Available benefit packages within our Network vary depending on the career option.
US Oncology and Practice Career Benefits
Physician Benefits
The US Oncology Network and Practice Career Benefits
When you join The US Oncology Network, you become part of one of the nation’s leading integrated oncology networks. With the support of McKesson Specialty Health, The US Oncology Network expands patient access to high-quality, advanced cancer care. We value our employees. We operate our business on a foundation of shared values. The Network practices provide a comprehensive benefits package including several group health plan options as well as a host of voluntary benefits, reimbursement accounts and cost-saving options.
As a practice employee, you’ll also receive access to many benefits-related resources at no cost, such as an Employee Assistance Program, Wellness Program, and Employee Discount Program.
The comprehensive benefits program includes all of the following. (To view McKesson career opportunities and benefits, visit the McKesson Careers site.)
Health Plans
• Choice of medical plans
• Prescription drug plan
• Choice of dental plans
• Vision plan
• Health savings account
• Healthcare and dependent care reimbursement accounts
Life and Disability
• Core employee life and accidental death and dismemberment plan
• Supplemental life insurance plan
• Short-term disability plan
• Long-term disability plan
Wellness
• The US Oncology Network practices maintain a culture that encourages healthy lifestyles
• The US Oncology Network practices are committed to preventing cancer and encouraging healthy behavior in five areas:
1. Tobacco use
2. Diet and nutrition
3. Physical activity
4. Screening and early detection
5. Access to quality treatment and clinical trials
Work/Life
• Time off with pay benefit
• Calendar holidays and floating holiday
• Extended illness account (EIA)
• Employee assistance program, with support and guidance for various concerns such as marital and family conflicts; grief and loss; drug and alcohol abuse; career transitions; anxiety and stress; eating disorders; and physical and emotional abuse.
Additional services offered include:
o Financial services: Unlimited telephone access to certified public accountants and other financial professionals who can offer consulting on such issues as family budgeting, credit problems, tax questions, investment options, and retirement programs.
o Family services: Practical advice through consultation, referrals and literature for issues such as finding and evaluating quality daycare, planning for your child’s college education, and understanding programs such as Medicare and Medicaid.
o Legal services: Telephone consultation with attorneys who are trained and dedicated to providing legal information and assistance to clients with such issues as divorce, bankruptcy, family law, real estate purchases and wills.
Eligibility
Full-time practice employees who regularly work 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all benefits.
Part-time practice employees who regularly work 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:
• Medical benefits
• Healthcare and dependent care reimbursement accounts
• Employee discount program
• Employee assistance program
Additional Voluntary Benefits
Practice Employee Discount Program:
• Critical illness insurance
• Long-term care insurance
• Personal shopping discounts (for items such as computers, autos and other products)
• Travel and entertainment discounts
• Auto and home insurance
Additional Practice Employee Programs
Practice employee recognition:
• Practice employee appreciation program
• Spot bonuses for referrals of new staff
Retirement and Savings
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) salary deferrals with employer contributions
• 529 college savings program
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Physician Benefits
Practices in The US Oncology Network value their employees, so they provide several group health plan options and core benefits, as well as a host of voluntary benefits, reimbursement accounts, and cost-saving options.
Although each practice determines the specific benefits they provide, the list below shows some typical offerings:
Health Plans
• Choice of medical plans
• Prescription drug plan
• Choice of dental plans
• Vision plan
• Health savings account
• Healthcare and dependent care reimbursement accounts
Life and Disability
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment plan
• Supplemental life insurance plans
• Short-term disability plan
• Long-term disability plan
Retirement and Savings
• Pre-tax and Roth-type 401(k) salary deferrals with employer contributions
• 529 college savings program
Relocation Assistance
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