Veterinary Medical Oncologist

National Veterinary Associates; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 200,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Sign-on or relocation assistance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

CE allowance and professional developm

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Employee assistance programs

Hospital-wide bonus program

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

AVETS in Monroeville, PA seeks a Veterinary Medical Oncologist to deliver advanced cancer care in a collaborative specialty hospital. You will work with surgery, internal medicine, critical care, neurology, and exotics to develop and execute multidisciplinary treatment plans for complex patients.

The role emphasizes compassionate client communication, mentorship of staff, and opportunities to expand skills in ultrasound, electrochemotherapy, and clinical trials within Ethos Veterinary Health.

Qualifications

• Board-certified or residency-trained medical oncologist with eligibility for state licensure.
• Strong communication skills and client-centered care.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced oncology care with individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with internal medicine, surgery, critical care and other services.
• Oversee chemotherapy protocols and ensure USP 800 safety compliance.
• Utilize CT, MRI, ultrasound, endoscopy for diagnosis and planning.
• Maintain proactive client communication and referrals.

Skills

Board Certification in Medical Oncolog

DVM or equivalent

Collaborative care

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

DACVIM-Oncology or Residency Trained

Job description

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.

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.

Monroeville, Pennsylvania, United States