Veterinarian-Medical Oncologist

Department: Veterinarians

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Hickory, North Carolina

Compensation: $180,000 - $250,000 / year

Description

• An exciting patient caseload and a long standing reputation of serving the community for 30+ years
• 12 exam rooms, spacious ICU and separate areas in the hospital for hospitalization including feline wards, intermediate care wards and an isolation ward
• The most up-to-date equipment including Snyder oxygen cages, canine and feline transfusions, Liga-Sur, PoliPhase sealant, and GIA stapler
• Fully equipped surgical suites complete with an on-site CT scanner, digital X-ray, GE Logiq ultrasounds, fluoroscopy and endoscopy
• Collaborative team of veterinarians and support staff including specialists in surgery, internal medicine, behavior, rehabilitation and emergency clinicians working together to provide the most comprehensive medical care necessary for each patient
• 24/7/365 high level medical care for each and every patient coming to us for help
• State-of-the-art and comprehensive in house laboratory capabilities, surgical instrumentation and equipment supporting a variety of procedures including general surgery, advanced orthopedics, and minimally invasive surgery
• An ICU that is staffed 24 hours a day with skilled support staff, so that each patient is able to be carefully monitored throughout their medical treatment and hospitalization
• Fully equipped rehabilitation suite with underwater treadmill, k-laser, e-stim, exercise treadmill and various enrichment toys
• A trained team to treat and care for cats diagnosed with hyperthyroidism undergoing I-131 Radioactive Iodine Therapy in a fully equipped feline ward 

• Low Cost of Living
• Outdoor mecca-Base of the Blue Ridge Mountains
• Four Seasons
• Strong Economy

What You'll Bring:

• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree or equivalent
• Board Certification or Residency Trained and Board Eligible in Veterinary Oncology
• Passionate about practicing outstanding medicine while also building and fostering a strong team 
• Strong communicator who models a professional and courteous manner with staff and clients 
• Leadership Opportunity: We are open to qualified veterinary specialists who are interested in stepping into a Medical Director role. This opportunity is ideal for individuals seeking to combine advanced clinical practice with medical leadership, mentorship, and strategic influence within the hospital. 
  
  

Benefits and Perks:

• Generous Compensation
• Sign-on bonus
• Relocation Assistance 
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedules
• Paid parental leave 
• Professional Licensure Coverage
• Professional Liability Insurance
• Professional Development Programs
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for CE
• CE allowance 
• Student Loan Debt Assistance 
• Mentorship, Career Development and Training