Veterinary Medical Oncologist

About the role

Atlantic Veterinary Internal Medicine & Oncology (AVIM&O) - Annapolis is seeking a second board-certified or residency-trained Medical Oncologist to join a growing oncology service. This position will be part of a collaborative team that provides comprehensive multidisciplinary care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced oncology care to patients with a wide range of cancer diagnoses, developing individualized treatment plans focused on quality of life and clinical outcomes.
• Manage oncology cases in close collaboration with Internal Medicine, Radiation Oncology, Surgery, Emergency & Critical Care, and other specialty teams to provide comprehensive multidisciplinary care.
• Oversee chemotherapy protocols and support the safe delivery of oncology treatments while ensuring compliance with USP 800 safety standards.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic and treatment resources including CT, MRI, advanced imaging, and radiation oncology services to support treatment planning and patient management.
• Support daily client communication, including treatment updates, prescription refills, follow-up discussions, and timely triage of client questions throughout the patient's care journey.
• Build trusted referral relationships through collaborative case management, consultation, and exceptional communication with referring veterinarians.
• Guide pet owners through complex diagnoses and treatment decisions with empathy, transparency, and confidence.
• Mentor chemotherapy-trained technicians, assistants, interns, and support staff while fostering a collaborative and educational clinical environment.
• Pursue opportunities to expand your expertise through ultrasound training, electrochemotherapy (ECT) training, clinical trial coordination, and other emerging areas of veterinary oncology.
• Participate in rounds, journal clubs, case discussions, and continuing education initiatives that support both individual growth and hospital-wide excellence.

Requirements

To be considered, candidates must have:

• A DVM or equivalent veterinary degree with eligibility for state veterinary licensure.
• Board Certification in Medical Oncology (DACVIM-Oncology) or Residency Trained in Medical Oncology.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A 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.

Skills

Key skills required for this role include:

• Advanced oncology care delivery.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary care.
• Chemotherapy protocol oversight.
• Advanced diagnostic and treatment resource utilization.
• Daily client communication support.
• Referral relationship building.
• Complex diagnosis and treatment decision guidance.
• Mentoring and training of support staff.
• Emerging area of veterinary oncology expertise.
• Continuing education participation.

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.
• Lifetime life insurance.
• Competitive compensation.
• Sign-on or relocation assistance.
• CE allowance and professional development support.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement savings options.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Predictable four-day work schedule.
• No new appointments or transfers on weekends.
• Mentorship and professional growth opportunities.

Pay

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

Schedule

The schedule is a 4-day work week with no new cases or transfers on weekends.