Veterinary Oncologist – Wilder, Kentucky

Veterinary Oncologist – Wilder, Kentucky

About the Role

An established specialty and referral hospital in Wilder, Kentucky is seeking a Veterinary Oncologist to join its growing team.

This full-time position offers a highly competitive compensation package with performance-based earning potential, a generous sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, student loan support, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits .

The role provides the opportunity to manage a diverse oncology caseload while working alongside experienced veterinary professionals in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.

Veterinarians benefit from clinical autonomy, advanced diagnostic resources, professional mentorship, and potential future ownership opportunities , creating an attractive long-term career path for a specialist looking to develop both clinically and professionally.

About the Practice

The hospital provides advanced specialty, referral, and emergency veterinary care to companion animals throughout Northern Kentucky and the Greater Cincinnati area .

The facility supports complex case management through modern diagnostic and treatment capabilities, including advanced diagnostic imaging, ultrasound, endoscopic equipment, comprehensive laboratory testing, and specialist-level medical resources .

The oncology service benefits from collaboration with clinicians across complementary veterinary disciplines, allowing complex patients to receive coordinated care when required.

Experienced veterinary technicians and support professionals assist with patient management, diagnostics, treatment, and client communication.

The practice places a strong emphasis on collaboration, medical autonomy, continuing education, professional development, and work-life balance .

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and manage small animal patients with suspected or confirmed cancer

• Develop individualised oncology treatment and monitoring plans

• Stage cancer cases using appropriate diagnostic testing and imaging

• Administer and oversee appropriate medical oncology treatments

• Monitor patients throughout treatment and adjust protocols when clinically indicated

• Manage treatment-related complications and provide supportive care

• Collaborate with other veterinary clinicians on complex or multidisciplinary cases

• Communicate diagnoses, prognoses, treatment options, and quality-of-life considerations clearly with pet owners

• Liaise professionally with referring veterinarians

• Maintain detailed and accurate medical records

• Provide compassionate support to clients throughout their pet's treatment

• Contribute to clinical education and knowledge sharing within the veterinary team

Candidate Profile

Applicants should hold a DVM or equivalent veterinary degree from an accredited veterinary school and have completed recognised specialist training in Animal Oncology .

Candidates should be board-certified or residency-trained in Veterinary Oncology , or approaching completion of the relevant specialist credentialing process.

Applicants must also hold, or be eligible to obtain, an active Kentucky veterinary licence and any additional professional credentials required for the position.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent clinical judgement, strong interpersonal and communication skills, and a compassionate approach to supporting clients through complex treatment decisions.

A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for multidisciplinary case management are particularly important.

Compensation & Benefits

A comprehensive package is available to support specialist career development, financial wellbeing, and a sustainable work-life balance.

Benefits may include:

• Highly competitive specialist salary (from $185,000 to $205,000)

• Performance-based earning potential

• Generous sign-on bonus

• Relocation assistance

• Student loan assistance

• Full-time position

• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance

• Paid time off

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Paid parental leave

• Continuing education allowance

• Professional dues and eligible licensing expenses

• Discounted veterinary care

• Clinical autonomy

• Professional and leadership mentorship

• Multidisciplinary specialist collaboration

• Potential future ownership opportunities

Apply Today

This is an excellent opportunity for specialists searching for Veterinary Oncologist jobs in Wilder, Kentucky or Veterinary Oncology jobs near Cincinnati.

The position combines a rewarding specialist caseload with advanced clinical resources, multidisciplinary collaboration, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for long-term professional development.

For more information about this Veterinary Oncologist opportunity in Wilder, KY, contact:

Harvey McKinley - Managing Talent Partner
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