Radiation Oncologist

Schwarzman Animal Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 230,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous sign-on bonus

Four-day work week

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan

Housing assistance

School loan debt forgiveness opportunity

Job summary

A veterinary medical center in New York City is seeking a full-time radiation oncologist responsible for supervising oncology patients and instructing staff. The ideal candidate will be board certified or eligible in radiation oncology, eligible for New York State licensure, and will provide comprehensive consultations. The facility offers state-of-the-art equipment and a collegial work environment through opportunities in mentoring and education. Compensation ranges from $230,000 to $260,000 USD, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be board certified or board eligible in radiation oncology.
• Eligible for licensure in New York State.

Responsibilities

• Supervise radiation oncology patients.
• Instruct and supervise technicians, interns, and residents in radiation oncology.
• Provide consultations for other departments.
• Conduct physical exams and discuss treatment options with patients.

Skills

Radiation oncology expertise

Supervisory skills

Consultation skills

Teaching ability

Education

Board certification in radiation oncology

Tools

Elekta Infinity Linac system

ProKnow software

Philips Intera 1.5T MRI

Job description

510 East 62nd Street, New York, NY 10065

The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center is seeking a full-time radiation oncologist. The applicant must be board certified or board eligible in radiation oncology and be eligible for licensure in New York State.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervising radiation oncology patients
• Instructing and supervising technicians, interns, and residents in radiation oncology
• Providing in‑house radiation oncology consultation to other hospital departments for dogs, cats & the occasional exotic case alongside our Exotics and Anesthesia service
• See both new and recheck cases to include taking a history, performing a physical exam, performing a thorough work‑up, as well as provide treatment options, relaying side effects, prognoses, and discussing financial concerns. Cases are typically seen with a radiation oncology resident.
• Providing consultation support to referring veterinarians
• Providing didactic lectures for interns, residents, and the referring veterinary community

Equipment

The AMC is equipped with a brand new Elekta Infinity Linac system with Electron and 6 MV photon capability with variable dose rate capability. The Linac is equipped with an advanced Agility MLC (offering enhanced modulation of dose), a 6 degree HexaPOD couch, a cone‑beam CT with integrated 4DCT respiratory gating capability, and a set of SRS cones as a second stereotactic option for planning of very small targets of less than 1 cm. The Linac is integrated with the MOSAIQ OIS for “record and verify” documentation of all planned cases (including manual plans). All computer planning is performed on Elekta’s most recent version of the Monaco computer treatment planning program. All plan QAs are performed on a Sun Nuclear (ArcCHECK) Arc Delivery QA system. The Radiation Oncology department is also equipped with a Strontium probe for the treatment of small surface lesions.

Other available equipment pertinent to radiation oncology includes:

• ProKnow software program (for plan archiving and plan analysis for future research and retrospective studies)
• Philips Intera 1.5T MRI (new MRI to be installed summer 2023)
• An iBEAM evo CT overlay table for proper CT simulation imaging to match the Linac couch
• On‑site diagnostic radiography and ultrasonography
• On‑site IDEXX laboratory as well as point‑of‑care analyzers
• Fully equipped Interventional Radiology Service (for stent placement, chemoembolization, etc.)
• Generous sign‑on bonus
• Four‑day work week
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance with medical, dental, and vision benefits, very generous paid time off, paid continuing education time‑off stipend, and 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Possibility of housing in an AMC apartment building or assistance to find housing
• School loan debt forgiveness opportunity as a non‑profit hospital
• Non‑corporate practice with no percentage pay
• Collegial work with colleagues in a non‑competitive structure with strong teaching and mentoring opportunities as well as opportunities for research

Radiation Oncology is currently comprised of two board‑certified radiation oncologists, one medical oncologist, two radiation oncology residents, and well‑trained licensed veterinary technicians and assistants. We also have a full‑time, on‑site dosimetrist. With a third radiation oncologist we plan to expand educational options and support staff. AMC’s Cancer Institute includes three board‑certified medical oncologists, two dedicated fellowship‑trained surgical oncologists, three medical oncology residents, and an oncology specialty intern. A highly specialized Interventional Radiology team is also available to assist with patient care.

Compensation

Pay Range

$230,000 – $260,000 USD

About AMC

Excellence in veterinary medicine since 1910. AMC offers a commitment to lifelong learning, state‑of‑the‑art facilities, and a multidisciplinary team of over 140 veterinarians across 20+ specialties. It is located in Manhattan, surrounded by leading research and teaching institutions. Collaborative research opportunities abound, and our strong focus on education ensures a rewarding career for those passionate about mentoring and advancing veterinary medicine.

EEO Statement

As set forth in Schwarzman Animal Medical Center’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law.