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care aligned to the preferences, goals, and needs of the patients served....

Neuro Oncologist Physician in Peoria, Illinois

  • Peoria, IL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 60+ days ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care aligned to the preferences, goals, and needs of the patients served OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity...

Demographic Data for Peoria, IL

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Oncologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Comparative Effectiveness Research Training and Instruction (CERTaIN)
Learn the fundamentals of comparative effectiveness research (CER) and patient-centered outcomes research (PCOR) methods. Do you want to inform healthcare decisions by conducting research on the...
Psychosocial Oncology: What to Expect When Caring for an Oncology Patient
This course will focus on the psychosocial care of cancer patients. With 1 out of 3 people diagnosed with cancer at some point in their life, there is an increasing need for cancer-related...
Retinoblastoma: A Hypothetical Case Study
We hypothetically present a case of a male child with retinoblastoma who presents to your clinic. How would you approach the patient? How would you go about thinking when it comes to their...

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Salary for Oncologist Jobs in Peoria, IL

This is the average annual salary for Oncologist jobs in Peoria, IL as reported by the BLS.

$343,630


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Oncologist positions.



Highest Education Level

Oncologists in Peoria, IL 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 Peoria, IL
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%