Veterinary Oncologist (DACVIM)

Grace and Faye Consulting LLC; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace and Faye Consulting LLC in the South San Francisco area seeks a board-certified Veterinary Oncologist (DACVIM – Oncology) to lead advanced cancer care within our specialty and emergency hospital. Base salary up to $300,000, DOE; Production/Commission: 18% – 22%.

A modern hospital with an emphasis on multidisciplinary collaboration supports exceptional patient care. Responsibilities include comprehensive oncology consultations, diagnostic workups, and individualized treatment planning;

Qualifications

• DVM with DACVIM Oncology or board-eligible.
• Active California license or eligibility to obtain license.
• Strong communication and collaborative mindset.
• Genuine passion for compassionate, evidence-based cancer care.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive oncology consultations, diagnostic workups, and individualized treatment planning including chemotherapy and surgical coordination.
• Diagnose and manage malignancies in companion animals, using advanced diagnostics to inform treatment decisions.
• Collaborate with emergency clinicians, internists, surgeons and other specialists for coordinated care.
• Maintain clear communication with referring veterinarians about diagnosis, treatment and progress.
• Educate clients on diagnosis, prognosis, options, and long-term management with clarity.
• Mentor technicians and team members and participate in ongoing case discussions and continuing education.
• Participate in on-call responsibilities to support continuity of patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Education

DVM with DACVIM (Oncology)

California license (active or eligible)

Job description

Veterinary Oncologist (DACVIM – Oncology)

South San Francisco area

We're looking for a board-certified Veterinary Oncologist to lead advanced cancer care within our specialty and emergency hospital. This role offers the opportunity to build and grow a thriving Oncology Service alongside a collaborative team of specialists, while delivering exceptional, evidence-based care to patients and unwavering support to referring veterinarians.

Base Salary: Up to ~$300,000, DOE

Production/Commission: 18% – 22%

Modern hospital with advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities

Collaborative, multidisciplinary specialty and emergency team

What You'll Do:

• Provide comprehensive oncology consultations, diagnostic workups, and individualized treatment planning — including chemotherapy, surgical oncology coordination, and palliative care
• Diagnose and manage the full range of malignancies in companion animals, integrating advanced diagnostics (cytology, histopathology, imaging, staging) into treatment decisions
• Collaborate closely with emergency clinicians, internists, surgeons, and other specialists to deliver coordinated, whole-patient care
• Maintain close, professional communication with referring veterinarians regarding diagnosis, treatment recommendations, and patient progress
• Educate clients on diagnosis, prognosis, treatment options, and long-term disease management with compassion and clarity
• Help shape clinical protocols and standards of care as the Oncology Service continues to grow
• Mentor technicians, interns, and team members, and contribute to ongoing case discussions, journal reviews, and continuing education
• Participate in on-call responsibilities as needed to support continuity of patient care

What We're Looking For:

• DVM degree with DACVIM certification in Oncology (or board-eligible)
• Active California veterinary license, or eligibility to obtain one (reciprocity available for out-of-state licensees)
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and a collaborative mindset
• Genuine passion for compassionate, evidence-based cancer care and building lasting relationships with clients and referring DVMs