Veterinary Oncologist

About the Job

Are you searching for a different veterinary hospital experience than that of other hospitals? Guardian Veterinary Specialists is a privately-owned, 29,000 sq. ft., 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital located in upper Westchester County, NY, one hour north of New York City.

Guardian is growing and would love to welcome in even more talent to our family. Guardian Veterinary Specialists flagship hospital is in Brewster, NY with a surrounding hospital in NY. We continue to expand constantly.

We are looking for motivated team players dedicated to practicing the highest quality medicine to join our group of exceptionally talented specialists and veterinary support staff. Our specialty departments include critical care; surgery (soft tissue, orthopedics, laparoscopy); neurology/neurosurgery; oncology; ophthalmology; cardiology; and rehabilitation. Imaging/diagnostics include MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, endoscopy, and ultrasound.

We are looking for a Board-Certified Oncologist to join a motivated team players dedicated to practicing the highest quality medicine to join our group of exceptionally talented specialists and veterinary support staff

At Guardian Veterinary Specialists, we diagnose and treat a wide range of cancers-both common and rare-in dogs and cats, including:

• Bladder cancer.
• Brain tumors.
• Fibrosarcoma (soft-tissue cancer).
• Gastrointestinal cancers including stomach, esophagus and colon.
• Hemangiosarcoma.
• Hepatocellular (liver) cancer.
• Leukemia.
• Lung cancer.
• Lymphoma.
• Mammary cancer.
• Mast cell tumors.
• Melanoma.
• Multiple myeloma.
• Nasal tumors.
• Nerve sheath cancer.
• Oral tumors.
• Osteosarcoma (bone cancer).
• Squamous cell (skin) cancer.
• Thyroid cancer.

The Pet Cancer Care Services We Offer to Our Clients:

• The latest, most advanced chemotherapy protocols for dogs and cats.
• Molecular tumor profiling that enables us to tailor treatment to the client's genetic makeup.
• A melanoma vaccine that helps extend survival in dogs.
• Interventional targeted endoscopy for treating solid cancers of the stomach, esophagus and colon without conventional open surgery.
• Interventional treatment of bladder cancer when surgery isn't an option.
• Electrochemotherapy-also called electroporation-for treating certain types of cancer; this approach uses short, intense electrical pulses to open up cancer cells, allowing chemotherapy to target these cells instead of flooding the entire body with systemic chemotherapy.
• A clinical trial in which electrogene transfer (EGT) is used as a new tool for cancer immunotherapy in animals.
• A progressive new therapy for treating urethral/bladder cancer using a custom electrode that inserts like a urinary catheter; we are the only facility in the world currently offering this option.

Qualified applicants for this role:

• Love of animals and a passion to help and heal, first and foremost.
• The desire to continually learn and grow.
• Board Certified or Board Certified Eligible in Oncology.
• Must be open to working overnights.

Why Choose GVS:

• Unique culture that focuses on strong positive relationships within the work place.
• Opportunity to train and learn from top specialists in the field.
• Fixed schedule, typically 3 days on and 4 days off.
• Assistance with relocation.
• Generous salaries.
• Signing bonus of $50,000.
• Opportunity to earn CE credit's monthly.
• Exceptional benefits (health, vision and dental).
• Profit Sharing.
• Sponsorship available for international professionals.
• Generous discount on employee pet boarding & pet care.
• Free lunch days weekly.
• Guardian outings.
• Pet blood donor perks.
• Free pet bereavement services for staff.
• Free mental health services for staff.

Contact us today to find out about a career with Guardian Veterinary Specialists and to learn about The Guardian Way! If you are interested in learning more, please reach out to Holly Oths, Talent Acquisition Supervisor at View email address on click.appcast.io.

About the Company

A state-of-the-art facility. Skilled, compassionate veterinarians. A commitment to the community. And an overarching mission to say "yes" to helping as many pets as possible. This is what Guardian Veterinary Specialists is all about.Our State-of-the-Art FacilityWith a completely renovated 29,000-square-foot animal hospital in Brewster, New York, our facility serves pet owners and referring veterinarians throughout Putnam, Dutchess, Westchester, Orange, Rockland and Bronx counties in New York, Fairfield County in Connecticut-and beyond.This modern, full-service facility includes:Three surgery suites14 exam roomsA sophisticated intensive care unitAn isolation wardComplete in-house diagnostic laboratoryComprehensive onsite diagnostic imaging capabilities including MRI, CT, fluoroscopy, ultrasound and digital x-raySeparate chemotherapy and endoscopy areasA dedicated inpatient feline ward and separate feline waiting room areaA large rehabilitation center with a custom-designed, full-size therapy poolCustom-designed private room for owners to visit their petsIn addition, we have a private, graciously appointed comfort room for those times when pet owners must make the difficult decision to let their pets go. Thanks to the generosity of a caring benefactor, pet owners have a serene setting in which to spend some peaceful last moments with their beloved pet and say goodbye.Skilled Veterinarians, Advanced CapabilitiesEquipped with the latest diagnostic and treatment technologies and staffed by board-certified veterinary specialists, licensed veterinary technicians and trained support staff, Guardian Veterinary Specialists provides the highest quality medical and surgical care in multiple disciplines, including:24/7 Emergency & Critical CareBlood Bank ProgramCardiologyDiagnostic imagingInternal MedicineNeurology & NeurosurgeryOphthalmologyOncologyPets Get FitRehabilitation ServiceSurgeryOur Commitment to the CommunityAt Guardian Veterinary Specialists, we're serious about giving back and making high-quality veterinary care accessible to as many pets as possible. That's why we offer registered nonprofit animal shelters and rescue groups a generous 50% discount on our medical and surgical services.We also support the region's primary care veterinarians by sharing resources, ideas and knowledge-including through continuing education. This, in turn, helps them to help their patients and pet-owner clients.