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Radiation Oncologist

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$350 - $480/hr

Program support includes 8 Radiation Therapists, 4 full time Registered Nurses, 3 dosimetrists and ... Tulsa International Airport keeps you just a flight away from 23 domestic locations and offers a ...

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How much do ice flight nurse jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for ice flight nurse in the United States is $109,709.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $132,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an ice flight nurse?

An Ice Flight Nurse is a specialized registered nurse who provides emergency medical care to critically ill or injured patients during air transport, often in remote or challenging environments, including icy or Arctic regions. These nurses are highly trained in trauma, critical care, and aviation medicine, ensuring patients are stabilized and monitored while being flown to advanced medical facilities. Ice Flight Nurses often work with flight paramedics and pilots as part of an aeromedical team, and they must be prepared to handle extreme weather, limited resources, and complex medical situations during flights.

What is the difference between Ice Flight Nurse vs Air Ambulance Nurse?

AspectIce Flight NurseAir Ambulance Nurse
CertificationsRegistered Nurse (RN), Critical Care or Emergency Certification, Flight Nurse CertificationRegistered Nurse (RN), Critical Care or Emergency Certification, Flight Nurse Certification
Work EnvironmentCold climates, remote icy locations, high-altitude flights over icy terrainVarious locations, including urban and rural areas, often in fixed-wing or helicopter aircraft
Employer & IndustrySpecialized medevac services operating in icy or Arctic regionsMedical transport companies, hospitals, emergency services

Both Ice Flight Nurses and Air Ambulance Nurses require similar certifications and work in air medical transport. However, Ice Flight Nurses specifically operate in icy, cold environments, often over Arctic or remote icy regions, whereas Air Ambulance Nurses work in a broader range of locations, including urban and rural areas. The key difference lies in the environment and geographic focus of their missions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an ice flight nurse?

To thrive as an Ice Flight Nurse, you need advanced clinical expertise in critical care or emergency nursing, a nursing degree, and certifications such as CCRN, CEN, and often flight nurse training like CFRN. Familiarity with aeromedical equipment, portable ventilators, and telemedicine systems is typically required. Exceptional decision-making, stress management, and communication skills are crucial for effective patient care during high-pressure medical air transports. These skills and qualifications ensure patient safety, optimal care delivery, and successful outcomes in challenging and unpredictable flight environments.

What are some common challenges faced by an ice flight nurse during patient transport missions?

Ice Flight Nurses often encounter challenges such as rapidly changing weather conditions, limited space and resources aboard the aircraft, and the need to provide critical care in a high-stress, fast-paced environment. They must be adept at making quick clinical decisions and working collaboratively with pilots and other medical professionals under time constraints. Additionally, maintaining clear communication despite environmental noise and turbulence is vital to ensure patient safety and successful outcomes.
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Infographic showing various Ice Flight Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 22% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,709 per year, or $52.7 per hour.

Physician Oncology-Radiation - Competitive Salary

Saint Francis Health System

Tulsa, OK

Other

PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago


Saint Francis Health System (Oklahoma) rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 118 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

493rd of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Position Overview: Radiation Therapy Specialists of Oklahoma, PLLC in collaboration with Saint Francis Cancer Center is seeking an outstanding Board Certified or Board Eligible Radiation Oncologist, to join our premier team. We offer a collaborative, patient-focused environment dedicated to transforming healthcare by integrating cutting-edge research and compassionate care.

  • Thriving group growing to three physicians. The group is an independent, physician owned practice with a strong community reputation and the support of the largest, most respected hospital in Oklahoma. The physicians are committed to delivering high-quality, patient centered care in a collaborative team environment.
  • Program support includes 8 Radiation Therapists, 4 full time Registered Nurses, 3 dosimetrists and 3 physicists.
  • Large referral base with over 1,000 consults per year.
  • State of the art technology: 3 Varian TrueBeam, Radformation, Mosaiq & Epic EMR
  • Access to clinical trials through affiliation.
  • IMRT, SRS and SBRT offered.

Services Offered by Saint Francis Cancer Center: home to leading-edge treatments and technologies, delivered by disease-specific experts in medical oncology, radiation therapy, radiology and other specialties.

Saint Francis offers medical consultations, chemotherapy treatment, radiation therapy, genomic testing, genetic testing and counseling, and supportive care services in an outpatient setting, delivered by a team of experts who work closely with one another to understand each patient’s individual diagnosis and needs.

 

Position Highlights:

  • Competitive guaranteed salary first year. Following first year partnership/profit sharing available. Total compensation potential >90th percentile.
  • Competitive benefits package.
  • 4- or 5-day work week and 8 weeks of vacation per year.
  • Radiation oncology is part of the Saint Francis Cancer Center, one of the largest oncology providers in Oklahoma.
  • Radiation oncology works alongside top oncologists and specialists utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. 

See Yourself in Tulsa, Oklahoma

  • A low cost of living, multitude of affordable housing options, four distinct weather seasons, and one of the highest percentages of earnings growth in the US make Tulsa a popular relocation destination.
  • Top 10 City for Live Music, Art Deco architecture, Museums and City Parks including Tulsa’s iconic outdoor space – the Gathering Place.
  • Tulsa listed as Top 100 Cities to Live by Livability due to cost of living, amenities, and cultural activities.
  • Tulsa suburb, Broken Arrow, listed as #12 Best Place to Live in the US and #1 in Oklahoma by US News & World Report.
  • Checkout Tulsa’s burgeoning food scene offering a wide variety of dining options, from bbq and Tex-Mex to farm-to-table cuisine. There’s something for every palate!
  • Enjoy year-round sporting events at great venues, which include Tulsa Drillers Baseball, FC Tulsa Soccer, Tulsa Oilers Ice Hockey, PGA Tour 2022 at Southern Hills Country Club, & home of NCAA Division 1 University of Tulsa athletic programs.
  • Tulsa International Airport keeps you just a flight away from 23 domestic locations and offers a quick and easy airport experience.
  • Tulsa’s proximity to the Ozark Mountains and numerous lakes offers an array of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, including boating, fishing, hiking and hunting.

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Saint Francis Health System is an integrated, medically based, not-for-profit health system. Our team of over 10,500 physicians and staff members makes us one of Tulsa's largest employers. As a Catholic organization, Saint Francis is true to its mission and values. We believe that healthcare is a basic human right, and that each patient should be treated with dignity and integrity. We foster a collaborative workplace where each person is valued and appreciated for his/her contribution.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Tulsa, OK, US

Year founded

1960

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