About this opportunity
Maine Veterinary Medical Center lists this Veterinary Oncologist (DVM, DACVIM-Oncology: Private Growing Specialty Clinic - SIGN ON BONUS opportunity in fredericksburg, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Veterinary Oncologist (DVM, DACVIM-Oncology)
Cladda Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Team is a 24-hour emergency and specialty veterinary hospital serving Fredericksburg, VA and the surrounding region. We combine round-the-clock emergency care with a growing roster of board-certified specialty services, giving our team access to advanced diagnostics, a collaborative multidisciplinary environment, and a caseload that keeps medicine interesting.
The Opportunity
Cladda is seeking a board-certified (or board-eligible) Veterinary Oncologist to join our specialty team. This is a chance to build and shape an oncology service within a supportive, well-equipped emergency and specialty hospital — working alongside emergency clinicians and other specialty services to deliver high-quality, coordinated cancer care.
What You'll Do
Manage a caseload of oncology patients, including diagnosis, staging, and treatment planning for solid tumors and hematologic malignancies
Administer and oversee chemotherapy protocols, and coordinate with surgery, internal medicine, and radiology on multimodal treatment plans
Perform and interpret relevant diagnostics (cytology, biopsy planning, staging imaging)
Collaborate closely with our emergency team on shared and transferred cases
Build and mentor a technical support team dedicated to oncology, including chemotherapy safety protocols
Serve as a resource for referring veterinarians and support client communication around diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment options
Contribute to case rounds, mentorship of emergency clinicians, and ongoing development of hospital protocols
What We're Looking For
DVM/VMD (or equivalent) with completion of an accredited medical oncology residency
Board certification with the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Oncology specialty (DACVIM-Oncology) preferred; board-eligible candidates encouraged to apply
Strong clinical, communication, and collaborative skills
A team-oriented approach and interest in helping grow a new or developing specialty service
Active or eligible veterinary license in Virginia
What Cladda Offers
Competitive compensation
Sign on and Moving Bonus
Support to build a specialty service with input into equipment, protocols, and team structure
Access to a 24-hour emergency and specialty hospital infrastructure, including advanced diagnostic and monitoring equipment
A collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
Relocation assistance available
Full benefits package (health insurance, dental, vision, STD, LTD, 4 weeks PTO, generous CE allowance, license/dues reimbursement, retirement plan with match — further details shared during the interview process)
Location
Fredericksburg, VA — convenient to Richmond, Washington D.C., and Northern Virginia, with easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, Chesapeake Bay, and a growing, family-friendly community.
Cladda Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Team is an equal opportunity employer.
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Worksite address
fredericksburg, VA, 22403, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.