Veterinary Medical Oncologist

Star Valley Veterinary Clinic; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 200,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Professional development support

Sign-on or relocation assistance

Hospital-wide bonus program

Job summary

AVETS Specialty & Emergency Trauma Center is seeking a full-time Veterinary Medical Oncologist passionate about providing advanced cancer care. Located in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, this role offers an opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art facility.

The successful candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and have access to advanced hospital resources to support high-quality patient care and clinical growth.

Qualifications

• Eligible for state veterinary licensure in Pennsylvania.
• Strong communication skills with a compassionate approach.
• Committed to continuous learning and exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced oncology care and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Manage oncology cases in collaboration with various specialists.
• Oversee chemotherapy protocols and ensure safety compliance.
• Communicate treatment updates and guide clients through complex decisions.

Skills

Advanced oncology care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Client-centered approach

Continuous learning

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Board Certification in Medical Oncology

Job description

Hospital Name: Avets Specialty & Emergency Trauma Center

Job Type: Veterinarian - Specialty

Employment Type: Permanent

Description & Requirements

Veterinary Medical Oncologist Full-Time opportunity in Monroeville, Pennsylvania

At AVETS, you'll join a highly collaborative specialty and emergency hospital where advanced medicine, teamwork, and compassionate care come together to deliver exceptional outcomes for patients and families. We are seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Veterinary Medical Oncologist who is passionate about building meaningful client relationships, collaborating across specialties, and delivering advanced cancer care in a progressive referral environment.

Our multidisciplinary team includes specialists in Surgery, Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Exotics, and Oncology, supported by a busy 24-hour Emergency service. Collaboration is central to our culture, allowing specialists to work together seamlessly to provide comprehensive care for complex patients throughout Western Pennsylvania and the surrounding tri-state region.

AVETS recently opened a state-of-the-art specialty hospital featuring four advanced surgical suites, a 16-slice CT scanner, 1.5 Tesla MRI, dedicated Critical Care Unit, Karl Storz endoscopy equipment, and Philips Affiniti 50 ultrasound technology with echocardiography capabilities. These resources support a sophisticated oncology service while creating opportunities for continued clinical growth and innovation.

We are proud of our culture and commitment to employee well-being. AVETS has been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and consistently receives high marks for employee satisfaction across the veterinary specialty profession. Here, you'll find a team that values collaboration, learning, mentorship, and professional fulfillment.

Pittsburgh offers an outstanding combination of career opportunity , affordability, and quality of life. Frequently recognized as one of America's most livable cities, Pittsburgh continues to thrive as a hub for healthcare, education, technology, and innovation. With a cost of living below the national average, award-winning restaurants, professional sports teams, vibrant arts and culture, and year-round outdoor recreation, the city offers an exceptional environment for both professional growth and personal fulfillment.

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
• Hospital-wide bonus program
• Professional growth opportunities within Ethos Veterinary Health

• The anticipated starting base salary range for individuals expressing interest in this position is $200,000 to $230,000 per year.

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, clinical outcomes, and compassionate patient care.
• Manage oncology cases in close collaboration with Internal Medicine, Surgery, Critical Care, and other specialty services to provide comprehensive multidisciplinary patient care.
• Oversee chemotherapy protocols and support the safe delivery of oncology treatments while ensuring compliance with USP 800 safety standards.
• Utilize advanced hospital resources including CT, MRI, ultrasound, endoscopy, and specialty support services to guide diagnosis, staging, treatment planning, and ongoing patient management.
• Support daily client communication, including treatment updates, prescription refills, follow-up discussions, and timely triage of questions throughout the patient's treatment journey.
• Build strong relationships with referring veterinarians through collaborative case management, consultation, and proactive communication.
• Guide pet owners through complex diagnoses and treatment decisions with empathy, transparency, and confidence.
• Mentor chemotherapy-trained technicians, assistants, and support staff while fostering a culture of teamwork, learning, and clinical excellence.
• Pursue opportunities to expand your expertise through ultrasound training, electrochemotherapy (ECT) training, clinical trial coordination, and other emerging areas of veterinary oncology.
• Contribute to the continued growth and development of Oncology services while strengthening the collaborative specialty culture that defines AVETS.

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.