Your compensation package reflects UC Davis's commitment to recruiting exceptional oncologists while recognizing the unique value you bring to this underserved region. The base compensation structure starts at the 50th percentile of the MGMA benchmark for hematology/oncology, but here's what makes this opportunity financially compelling: you have complete control over your earning potential through a transparent productivity model that rewards clinical excellence without pushing you toward unsustainable volumes. Physicians who choose to practice at the 75th percentile of productivity can achieve compensation at that same percentile—a straightforward relationship between effort and reward that's refreshingly absent of the complex formulas and moving targets found in many health system employment agreements.
This flexibility in the compensation model means you can design your practice to match your life priorities. Want to maximize earnings to achieve your financial goals? The opportunity exists. Prefer a more moderate pace that allows for research participation or community involvement? The 50th percentile base ensures a comfortable lifestyle in this affordable region. Unlike rigid compensation plans that lock you into unsustainable productivity requirements, this structure adapts to your changing needs throughout your career.
| Track 1 | Track 2 (only change after 6 months) | Track 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Directorship | $20,000 | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Salary | $511,700 | $661,520 | $602,000 |
| Incentive Pay | $61,000 | $61,000 | $61,000 |
| Annual Comp | $592,700 | $742,520 | $683,000 |
| wRVU expectation | 6,023 (14–16 pts/day) | 7,691 (19–20 pts/day) | 7,691 (19–20 pts/day) |
| Human Scribe | No, use Abridge AI | No, use Abridge AI | Yes |
| CME Allowance | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
Beyond direct financial compensation, you'll benefit from UC Davis Health's comprehensive benefits package that provides security for you and your family. The benefits program reflects the organization's commitment to physician wellness and long-term financial security.
Your compensation at Marshall Cancer Center reflects both the value you bring to the practice and the quality of life this opportunity offers. While the financial package is highly competitive with comparable community positions, the true value extends beyond the numbers to include professional satisfaction, manageable patient volumes, and a supportive practice environment free from the administrative burdens common in many settings.
The combination of substantial base compensation, achievable incentives, and comprehensive benefits creates a package that rewards your expertise while providing the security and stability that allows you to focus on what matters most—delivering excellent patient care in a sustainable, fulfilling practice environment.
Your continuing medical education isn't just supported—it's celebrated as essential to maintaining the cutting-edge expertise your patients deserve. The CME allowance covers major oncology conferences, board review courses, and subspecialty training that keeps your practice current with rapidly evolving treatment paradigms. Additional funding exists for presentation opportunities, particularly when you're sharing research results or quality improvement initiatives that enhance the network's reputation.
The relocation package acknowledges that moving your life and practice requires more than just covering moving trucks. The comprehensive support includes assistance with real estate transactions, temporary housing during your transition, and multiple trips for you and your family to explore the area and find the perfect home. The package can be customized to your specific needs—whether that's private school visits for your children, spousal career assistance, or simply extra time to thoughtfully orchestrate a complex interstate move.
Beyond the formal compensation structure, practicing in this location offers financial advantages that dramatically stretch your earnings. The absence of state income tax on the first significant portion of your income (compared to metropolitan areas), lower property taxes, and reasonable malpractice insurance costs through UC Davis mean your take-home pay goes substantially further. When colleagues in San Francisco or Los Angeles need $500,000 to maintain a middle-class lifestyle, you'll enjoy a superior quality of life on your base compensation, with any productivity bonuses funding true wealth building rather than basic expenses.
The institution's protection agreement with competing health systems—specifically preventing Sutter from recruiting cancer center physicians—provides job security rarely found in modern medicine. You won't wake up to find your colleagues poached by competitors offering unsustainable signing bonuses, destabilizing the practice you've helped build. This stability, combined with UC Davis's long-term commitment to the region, means you can confidently establish roots knowing your position remains secure as long as you choose to stay.