Veterinary Medical Oncologist

National Veterinary Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Paid time off

CE allowance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists in Houston, TX, seeks a second Veterinary Medical Oncologist to join our established oncologic service and support a growing caseload. We are a progressive, team-oriented hospital with a focus on high-quality medicine and compassionate patient care.

Our facility features an onsite MRI, advanced radiation therapy capabilities, and a robust support network within the National Veterinary Associates family.

Responsibilities

• Join our established medical oncology service and support a growing caseload.

Job description

Hospital Name: Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists

Job Type: Veterinarian - Specialty

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS) is seeking a second Veterinary Medical Oncologist to join our established medical oncology service and support a growing caseload. We are a progressive, team-oriented practice that values high-quality medicine, communication, and compassionate patient care.

We are also in the process of optimizing our practices and procedures with the help of an Oncology VTS to improve our overall care delivery. We have extremely qualified nurses on staff who are committed to excellence and offer the ability to pursue innovation and advancement with additional support from a nationwide network of resources. We also participate in several medical studies and trials.

Our 60,000 sq-ft hospital has an onsite MRI, a Varian Halcyon radiation therapy system capable of advanced radiation therapy modalities as well as an Interventional Radiology Suite. We currently have specialty practices in Surgery, Neurology, Internal Medicine, Critical Care, Radiology, Diagnostic Imaging, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Radiation Oncology, Dermatology and Allergy, Avian and Exotics, Cardiology, and Anesthesiology. In addition to the specialty services, we have a 24/7/365 critical care unit including an emergency clinic, intensive care unit, and intermediate unit staffed by emergency physicians, criticalists, and hospitalists.

We enjoy the interdisciplinary collaboration between specialists that a large practice affords and support each other in the pursuit of practicing the highest quality veterinary medicine. With a focus on education, we have a large and robust intern, specialty intern, and residency program, as well as abundant opportunities to interact with the general practitioners in the area through monthly rounds meetings and our annual symposium.

Our Oncologists will enjoy a dedicated support team including LVTs, technicians, and client service coordinators as well as a strong and collaborative leadership team.

Houston is the 4th largest city in the country with a world-renowned medical center, as well as museum, theater, and arts districts. The city has become a top destination for the world’s top chefs and restaurateurs.The climate allows outdoor activities year-round as well as close proximity to the Gulf of Mexico and several vacation destinations. We have professional sports teams, numerous recreational and cultural amenities, and exceptional universities, colleges, and public education so you and your family can thrive here.

Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists offers competitive compensation as well as a full range of benefits including health, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, time off for vacation and CE, and a 401(k) plan.