Radiation Oncologist Proton Leader - AdventHealth Lake Nona/OrlandoThe successful candidate will collaborate with AdventHealth Cancer Institute leadership, multidisciplinary oncology teams, and community physicians to support the launch of the AdventHealth Cancer Institute Proton Program. They will also join a collaborative team of more than 30 radiation oncologists and advanced practice providers delivering state-of-the-art, evidence-based care across the region.
Located in the rapidly growing Orlando market, this opportunity offers access to advanced technology, multidisciplinary collaboration, research opportunities, and clinical sub specialization. The new AdventHealth Orlando Cancer Tower, currently under construction, will further expand access to leading-edge cancer care, while Lake Nona Medical City provides a nationally recognized environment for medical innovation.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of proton therapy and advanced radiation oncology within a nationally recognized cancer program, supported by an integrated physician network and a commitment to exceptional patient care.
Candidate Requirements - Board Certified/Board Eligible in Radiation Oncology with experience in proton therapy and clinical operations
- Leadership experience / training strongly preferred
- Minimum of 2 years of post-training experience preferred.
- Eligible for an active Florida medical license
- Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a strong focus on patient-centered care
- Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to build relationships
Opportunity Highlights - Full-time clinical role providing adult generalist radiation services for oncologic and benign disease with opportunity for disease site specialization
- Shared call responsibilities across the Central Florida practice group once every 8-10 weeks, with call coverage assigned on a weekly basis.
- Primary practice location at AdventHealth Cancer Institute and Lake Nona with leadership responsibilities supporting growth and development of proton therapy services.
- Aria and EPIC medical record systems with AI documentation support
- Both hospital-based clinics with new installation Varian TrueBeam and VisionRT. Cancer Institute also includes dedicated Theranostics clinic and MR sim within department as well as currently available GammaKnife, GammaTIle, and MR-guided brachytherapy
- Employed dosimetry and physics staff, full-time social work, nutrition, genetics, and health and wellbeing ancillary patient support.
- Dedicated departmental research team supported through R01 funded AdventHealth Research Institute
Compensation & Benefits: - Competitive compensation
- Signing bonus and relocation allowance
- Occurrence-based malpractice coverage
- Paid leave and CME days with allowance
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Health insurance for physician and family
- Parental leave
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Hospital Description AH Lake Nona is located on a 60-acre health and wellness campus with many services opening Nov. 30th 2026. This location will offer medical innovations on a campus designed around whole person health with comprehensive services, destination lifestyle programs, and much more that will shape the next generation of health care.
While we are starting with 55 licensed beds at opening, the number of licensed beds at full build will be 335. We will start with 5 ORs, 2 Endoscopy suites, and 2 Cath Labs.
Hospital Specialties: 24-bed emergency department, Bariatrics, Cancer care, including advanced oncology surgery, Cardiology, Colorectal surgery, Gastroenterology, General surgery, Home care, Hospice care, Imaging, Lab services, Men's Health, including longevity program, Neurology and neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Obstetrics, featuring "The Baby Place," Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Urology, Women's Health, including a longevity program, breast and advanced GYN surgeries.
Unique Features: 10-story hospital with a 5-story medical office building Advanced robotic and MIS surgeries Incisionless surgical suite featuring focused-energy treatments Smart rooms and hospital, focusing on technology to maximize human touch Health and wellness destination that will feature retail, dining, a lake promenade, event lawn, amphitheater, a tie-in to the Lake Nona Trail and more AdventHealth Innovation Lab, featuring over 25,000 SF of R&D for advancement of patient and surgical care Health Tourism - elevated concierge program.
Community Description AdventHealth is conveniently close to many gorgeous homes, downtown urban living, shopping, and great schools. As one of the most visited American cities, Orlando has world-class attractions including Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, and easy access to both coasts for numerous world renown beaches. Orlando is home to major league soccer (Orlando City Lions), NBA basketball (Orlando Magic) as well as University of Central Florida sports. The city also has many public and private universities and colleges. The Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts hosts variety of musical and theatrical performances throughout the year.
- Orange County Florida
- Osceola County Florida
- Orange County Parks and Recreation
- Seminole County Parks and Recreation
