Veterinary Medical Oncologist

World Oncology Network; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Sign-on/relocation assistance

Flexible scheduling

Access to advanced diagnostic tools

Job summary

Ethos Veterinary Health, an established emergency and specialty hospital in Grand Rapids, MI, seeks a Medical Oncologist to lead and grow its Oncology service. The role emphasizes collaboration with internal medicine, surgery, critical care, and referring veterinarians to ensure seamless patient care.

Requirements include DVM or equivalent with Michigan licensure eligibility and ACVIM board certification or residency training.

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for veterinary licensure in Michigan.
• Board Certification in Medical Oncology through ACVIM or residency training in Medical Oncology.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate, client centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage oncology cases in collaboration with internal medicine, surgery, critical care, and other specialty services.
• Develop and grow the hospital's Oncology service based on your clinical interests and professional goals.
• Oversee chemotherapy protocols and provide thoughtful, individualized treatment plans for patients.
• Support daily client communication, including treatment updates, medication and refill questions, and ongoing case coordination.
• Collaborate with referring veterinarians to provide continuity of care and maintain strong referral relationships.
• Mentor chemo-trained technicians, assistants, and support staff.
• Pursue growth opportunities such as ultrasound training, ECT training, or clinical trial coordination.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic capabilities including ultrasound, radiographs, CT, in house laboratory services, and blood banking.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy toward clients

Continuous learning

Clinical collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Board Certification in Medical Oncology (ACVIM) or residency training

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Radiography

CT imaging

Job description

Job Description

Medical Oncologist

Full Time opportunity in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Schedule: Full Time | No on call required

Why Join Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital

Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital is seeking a board certified or residency trained Medical Oncologist to join our established 24 hour emergency and specialty hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan. With more than 30 years of service to the West Michigan community, our hospital has built a strong reputation for emergency, critical, and specialty care.

At Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital, you'll do more than practice. You'll grow, collaborate, and help shape what's possible in veterinary medicine. You'll have the opportunity to build and grow an Oncology service while working alongside experienced clinicians and highly trained technicians in a hospital committed to clinical excellence, compassionate care, and sustainable caseloads.

Our Grand Rapids team works closely with referring veterinarians and clients to provide exceptional medicine and continuity of care. You'll also have access to a broader network of specialists at our Byron Center location, just 15 minutes away, including Internal Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, Critical Care, and Ophthalmology. This close collaboration supports comprehensive case management and enhanced patient care.

Location Highlight

Grand Rapids offers an ideal combination of professional opportunity and quality of life. Known as "Beer City USA,", the city features a vibrant craft beverage, food, arts, and music scene, along with easy access to Lake Michigan beaches and abundant outdoor recreation throughout all four seasons.

With a growing community, dynamic downtown, and strong sense of connection, Grand Rapids provides an excellent place to live and work.

Perks & Benefits

Benefits for this role may include health insurance including medical, dental, and 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
• No on call requirements
• Flexible scheduling to support work life balance
• Access to advanced diagnostic and treatment tools
• Highly skilled ER and support staff available 24/7
• Established referral base and strong regional reputation

In your day to day, you will:

• Manage oncology cases in collaboration with internal medicine, surgery, critical care, and other specialty services.
• Develop and grow the hospital's Oncology service based on your clinical interests and professional goals.
• Oversee chemotherapy protocols and provide thoughtful, individualized treatment plans for patients.
• Support daily client communication, including treatment updates, medication and refill questions, and ongoing case coordination.
• Collaborate with referring veterinarians to provide continuity of care and maintain strong referral relationships.
• Mentor chemo-trained technicians, assistants, and support staff.
• Pursue growth opportunities such as ultrasound training, ECT training, or clinical trial coordination.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic capabilities including ultrasound, radiographs, CT, in house laboratory services, and blood banking.
• Work closely with veterinarians, technicians, and support teams to provide seamless, compassionate patient care.
• Communicate clearly and empathetically with pet owners during stressful and emotional situations.
• Contribute to a positive, team focused hospital culture built on collaboration, mentorship, communication, and continuous learning.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for veterinary licensure in the state of Michigan.
• Board Certification in Medical Oncology through ACVIM or residency training 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.
• An interest in building and growing an Oncology service within an established emergency and specialty hospital.
• A commitment to working collaboratively with specialty teams, emergency clinicians, technicians, referring veterinarians, and pet owners.

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.

At Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital, you'll have the support, autonomy, advanced resources, and collaborative environment to build a meaningful Oncology service while maintaining balance and enjoying the benefits of a well established specialty and emergency hospital.

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.