Oncology Associate Veterinarian in Vermont

Peak Veterinary Referral Center located in beautiful Northwestern Vermont is seeking a veterinarian to join our well established 24/7 practice. This is a unique opportunity for an associate veterinarian with an interest in Oncology to work in our multi-specialty practice.  

The Oncology Associate Veterinarian (OAV) is a doctor that practices exclusively in oncology and expands the care offered in our well-established service. The OAV partners with our board-certified Oncologist providing continuity of care for existing oncology patients and their owners.  The OAV is a valued, key care provider throughout patient treatment, follow-up and partnership with the referring Veterinarian.

We are looking for a veterinarian with at least 2 years of general practice or emergency experience, or a specialty internship graduate. This is a full-time position (although part-time applicants may be considered). This is a great opportunity for someone committed to the science of veterinary oncology and a passion for upholding the veterinary ethos.

About Peak

Our 14,000 square foot, multi-specialty hospital is located immediately outside of Burlington serving northern New York, Vermont and New Hampshire.  Our services include: internal medicine, surgery, ophthalmology, oncology, part time cardiology, and dermatology. Vermont has the highest per capita pet ownership in the country and our clients are well-educated and committed to seeking high quality veterinary care.

 Skills and Qualifications

• A Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree, or equivalent, from an accredited university.
• Ability to become licensed to practice in the state of Vermont.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive, diplomatic attitude.

 Job Responsibilities

• Provide client and patient care in close collaboration with our board-certified medical oncologists.  Your ability to work collaboratively with these doctors and our experienced oncology staff is central to your success. 
• Learn our chemotherapy protocols, management, and safety so that you can oversee the ongoing treatment of patients. 
• Oversee anesthesia for patients undergoing diagnostic imaging with the support of experienced veterinary technicians.
• Establish a good rapport with referring veterinarians, including timely professional and respectful communication; assistance in their professional growth and education through recommendations and interaction on referred and shared cases; ongoing development of a positive and professional working relationship; participation in Continuing Education involving the referral community.
• Assist in the development and training of the Technician, Assistant, and Client Care teams to ensure the delivery of the highest quality care and exceptional client service.
• Assist in clinical trials offered by Ethos.
• Assist with marketing the services through a variety of outreach programs, some of which include making hospital visits to referring veterinarians, assisting with local CE meetings, answering calls from referring veterinarians promptly, helping with production of hospital newsletters and case reports.

Schedule:  Clinical schedule is limited to Monday-Friday during standard office hours.

Our hospital was founded on the principles of providing advanced veterinary medicine, outstanding patient care, compassion for patients and owners, and excellence in our communication with our clients and referring veterinarians in Vermont, New Hampshire, and upstate New York. Peak has a great working environment with a collegial atmosphere among all our doctors and staff.

Peak is part of the Ethos Veterinary Health (www.ethosvet.com) network of hospitals, providing our clinicians the opportunity to be part of a larger network, but still maintain its distinctive identity. Ethos is the leader in providing cutting edge clinical research and outstanding education in private practice. Our focus is on advancing veterinary medicine, along with providing high quality, compassionate care, which improves the lives of patients and their human companions. 

In addition to a wonderful work environment, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental and vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, flexible spending plans, 401k, home and auto insurance. 

Interested candidates can submit their CV to Jill Taylor, jtaylor@ethosvet.com

Ethos is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Ethos does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, merit, and business need.