Veterinary Medical Oncologist

XPrep Learning Solutions LLC; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Sign-on or relocation assistance

CE allowance

Professional development support

Mentorship opportunities

Four-day work week

No weekend new appointments

Job summary

Atlantic Veterinary Internal Medicine & Oncology (AVIM&O) in Annapolis, MD, seeks a Veterinary Medical Oncologist for a full-time position. The role emphasizes delivering advanced cancer care with a focus on quality of life and collaborative, multidisciplinary treatment planning.

The successful candidate will join a team committed to mentorship, ongoing education, and work-life balance, with a four-day schedule and no new cases or transfers on weekends.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Medical Oncology (DACVIM-Oncology) or Residency Trained in Medical Oncology.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.
• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing specialty medicine.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced oncology care to patients with a wide range of cancer diagnoses, developing individualized treatment plans focused on quality of life and clinical outcomes.
• Manage oncology cases in close collaboration with Internal Medicine, Radiation Oncology, Surgery, Emergency & Critical Care, and other specialty teams to provide comprehensive multidisciplinary care.
• Oversee chemotherapy protocols and support the safe delivery of oncology treatments while ensuring compliance with USP 800 safety standards.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic and treatment resources including CT, MRI, advanced imaging, and radiation oncology services to support treatment planning and patient management.
• Support daily client communication, including treatment updates, prescription refills, follow-up discussions, and timely triage of client questions throughout the patient's care journey.
• Build trusted referral relationships through collaborative case management, consultation, and exceptional communication with referring veterinarians.
• Guide pet owners through complex diagnoses and treatment decisions with empathy, transparency, and confidence.
• Mentor chemotherapy-trained technicians, assistants, interns, and support staff while fostering a collaborative and educational clinical environment.
• Pursue opportunities to expand your expertise through ultrasound training, electrochemotherapy (ECT) training, clinical trial coordination, and other emerging areas of veterinary oncology.
• Participate in rounds, journal clubs, case discussions, and continuing education initiatives that support both individual growth and hospital-wide excellence.
• Contribute to a culture of collaboration, mentorship, innovation, and exceptional patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Mentorship

Education

DVM or equivalent degree

Board Certification in Medical Oncology (DACVIM-Oncology) or Residency Trained

Job description

Job Description

Veterinary Medical Oncologist

Full-Time opportunity in Annapolis, Maryland

Schedule: 4-day work week (set schedule with no new cases or transfers on weekends)

Why Join Atlantic Veterinary Internal Medicine & Oncology (AVIM&O) - Annapolis

At AVIM&O, you'll join a growing oncology service backed by an experienced, highly skilled team and a collaborative culture that prioritizes exceptional patient care, professional growth, and sustainable work-life balance. We are seeking a second board-certified or residency-trained Medical Oncologist to help meet increasing demand while building upon a well-established specialty practice known for outstanding patient care and strong relationships with referring veterinarians.

Collaboration is central to how we practice medicine. You'll work closely with specialists in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, Neurology, Ophthalmology, Radiation Oncology, Advanced Imaging, and Emergency & Critical Care through our partnership with Chesapeake Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC). Our doctors regularly participate in interactive morning rounds, journal clubs, multidisciplinary case discussions, and monthly educational sessions, creating an environment where learning and collaboration are part of everyday practice.

AVIM&O is deeply committed to mentorship and professional development. We actively support veterinary students, interns, and residents and recently welcomed our first Internal Medicine Resident. The addition of a board-certified radiologist further strengthens our specialty services and creates additional opportunities for collaboration.

Our oncology service is supported by dedicated chemotherapy-trained technicians and an experienced clinical team, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional patient care while maintaining a predictable schedule and quality of life.

Location Highlight

Located on the Chesapeake Bay, Annapolis offers an exceptional quality of life with waterfront living, historic charm, and convenient access to both Baltimore and Washington, D.C. Whether you enjoy sailing, boating, kayaking, dining, live music, or exploring a vibrant downtown district, Annapolis offers endless opportunities both on and off the water. Nearby beaches, hiking trails, equestrian communities, and outdoor recreation make this one of the most desirable places to live in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Perks & Benefits

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance

• Competitive compensation


• Sign-on or relocation assistance


• Health, dental, and vision insurance


• CE allowance and professional development support


• Paid time off


• Retirement savings options


• Employee assistance programs


• Predictable four-day work schedule


• No new appointments or transfers on weekends


• Mentorship and professional growth opportunities

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Deliver advanced oncology care to patients with a wide range of cancer diagnoses, developing individualized treatment plans focused on quality of life and clinical outcomes.


• Manage oncology cases in close collaboration with Internal Medicine, Radiation Oncology, Surgery, Emergency & Critical Care, and other specialty teams to provide comprehensive multidisciplinary care.


• Oversee chemotherapy protocols and support the safe delivery of oncology treatments while ensuring compliance with USP 800 safety standards.


• Utilize advanced diagnostic and treatment resources including CT, MRI, advanced imaging, and radiation oncology services to support treatment planning and patient management.


• Support daily client communication, including treatment updates, prescription refills, follow-up discussions, and timely triage of client questions throughout the patient's care journey.


• Build trusted referral relationships through collaborative case management, consultation, and exceptional communication with referring veterinarians.


• Guide pet owners through complex diagnoses and treatment decisions with empathy, transparency, and confidence.


• Mentor chemotherapy-trained technicians, assistants, interns, and support staff while fostering a collaborative and educational clinical environment.


• Pursue opportunities to expand your expertise through ultrasound training, electrochemotherapy (ECT) training, clinical trial coordination, and other emerging areas of veterinary oncology.


• Participate in rounds, journal clubs, case discussions, and continuing education initiatives that support both individual growth and hospital-wide excellence.


• Contribute to a culture of collaboration, mentorship, innovation, and exceptional patient care.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.


• Board Certification in Medical Oncology (DACVIM-Oncology) or Residency Trained in Medical Oncology.


• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client-centered approach.


• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.


• A passion for continuous learning, teamwork, and advancing specialty medicine.

Join Us

At Ethos, this isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to practice medicine at the highest level and help shape the future of veterinary care.

Ethos Veterinary Health, part of the NVA Group, is where you come to practice world-class medicine, and help shape what veterinary care becomes next.

Across our network of 140 specialty and emergency hospitals, science moves forward, standards are elevated, and innovation is put into practice every day. You'll work alongside respected veterinary leaders in academic-caliber hospitals designed for learning, teaching, and discovery.

Here, mentorship is a two-way street. You'll share your expertise, learn from others, and continue to grow, clinically, professionally, and personally.

At Ethos, you inspire hope, deliver exceptional care, and pursue veterinary medicine at its highest level, together.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement benefits, paid time off (including sick leave and vacation), short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance.

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.