Veterinary Medical Oncologist

AAVMP; Orland Park (IL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical)

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

CE allowance

Professional development support

401(k)

PLIT insurance

Employee assistance programs

Flexible scheduling

Clinical research opportunities

Job summary

Premier Veterinary Group in Orland Park, Illinois, is seeking a board‑certified or residency‑trained Medical Oncologist to join a growing specialty team within a multi‑specialty hospital. You’ll lead oncology services alongside experienced clinicians and dedicated technicians in a supportive environment.

The role offers a substantial sign‑on bonus, a ProSal compensation structure, and opportunities to shape the future of oncology services while participating in clinical research within Ethos

Qualifications

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Illinois 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

• Manage oncology cases in close collaboration with specialty and emergency teams.
• Oversee chemotherapy protocols and ensure compliance with USP 800 safety standards.
• Support daily client communication, including treatment updates, medication management, and patient care discussions.
• Mentor chemo‑trained technicians, assistants, and support staff.
• Pursue growth opportunities in clinical research, advanced diagnostics, and emerging cancer therapies.
• 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, and continuous learning.

Skills

Oncology expertise

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

DVM or equivalent veterinary degree

Job description

Job Description

Medical Oncologist (DACVIM-Oncology or Residency-Trained)

Compensation: $200,000-$250,000 Base Salary + ProSal Compensation Structure | Substantial Sign-On Bonus Available

Medical Oncology opportunity in Orland Park, Illinois

Schedule: Full-Time

Why Join Premier Veterinary Group

At Premier Veterinary Group, you'll do more than practice advanced oncology medicine, you'll join a growing specialty hospital where innovation, collaboration, and compassionate patient care drive everything we do.

We're seeking a board-certified or residency-trained Medical Oncologist to join our expanding specialty team in Orland Park, Illinois. This is an exciting opportunity to establish and grow oncology services within a collaborative, multi-specialty environment supported by experienced clinicians, dedicated technicians, and strong operational leadership.

You'll work alongside a team of specialists and emergency clinicians who are committed to advancing patient care through knowledge, teamwork, and innovation. As our hospital continues to grow, you'll have the opportunity to help shape the future of oncology services while benefiting from the support of an established specialty and emergency hospital.

Premier Veterinary Group Orland Park offers a robust specialty and emergency environment supported by:

• Emergency Medicine
• Surgery
• Anesthesiology
• Radiology support through Premier Chicago
• On-site blood bank
• In-house laboratory services
• Relationships with external diagnostic laboratories
• Experienced certified veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants
• Continued investment in specialty growth and service expansion

Premier is part of Ethos Veterinary Health, providing the resources and collaboration of a national specialty network while maintaining the culture, flexibility, and individualized identity of our local hospital. Your expertise, ideas, and professional development will be valued as we continue expanding our specialty services and capabilities.

For clinicians interested in research, Ethos offers opportunities to participate in clinical studies through Ethos Discovery and Ethos Science programs. Whether contributing samples or participating in Good Clinical Practice (GCP) studies, you'll have opportunities to help advance veterinary medicine while practicing in a private specialty setting.

Location Highlight

Located just 25 miles southwest of downtown Chicago, Orland Park offers convenient access to one of the country's most vibrant metropolitan areas while providing the comfort and flexibility of suburban living. Residents enjoy world‑class dining, professional sports, entertainment, shopping, and cultural attractions, all while benefiting from excellent schools, parks, and a strong sense of community.

Learn more about the area through the Choose Chicago Visitor Guide.

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 with ProSal model
• Substantial sign‑on bonus
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• CE allowance and professional development support
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options, including 401(k)
• Professional liability (PLIT) insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Flexible scheduling that supports work‑life balance
• Clinical research opportunities through Ethos Discovery and Ethos Science

In your day‑to‑day, you will:

• Manage oncology cases in close collaboration with specialty and emergency teams.
• Oversee chemotherapy protocols and ensure compliance with USP 800 safety standards.
• Support daily client communication, including treatment updates, medication management, and patient care discussions.
• Mentor chemo‑trained technicians, assistants, and support staff.
• Pursue growth opportunities in clinical research, advanced diagnostics, and emerging cancer therapies.
• 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, and continuous learning.

What You Bring

• DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for Illinois 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 oncology 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.