The Job Opportunity:
A veterinarian-led specialty organization is seeking a Board-Certified or Residency-Trained Veterinary Oncologist to join a collaborative specialty and emergency referral hospital. This opportunity is ideal for a specialist who is passionate about advancing cancer care while working alongside a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient outcomes and compassionate client support.
The Veterinary Oncologist will provide comprehensive diagnostic, staging, treatment, and long-term management for patients with cancer while collaborating closely with specialists, emergency clinicians, referring veterinarians, and hospital leadership. The organization offers clinical autonomy, advanced technology, and a supportive environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and continued professional growth.

Practice Information:
The practice is a specialty and emergency referral hospital providing advanced medical, surgical, emergency, and specialty services. The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic technology designed to support comprehensive oncology care, including advanced imaging, ultrasound, CT, MRI, digital radiography, in-house laboratory services, chemotherapy administration, intensive care, and surgical support.
Veterinarians work within a collaborative multi-DVM specialty environment alongside board-certified specialists, emergency clinicians, experienced technicians, and dedicated support staff. The practice emphasizes teamwork, medical excellence, compassionate patient care, and exceptional client service while providing the educational resources and professional support of a nationally established veterinary organization.

Role Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive oncology consultations and patient evaluations
• Diagnose, stage, and manage patients with a wide variety of neoplastic diseases
• Develop individualized diagnostic and treatment plans
• Administer and oversee chemotherapy, targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and other medical oncology treatments as appropriate
• Provide palliative care and supportive medical management focused on patient comfort and quality of life
• Interpret laboratory results, cytology, histopathology, advanced imaging, and staging diagnostics
• Monitor treatment response and adjust therapeutic plans as clinically indicated
• Collaborate with surgeons, internists, radiation oncologists, emergency clinicians, pathologists, and other specialists to provide comprehensive cancer care
• Communicate diagnosis, treatment options, prognoses, and quality-of-life recommendations with clients and referring veterinarians
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely medical records
• Prescribe medications while maintaining compliance with controlled substance regulations
• Participate in hospital rounds, interdisciplinary case discussions, and specialty consultations
• Promote teamwork, efficiency, and exceptional patient care
• Support development and evaluation of oncology protocols and standards of care
• Participate in continuing education, hospital training, and quality improvement initiatives
• Mentor interns, residents, veterinarians, and clinical team members when appropriate
• Perform additional responsibilities necessary to support hospital operations

Job Applicant Requirements:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Medical Doctor, or equivalent degree from an accredited veterinary college
• Completion of a rotating internship or equivalent advanced clinical training
• Completion of an approved residency in Veterinary Oncology
• Board certification or residency-trained status in Veterinary Oncology
• Active veterinary license or eligibility for licensure
• DEA registration or ability to obtain and maintain registration
• Advanced knowledge of veterinary oncology, cancer biology, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and palliative medicine
• Experience managing complex oncology referral cases
• Ability to interpret advanced diagnostic testing, histopathology, cytology, and staging studies
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multi-DVM specialty hospital
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Ability to explain complex oncology diagnosis, treatment options, prognoses, and quality-of-life considerations clearly and compassionately
• Commitment to evidence-based, compassionate veterinary medicine
• Strong organizational, critical-thinking, and problem-solving abilities
• Professionalism with the ability to provide and receive constructive feedback
• Commitment to continuing education and lifelong learning
• Ability to perform the physical requirements associated with veterinary practice, including lifting up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications:

• Board certification in Veterinary Oncology
• Post-residency specialty practice experience
• Experience managing complex referral oncology cases
• Experience with advanced chemotherapy protocols, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and supportive care
• Experience collaborating with surgeons, internists, emergency clinicians, radiation oncologists, and multiple specialty departments
• Interest in mentorship, clinical education, and hospital program development

Compensation + Benefits May Include:

• Competitive specialist compensation package with production opportunities
• Generous signing bonus possible
• Relocation assistance available
• Retention incentive opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off and recognized holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer contribution opportunities
• Continuing education allowance and dedicated CE time
• Professional licensing and specialty membership reimbursement
• Career development and leadership resources
• Employee pet care discounts
• Employee Assistance Program and emotional wellness resources
• Emergency financial assistance resources for eligible team members
• Local medical autonomy supported by national clinical and operational resources
• Opportunities for long-term professional growth within a veterinarian-led organization

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