Veterinary Oncologist (Part-Time or Full-Time) Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania Are you passionate about delivering exceptional cancer care while working alongside a collaborative team of specialists in a state-of-the-art specialty hospital?
Hickory Veterinary & Specialty Hospital in
Plymouth Meeting, PA is seeking a
residency-trained or board-certified Veterinary Oncologist to join our growing specialty team. This opportunity is available on either a
full-time or part-time basis, allowing flexibility while building a rewarding and impactful career in veterinary oncology.
Whether you are an experienced oncologist or a new residency graduate, you'll find a supportive environment that values collaboration, mentorship, innovation, and clinical excellence. Join a hospital where you'll have the resources, technology, and specialist support needed to provide advanced, compassionate cancer care for patients and their families.
Established Excellence Hickory Veterinary & Specialty Hospital has earned a reputation as one of the region's premier specialty and emergency referral centers, serving pets and their families throughout the Greater Philadelphia area.
As part of
COVE Animal Health, an independent veterinarian-led network of specialty, emergency, urgent care, and primary care hospitals throughout the Northeast, we combine advanced medical capabilities with a culture centered on collaboration, innovation, and exceptional patient care.
Our specialists work closely with emergency clinicians and colleagues in surgery, internal medicine, neurology, cardiology, and other specialty disciplines, creating a truly integrated approach to patient care and ensuring the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Advanced Medical Resources Our hospital is designed to support specialists with the technology, facilities, and highly trained support staff needed to practice at the highest level. Resources include:
- Advanced digital radiography
- Ultrasound and CT imaging
- Endoscopy
- Comprehensive in-house laboratory
- Modern surgical suites
- Intensive care and critical care support
- Collaborative case management with board-certified specialists
- Dedicated emergency and specialty services
This multidisciplinary approach allows oncologists to provide comprehensive cancer care while benefiting from seamless collaboration with other specialty teams.
About the Role As a Veterinary Oncologist at Hickory, you will:
- Diagnose and manage a wide range of oncologic conditions
- Develop individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient and family
- Administer chemotherapy, targeted therapies, immunotherapies, and palliative treatments
- Collaborate closely with referring veterinarians and specialty colleagues
- Educate and support pet owners throughout their pet's cancer journey
- Contribute to a culture of clinical excellence, mentorship, and continuous learning
What We're Looking For We are seeking an oncologist who is patient-centered, collaborative, and passionate about delivering high-quality cancer care.
Ideal candidates are:
- Residency-trained or board-certified in Medical Oncology (ACVIM Oncology)
- New residency graduates are encouraged to apply
- Compassionate, with a strong commitment to supporting patients and families throughout the cancer journey
- Experienced or enthusiastic about chemotherapy, targeted therapies, immunotherapies, and palliative care
- Skilled at developing individualized treatment plans based on each patient's medical needs and family goals
- Excellent communicators who build strong relationships with clients and referring veterinarians
- Able to effectively manage caseloads while maintaining the highest standards of medicine
- Team-oriented professionals who thrive in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment
Outstanding Benefits - Competitive compensation
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
- Safe Harbor 401(k) with up to a 4% employer match and immediate vesting
- Equity opportunities for long-term growth
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
- Professional liability coverage
- Generous continuing education allowance
- Paid professional licensing fees and membership dues (AVMA, PVMA, and more)
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
- Mentorship and specialist collaboration
Why You'll Love Plymouth Meeting Located just outside Philadelphia, Plymouth Meeting offers the perfect blend of suburban comfort and metropolitan convenience. Enjoy award-winning restaurants, professional sports, arts and cultural attractions, beautiful parks, and easy access to New York City, the Jersey Shore, and Washington, D.C.
Join a Leader in Specialty Veterinary Care If you're looking for a collaborative, progressive hospital where you can practice advanced oncology, work alongside exceptional specialists, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of pets and their families, we'd love to hear from you.
Join Hickory Veterinary & Specialty Hospital and help shape the future of specialty veterinary medicine. Not the purr-fect fit? Visit our Careers Page to explore additional opportunities throughout the COVE Animal Health network.
Equal Opportunity Employer COVE Animal Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.
