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A GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY

Radiation Oncology Associates, P.A. (ROAPA)

Radiation Oncologist — Central Arkansas

        INTERVIEWING NOW:  Contact Dr. Chris Pope 

About ROAPA

Due to continued growth and expansion, Radiation Oncology Associates P.A. (ROAPA) islooking to add a new member to our group

• We have operated continuously for five decades with an exceptionally low physician turnover rate; most who join stay for the duration of their career. 
• We are an independent, private practice group and the exclusive radiation oncology provider for CARTI, a unique free-standing, not-for-profit integrated cancer care system with a large geographic footprint in the state

Now Accepting Applications from:

• Board-certified or board-eligible radiation oncologists currently in practice
• 2026 graduating residents
• 2027 graduating residents — early interviews welcome

Clinical Environment

• CARTI treats more than 50% of all oncology cases in Arkansas.
• ROAPA physicians receive referrals through a fully integrated multispecialty system including 18 medical oncologists, 7 surgical oncologists and 4 urologists.  Ancillary services include counseling, dental, dietician services, and social work.
• The group consists of 11 radiation oncologists and 2 mid-level providers, and we staff 6 radiation oncology clinics throughout Arkansas: Little Rock, North Little Rock, Conway, Searcy, Pine Bluff, and El Dorado. The Little Rock Cancer Center runs two Varian linacs, a CyberKnife, and is currently staffed by five radiation oncologists. Each satellite clinic is staffed by one physician and one Varian linac.

Partnership & Compensation

• Typical partnership track is 2 years and carries equal standing with no capital buy-in. Compensation is nationally competitive. Generous vacation with coverage handled within ROAPA — no outside locums.

Living in Central Arkansas

• Arkansas has a cost of living approximately 14% below the national average with median home price of $234,000 (vs. $439,000 nationally). 
• Cultural and recreational assets: an active restaurant and arts scene, Clinton Presidential Library, and direct access to outdoor recreation including Pinnacle Mountain, the Ouachitas, multiple lakes, >50 state parks, and hundreds of miles of bike trails. 

Requirements

Board Certified or Board Eligible Radiation Oncologist.